CRUNCHING NUMBERS _ DRILLING DOWN
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EMBRACING AI
37%
The percentage of businesses now using artificial intelligence and machine learning technology. Source: Autodesk
65% The percentage of contractors who see AI and machine learning as key drivers for future industry innovation. Source: Zipdo
How much productive time was saved by those who adopted AI in their businesses. 500 hours
Source: Bluebeam’s new AEC Technology Outlook 2026
ASSESSING THE IMPACT
According to research by data firm Zipdo, construction companies that implemented digital tools have reaped benefits. These include:
42% 61% 68% 80%
Boosted collaboration among project stakeholders
Improved project efficiency
The amount of money that UK SMEs (not just construction) could add to the economy by 2035 due to productivity gained by using AI. Source: Microsoft and policy consultancy WPI Strategy’s report ‘Unlocking Regional Growth: The impact of AI adoption by SMEs’
Meanwhile, the government’s SME Digital Adoption Taskforce, says that even a 1% productivity uplift across SMEs could add £94 billion a year to the UK’s gross domestic product (GDP). Source: SME Digital Adoption Taskforce: final report
Reductions in project costs
Enhanced on-site safety management
Source: Zipdo
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