Construction
Rob McManamy
DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes

Yesterday, DEWALT, accompanied by Procore, announced their new WiFi Mesh, which promises to increase wireless connectivity on the jobsite. We talked to two DEWALT executives about the new product — here's what they had to say.

DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Data-driven design propelling collaboration

"Data-driven design" suggests an impersonal, robotic process that replaces human creativity with cold numbers. But at our latest BuildIdeas Breakfast, we learned from IBM Watson and Detroit Mercy Hospital that it can mean greater customer satisfaction.

Data-driven design propelling collaboration
Business
Rob McManamy
Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge

Despite wavering venture investment, the clean energy market is still growing from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Here, the annual Clean Energy Trust Challenge gives us a welcome opportunity to check in on multiple, vibrant efforts to implement power innovation.

Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge
Cities
Rob McManamy
Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations

If cities will yield the richest data upon which tomorrow's most consequential decisions will be based, then it is no surprise they were a recurring topic at last week's BuiltWorlds Summit. To see some of the actionable insights that were shared, read on.

Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

Just days after the former First Lady urged architects not to neglect inner cities, she and her husband came home to Chicago this week to reveal their vision for a $500-million community hub that they hope will reinvigorate a long-struggling community.   

Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

AEC Hackathon

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Cyber security: How worried should you be?

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Cyber security: How worried should you be?

New reports on Russian hacking and the safety of the US electricity grid have given an unsettling cyber start to 2017, leaving many cities, utilities, AEC firms, and others nervous. Here, we take a closer look at fear versus reality.

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Top 16 BW News Stories of 2016

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Top 16 BW News Stories of 2016

When you're a startup, every year is precious. So, this week, we look back on a raucous year marked by notable tech advances, epic engineering feats, and urgent reminders of urban infrastructure needs.

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Top 10 BuiltWorlds Videos of 2016

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Top 10 BuiltWorlds Videos of 2016

In the last year, our original video series brought together the built environment’s most impactful firms and powerful thought leaders. As we wrap up 2016, we look back at the top 10 videos we produced.

Chicago Hackathon peppered with good ideas

Chicago Hackathon peppered with good ideas

They came to BW from California, Florida, New Hampshire, Texas, Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, and quite likely, the future. Their mission? To improve the AEC industry in some tangible and lasting way. Read on to see how they did.

Countdown begins for BuiltWorlds' 2nd AEC Hackathon

Countdown begins for BuiltWorlds' 2nd AEC Hackathon

On Aug. 5, after stops in London, New York, Helsinki, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Seattle, Philadelphia, and later this month, Singapore, the AEC Hackathon will return to Chicago. Once again, BuiltWorlds will host this popular and productive event.

WATCH: When 3D Laser Scanning Meets 3D Printing

WATCH: When 3D Laser Scanning Meets 3D Printing

When we launched our research division, it was no coincidence that we first covered 3D Laser scanning; a tech rapidly evolving and gaining a stronger foothold in the field. Inside, we exclusively present to you an expert presentation on the growing influence and potentials for this revolutionary tool. 

Integrating Virtual Reality Into Mortenson's Design

Integrating Virtual Reality Into Mortenson's Design

Director of Integrated Construction at Mortenson Construction, Ricardo Khan has nearly two decades of experience in the architectural and construction industries. As a leader in VDC, he knows his way inside of an actual jobsite and a virtual one. When we sat down with him prior to his AEC Hackathon presentation, he dove into the collaboration process and converting the fellow geeks into his fold.  

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Calling all hackers, coders and gamers to the AEC space

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Calling all hackers, coders and gamers to the AEC space

As the AEC Hackathon prepares for its 10th iteration this fall, cofounder Greg Howes reflects on the event's origins, its promise, and our industry's compelling need for geeks stubbornly-insistent on pushing it forward.

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Hacking London: An Industry's Rite of Passage

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Hacking London: An Industry's Rite of Passage

This weekend, London will host the first-ever AEC Hackathon held outside the U.S. To set the stage, cofounder Paul Doherty here previews what the UK can expect. Now with a foothold in Europe, there may be no stopping our hacker pals!

Book It! Deadline nears for first BW community resource guide

Book It! Deadline nears for first BW community resource guide

"BuiltWorlds Book. Get 'yer BuiltWorlds Book." Coming soon! Our presses are just heating up. Next month, BuiltWorlds will roll out its first community resource guide to help connect all the innovative, collaborative firms and individuals who have  signed on to help us better serve the built environment and to change the world! Find out how you can get involved! 

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