Technology
Embracing Digitalization in Construction
While the construction industry wants and needs digitalization, there is much room for growth. As integrated systems are adopted, the technology will be cost effective and easy to use.
By John Duggan and Eric J. Meier
March 31, 2020
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by John Duggan
John Duggan is COO of The Concord Group, a global construction consulting firm that specializes in providing Owner's Representation, Cost Management, Infrastructure Management, Cost Segregation and Real Estate Advisory Services.
by Eric J. Meier
Eric J. Meier is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based partner with Husch Blackwell LLP and serves as a leader of the firm’s Construction Academy team. He represents construction and business clients from contracting through litigation and every point in between.
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