Until very recently, construction—commercial or residential—adhered to much of the same processes, techniques, or materials that were common 10, 25 or even 50 years ago. However, the current challenges in the construction industry are pushing project managers and building crews to think differently about how to complete a job on time and on budget. The COVID-19 pandemic compounded these challenges with severe material shortages, a crunch on labor, and other factors that have effectively decelerated project timelines.
To overcome these challenges, the industry is beginning to evolve. Stakeholders across the industry are seeking products, innovations, and processes that enable them to progress more quickly on projects. The construction industry has historically been slow to adopt new technologies, but the aforementioned issues have provided a strong impetus for a change in attitudes. Construction professionals are more willing than ever before to adopt and implement new technologies and modern construction methods. To support this, manufacturers are designing materials and processes to ease the burden on construction crews once materials are delivered to a job site.