Construction Robotics: The Sentiment-Implementation Gap

August 18, 2025 — Aarni Heiskanen - AEC Business
Construction professionals are increasingly optimistic about robotics in their companies, according to BuiltWorlds’ just-released 2025 Equipment & Robotics Benchmarking Report. But while the mood is upbeat, actual implementation still lags in some areas. This raises important questions about the path from experimentation to standard practice. A Stronger Appetite for Robotic Innovation BuiltWorlds surveyed a diverse group of construction firms, including general contractors, specialty trades, and subcontractors, with annual revenues ranging from $2 million to $5 billion. This year’s data reveals a significant shift in how companies perceive their internal robotics initiatives. Negative attitudes have dropped significantly. In fact, not a single respondent rated their company’s robotics strategy as “poor,” compared to over 7% last year. Meanwhile, positive evaluations have surged: 95% of respondents now describe their organization’s efforts as “good” or better, up from 74% in 2024. “Excellent” ratings alone increased by nearly 10 percentage points. Read the full story...
Reprinted courtesy of Aarni Heiskanen, AEC Business
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