From Automation to Visualization: Tech & Construction in 2026

As 2025 drew to a close, Trimble’s subject matter experts offered their predictions for the coming year.

– The Data Center Construction Boom Will Continue

– Artificial Intelligence Usage Deepens

– Technology & Training Will Be Key to Attracting the Next Generation Workforce

– Adoption of Subscription Models Will Continue to Grow

– Reality Capture Technology Will Become More Democratized

– Evolution of Task Automation and Autonomous Machines Continues

– Rapid Adoption of common Data Environments

– Data Integration/Interoperability Efforts Will Accelerate

– Smarter, GIS-Centric Infrastructure & Asset Life Cycle Managment

– Purchasing & Operability Advances Will Extend Cutting-Edge Technology to Smaller Contractors

– Visualization & 3D Models/BIM for Improved Collaboration

– More Focus on Comprehensive, Integrated Financial Management Capabilities

Read the full article here on page 24: Construction Business Owner : January/February 2026

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