What Building Raken Taught Us About Construction Field Software

What makes construction field software successful long after deployment? Based on our experience building the award-winning Raken platform, this article shares five engineering lessons that shaped a scalable field reporting solution. Learn why offline-first architecture, intuitive UX, reliable integrations, high-quality data, and scalable infrastructure matter more than feature lists—and how these foundations prepare construction software for the next generation of AI.

AI in Field Operations: The Next Competitive Advantage for Construction Companies

Construction companies are generating more operational data than ever before, yet many teams still struggle to turn that information into timely decisions. This article explores how AI is beginning to transform field operations by helping contractors identify risks earlier, analyze daily reports at scale, preserve institutional knowledge, and improve access to critical project information. It also examines why generic AI tools often fall short in construction environments and why many organizations are integrating AI directly into field operations workflows to improve project visibility, productivity, and decision-making.

Beyond Procore: Why More Construction Firms Are Hitting the SaaS Ceiling in 2026

Construction software has never been more capable, yet many growing firms still depend on spreadsheets, disconnected tools and manual workarounds. This article explores why construction companies hit the SaaS ceiling, how operational friction quietly erodes margins and when extending standard platforms with custom workflows creates stronger long-term outcomes. Learn a practical framework for choosing software that supports real field operations instead of forcing teams to adapt to rigid systems

James Corner and vPPR’s Camden Highline scheme ‘no longer viable’

The Architects’ Journal James Corner and vPPR’s Camden Highline scheme ‘no longer viable’ James Corner Field Operations and vPPR’s plans for the Camden Highline have been put on indefinite hold because of ‘rising costs and a challenging fundraising environment’ The post James Corner and vPPR’s Camden Highline scheme ‘no longer viable’ appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Gino Spocchia

Navigate the barriers of digital transformation

Most leaders across highways, civils, and elsewhere in UK infrastructure would be open to digitising and ‘future-proofing’ their field operations. The post Navigate the barriers of digital transformation appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

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