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6 Ways Drones Are Affecting The Construction Industry: Surveying Land

Drones are affecting the construction industry in 6 key ways: 1) Drones are rapidly replacing traditional surveying methods by providing more accurate and faster land surveys. 2) Drones improve infrastructure projects by collecting and reporting data to complete work faster and more efficiently. 3) Drones enhance communication and management on job sites through mounted cameras that provide real-time video footage. 4) Drones improve overall security at construction sites by monitoring for theft or vandalism and keeping workers safer.

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6 Ways Drones Are Affecting The Construction Industry: Surveying Land

Drones are affecting the construction industry in 6 key ways: 1) Drones are rapidly replacing traditional surveying methods by providing more accurate and faster land surveys. 2) Drones improve infrastructure projects by collecting and reporting data to complete work faster and more efficiently. 3) Drones enhance communication and management on job sites through mounted cameras that provide real-time video footage. 4) Drones improve overall security at construction sites by monitoring for theft or vandalism and keeping workers safer.

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6 Ways Drones Are Affecting

the Construction Industry


BY RACHEL BURGER
 Updated August 15, 2019

The presence of drones in construction means significant changes within the industry.


Drones have already begun changing the way the construction industry operates, and
those changes will have continued and lasting effects. Here’s a look at some of the
ways drones have already changed the industry and how these trends will impact
construction operations in the future.

Surveying Land
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are rapidly replacing traditional land-surveillance
methods. They are growing in popularity so rapidly that some have even abandoned the
classic “bird's-eye view” expression with “drones eye view.” Drones greatly reduce the
labor and time involved in producing accurate surveys. Drones eliminate much of the
human error involved in the process and have the ability to capture necessary data in
much less time than traditional methods would take.

Improvements to Infrastructure
Drones provide superior endurance and intelligence on job sites. Their ability to collect
and report data allows them to complete work faster. The need for manual labor is all
but removed from the equation. In the future, drones will take on even more integral
tasks involved in large projects. They are poised to cut the time it takes to build a
skyscraper by a broad margin, thereby cutting costs. Contractors who rely on drones
will be able to make much more ambitious bids and complete work on time.
Communication and Management
Drone technology has evolved to the point where instant connectivity and
communication on the job site are at a surplus. Drones are being used more and more
as a means of maintaining constant contact at worksites. Drones that feature mounted
cameras can provide video footage to facilitate communication and surveillance. They
allow companies to keep tabs on employees and workers and are considered an
increasingly invaluable tool for superintendents and investors.

Already, communication and management are seeing a sharp increase in efficiency due
to the ability to collect real-time data from drones. The decrease in delays in gathering
data is having more of an impact each day. The ability to manage workflow 24/7 is
unprecedented and is certain to have a significant impact on all manner of construction
processes.

Improved Overall Security


The advent of drones is causing a sharp increase in security efficiency. Whether the
drones are used to maintain the safety of employees or to protect the job site from theft
or vandalism, they are steadily seeing greater implementation in the construction
industry.

Accurate Surveillance
Drones have the ability to be practically everywhere at the same time. They don't just
reduce theft and keep workers safer; they create an around-the-clock, real-time
monitoring system that has already been adopted by a number of construction
companies. They elevate onsite security and safety by a tremendous margin.
Even though the FAA exacts strict standards on the use of drones, most models used
by construction companies come in under the 4.4-pound weight threshold and 400-foot
travel radius required to be considered hobby class, as reported by The Washington
Post.
 
Drones that meet those criteria are not subject to stringent regulations. As of right now,
they can be flown practically anywhere for any reason. Drones can also safely survey
dangerous locations, reducing workplace accidents and increasing job site safety.

Transportation and Inspection


The use of drones in job site inspection also means a drastic increase in worksite safety
by eliminating numerous dangers and safety hazards. Using drones to transport goods
aerially allows companies to execute difficult inspections and keep track of everything
that enters and leaves the job site. It saves money and time and keeps the site secure.

Since drones are generally small with high levels of maneuverability, they are being
used more and more as an alternative to traditional vehicles. Even better, drones do not
have to adhere to traffic laws, which allows them to make deliveries in a fraction of the
time, using half of the resources.

The construction industry is evolving at a rapid rate, and with all the innovations and
changes to traditional methods comes the need for greater efficiency in every aspect of
your business. As you consider ways to increase the efficiency of workflow, we
recommend perusing Capterra’s growing library of construction management software
that will help increase productivity and efficiency in your construction business. 
Rachel Burger
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Rachel Burger

 Former content marketing strategist, writer, and blogger for Gartner's


Capterra, an online resource for construction management companies
 Wrote and researched studies, industry forecasts, guides, ebooks, and
video at Capterra
 Focused on tech trends and the impact on the construction industry

Experience

Rachel Burger is a former writer for The Balance Small Business who covered
construction management and the construction industry.

For four years she worked at Gartner's Capterra, which advises business
software buyers, including construction management companies. As senior
project management analyst and content marketing team lead, she covered the
tools and software that help builders and contractors succeed. She focused on
how technology trends are changing everything from employment to process in
the construction field. 

Burger was also previously chief marketing officer for the startup Goodseeker.
She is now the director of employer brand and employee experience at mgm
technology partners USA Corp., a German IT company with offices in the U.S.

Education

Burger earned a master's degree in creative writing from the Johns Hopkins
University and a master's degree in international relations and affairs from the
University of Chicago. She also holds a bachelor's degree in international
relations and affairs from Agnes Scott College.

About The Balance Small Business and Dotdash

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easy. It is home to experts who provide clear, practical advice on
entrepreneurship and management. Whether you’re just starting up or you want
to take your company to the next level, The Balance Small Business will answer
your questions and turn your business dreams into reality.

The Balance Small Business is part of the Dotdash publishing family. For more


than 20 years, Dotdash brands have been helping people find answers, solve
problems, and get inspired. We are one of the top-20 largest content publishers
on the internet, according to comScore, and reach more than 30% of the U.S.
population every month. Most recently, Dotdash was named Publisher of the
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