AI Adoption Lags in Construction as Labor Shortages and Data Challenges Persist, Study Finds
New research reveals construction firms face labor shortages, rising material costs, and low trust in project data tools. AI adoption remains limited despite clear benefits.
Technology & Tools Market Research Reveals Gaps in AI Adoption for Construction Firms
New research from Slate Technologies exposes key challenges facing the construction industry, including labor shortages, rising material costs, and low confidence in project data tools. The study also highlights significant untapped potential for AI-driven innovation within the sector.
Slate Technologies, known for its AI-powered solutions in construction and real estate, released the findings of its first annual “Construction Intelligence” study. This ongoing initiative collects insights from industry leaders to provide a clear view of current priorities, obstacles, and opportunities in construction and real estate.
According to Slate, “As the industry faces supply chain shifts, tariff changes, material shortages, and fast-moving technological changes, we track how decision-makers adapt and where innovation is most needed.”
Study Details
- The survey included 1,000 professionals from Construction, Machinery & Homes, and Real Estate sectors.
- Participants were primarily executives, owners, C-level leaders, and senior managers.
Key Takeaways
- Labor shortages continue to strain project timelines and costs.
- Material costs are rising due to supply chain disruptions and tariffs.
- Confidence in project data tools remains low, limiting efficiency gains.
- AI adoption is still limited, despite clear opportunities for improving project planning and resource management.
Construction and real estate professionals should consider how AI solutions could address these pain points, improving accuracy, forecasting, and overall project outcomes.
For those interested in learning more about AI applications in construction and real estate, Slate Technologies offers the full study and additional resources at slate.ai.
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