Developing construction, bit by bit – Kiilto contributes to digitalisation of building sites
Digitalisation is making its presence felt on construction sites. A positioning system for equipment and materials sets the course for major changes that will help companies in the sector to eliminate risks related to timetables, costs and quality.“Digitalisation helps solve problems on the construction site and increase productivity. The results are already visible”, says Professor Olli Seppänen, who is leading the iCons intelligent construction project at Aalto University in Helsinki. However, Seppänen is quick to add that it typically takes a long time before a new approach is taken