As the construction industry gears up to make itself future ready , what role could automation play in the fourth industrial age ? Mace ’ s Matt Gough spoke to Construction Global about the potential involved
THE PRODUCTIVITY BENEFITS cutting edge technology can deliver are there for all to see across a number of different industries . Output per worker has increased by just over 30 % in the services sector , while in manufacturing it has risen by more than 50 % thanks to new technology . Unfortunately , the lacklustre statistics around the UK ’ s productivity levels in construction are also there for everyone to see .
It ’ s no secret that a transformative process delivering radical yet clear and tangible productivity improvements is required in construction . More specifically , there can be little doubt that automation will increasingly become a central pillar for driving productivity growth as well as improving quality , safety and environmental sustainability across the sector .
Ultimately , the desire to move towards an industry that is spearheaded by technology will change how businesses operate and
18 January 2018