Digital humanities, digital studies, multimedia, social media, technology, and an array of words that may make you feel like you’re out of the “tech loop,” are seemingly popping up at every turn. But what do all of these terms have to do with the success of your construction company? Well, according to the slew of informative articles we get here at Walls & Ceilings, technology seems to be an integral part of the future of the construction industry.
In our January 2019 issue of W&C, columnist Greg Duyka of “Centered on Solutions,” gave readers an insight into the need for technology usage in their businesses. Duyka states that, “For many construction firms, incorporating emerging technology is a great way to attract and retain the next generation. The more whiz-bang tech like drones, artificial intelligence, augmented reality/virtual reality, Smartphone apps, tablets, and wearables are proving a strong draw for hiring this demographic.”