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Kane Group using GAMMA AR, an augmented reality solution for construction on the site

Foresight is better than hindsight

This article has been written by Caner Dolas. Caner is the CEO and Co-Founder of GAMMA AR, #contech nerd, with a background in architecture and digital transformation. Served as a BIM manager and Digital Transformation Expert, spearheaded research and development projects and provided strategic consulting on digital transformation in manufacturing and design, with a specific emphasis on automation. Created architectural designs for airport, hotel, and commercial projects. Taught CAD, BIM and conducted research at the Institute of CAAD at RWTH Aachen University. Participated in the conception of the Urban Game at the World Expo in China and contributed to the design for the Solar-Decathlon Europe RWTH Aachen.

BIM model of Vilnius Tech’s Laboratory and Education buildings. Image courtesy of Vaidotas Šarka

Can Tech-Driven Education Help Fix Construction’s Labor Crisis?

At Vilnius Tech (Lithuania), educators are reimagining construction education to better engage a new generation of learners. Facing a shrinking labor pool and a widening gap between classroom theory and on-site reality, the university has turned to emerging technologies—including Augmented Reality (AR) and openBIM—to modernize its teaching approach.

Through tools like GAMMA AR and real-world training environments on campus, students are learning how to interact with digital models, coordinate virtually on jobsite tasks, and develop the hands-on problem-solving skills the industry now demands.

This shift toward immersive, tech-driven learning equips students with future-ready skills while also helping reposition construction as a high-tech, attractive field for tomorrow’s workforce.

GAMMA AR used on the construction site

Why Augmented Reality is the Future of Construction

Let’s say you’re on-site, boots in the mud, staring at plans that don’t exactly line up. A beam is off, several pipes are misrouted, and a $10,000 headache is looming.
Now imagine you’re holding up a tablet or smartphone and seeing exactly where everything belongs, with the digital model of the building overlaid onto the site in front of you.
That’s Augmented Reality (AR) in action. It’s not a gimmick or a fancy gadget. It’s a tool for building smarter, faster, and more accurately.
By overlaying digital plans onto the real-world jobsite, AR takes guesswork off the table.
It reveals problems before they spiral into chaos, aligns teams without endless back-and-forth, and turns “What went wrong?” into “What’s next?”
AR goes way beyond just seeing better—it’s all about building better.

Construction Tech Trends team

The Top 10 Construction Tech Trends Raising the Roof in 2025

In 2025, the construction industry is expected to make impressive strides with new technologies that address some of the biggest challenges on jobsites today.
From labor shortages to reducing errors, the latest construction tech trends will help builders work smarter, safer, and more efficiently.
Here are the top 10 technology trends that construction professionals should keep a close eye on in the coming year.

Construction site sunset

How to Strategically Allocate Funds for GAMMA AR in 2025

To put it lightly, managing a construction project is a balancing act.
Margins are tight, errors are costly, and staying on budget is a constant challenge.
Yet, 98% of major projects today face cost overruns, averaging 80% above estimates.
For many, adopting a new technology, even one proven to work, seems like an additional strain.
But the truth is, the right augmented reality (AR) solution can pay for itself quickly—if you know how to allocate your funds strategically.
This guide shows you how to unlock funding for GAMMA AR, an intuitive app that enhances project efficiency, reduces errors, and promotes collaboration—all while staying within budget.

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The Benefits of BIM AR for Sustainable Construction

Clients demand it, governments mandate it, and an increasing number of crucial projects are depending on it.

But sustainable construction isn’t as simple as just swapping out materials for “eco-friendly” alternatives or designing buildings that consume less energy.

The challenges run deeper. And they can touch every aspect of the construction process.

The pressure is twofold: reduce environmental impact while delivering projects on time and within budget.

It’s a tall order, especially in an industry where time is money, and margins can be paper thin.

Every wasted beam, discarded pipe, or poorly planned phase means more materials in the landfill and more emissions generated to correct the error.

In sustainable construction, these setbacks undermine the very goals we’re trying to achieve.