The construction industry in North American is at a turning point. After growing 4.5% in 2024, the United States construction sector now expects a sharp slowdown with forecasted growth of only 1-2% in 2025. At the same time, Canada’s construction sector shrank by 1.8% in 2024 but shows signs of bouncing back. These different paths
The construction industry has a $1.8 trillion problem hiding in plain sight. According to the 2025 State of Workforce Planning report, 93% of construction leaders say labor shortages are impacting their operations, yet most are still trying to solve this crisis with disconnected spreadsheets and siloed systems that make the problem worse. When Malia Ahmed,
Borrow these 13 battle-tested Bridgit tips When Stephen Barnett joined Sitzler as senior business analyst, he inherited a familiar challenge for most construction firms—managing 250+ team members across a vast geographical area using nothing more than spreadsheets (and hope). Six months later, his systematic approach to implementing Bridgit delivered a complete transformation of how they
Have you ever seen videos of Boston Dynamics’ “Spot” robots? These remarkable machines handle different terrains and environments to become robotic assistants. Boston Dynamics’ Spot has already walked over 9,000 miles in real construction operations—the equivalent of going from Boston to the South Pole. Spot is one representation—exciting to some, creepy to others—of the technological
The construction industry in 2025 is at a crossroads. Government infrastructure initiatives are creating an increased demand in a sector projected to reach $22 trillion by 2040. Yet contractors face unique challenges from evolving technology, changing workforce dynamics, and the impact of tariffs. What is particularly striking is how construction productivity has fallen behind other
From Dublin’s Georgian Custom House to the modern Green Atlantic renewable energy project, Ireland’s construction achievements span three centuries and tell the story of national evolution. These projects reflect Ireland’s journey from colonial past to modern European state, showcasing innovation through changing times. This collection highlights significant Irish construction across religious, transportation, energy, urban, and
The UK construction industry is navigating one its most significant regulatory transformations in decades. The Building Safety Act (BSA) represents a seismic shift in how building safety is managed throughout a structure’s lifecycle. For contractors in the UK construction industry, understanding these changes is essential for legal compliance and long-term visibility. The act itself is
Can you meet tight project timelines while managing your resources efficiently? If you’re like most contractors today, you’re juggling labor shortages, fragmented workforce data, and increasingly complex projects. The old way of workforce planning is becoming a liability. Those spreadsheets and processes that live in one person’s head fall apart quickly when unexpected changes require
Discover how Skiles Group improved workforce visibility and efficiency with Bridgit Bench, streamlining resource allocation and enhancing team satisfaction.
