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9/2/24, 11:47 AM Modernisation holds key to future of UAE construction environment
Modernisation holds key to future of
UAE construction environment

DUBAI, 1 days ago
Over the years, the incorporation of digital
technology in the construction sector and modern
methods of construction have been considered
crucial for closing critical gaps and increasing
productivity. In the How We Build Now report done
by Procore, 80 percent of decision-makers stated
that due to the volatility of the current industry and
the economy, the level of investments in digital
transformation has increased in the previous three
to six months.

It shows a significant trend toward prioritising
technological advancements to drive growth and
efficiency within the sector.

This is evident in the UAE, where government entities such as Dubai Municipality and leading construction
technology providers, such as Procore, have kept pace with the shifting tides of the sector to address concerns and
at the same time support and enhance project efficiency, delivery, collaboration, safety, profitability, and compliance.

In a recent dialogue, Madeleine Skillen, Senior Marketing Manager of Procore, and Basel Tachwali, Construction
Technology Specialist at Dubai Municipality, shed light on the future trajectory of construction in the UAE.

The discussion underscored the vital role of digital technology solutions and modular construction in shaping the
industry’s future.

Leveraging technology to boost efficiency

Technology’s pivotal role in simplifying processes and accelerating work in the construction industry has become
increasingly evident. During the talk, Tachwali emphasised Dubai’s openness to adopting technology solutions and
modular construction well in advance.

Over the years, the widespread utilisation of 3D printing has increased and has experienced significant growth in
terms of adoption and regulation, which reiterates Dubai’s commitment to advancing technological innovations in key
sectors.

He mentioned a hospitality project, which utilised modular construction, allowing different components to be built
simultaneously in multiple locations. The hotel’s structures were fabricated in a factory in Saudi Arabia, the
bathrooms and wet areas were produced in Dubai, and various other parts were sourced globally.

Leveraging this approach, Tachwali pointed out that the project’s ability to complete several tasks at once resulted in
a 30% to 40% reduction in project duration – a noteworthy achievement for a hospitality project.

Similarly, in the How We Build Now Report by Procore and Censuswide, business leaders acknowledge the
importance of effective data utilisation with 27% of decision-makers believing they could save up to 25% of a
project’s time by eliminating rework.

Additionally, 32% estimate that their business could save up to 29% of project costs through more efficient data
capture, integration, and standardisation.

Global macroeconomic uncertainties have likely driven construction leaders to adopt latest technological innovations
to ensure efficiency and agility. The impact of COVID-19 has further accelerated industry investment in digital
transformation.

Notably, 26% of construction business leaders report that economic and industry volatility, such as inflation and
supply chain challenges, has led them to significantly increase their digital transformation investments.

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