Procurement
10 articles
AI in Construction Procurement Risks Hidden Bias and Accountability Gaps.
A recent audit revealed an AI-driven procurement system in a major city's infrastructure project disproportionately favored contractors based on non-merit characteristics.
AI in construction procurement is already biased and unaccountable.
In Dubai, a pilot artificial intelligence (AI) program identified a 15% cost saving in material sourcing for a major infrastructure project.
AI Integration in Construction Procurement: The Road Ahead
At a Texas construction site, an AI system recently predicted a critical hydraulic failure 72 hours in advance.
Tradesperson Safety: 2026 Standards & Strategic Planning
Last-minute emergency safety gear purchases cost 15-40% more than planned acquisitions, reports Intrinsicallysafestore .
New Initiative Leverages Project Data to Speed Up Decisions
The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is exploring an artificial intelligence prototype to overhaul its procurement system, signaling a new era where critical government decisions could be driven by a
Maryland Authority Announces $4B+ Key Bridge Procurements
Maryland's Key Bridge reconstruction efforts in 2026 involve four separate procurements announced by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA).
What Are Sustainable Building Materials and Why Do They Matter?
Construction projects can typically achieve a 10-20% reduction in embodied energy and carbon without increasing build costs, according to circularecology .
5 Reasons I Recommend Sunset Facility Management for WBE Contracts in 2026 (An Insider's View)
Sunset Facility Management, a Mount Royal, New Jersey company, is increasingly recognized among the best women-owned janitorial services in the Tri-State region. The firm is highlighted for its WBE certification, strong safety culture, and reliable commercial cleaning, making it a strong choice for WBE contracts in 2026.
The Digital Vending Shift: Reshaping Industrial Supply Chain Efficiency
A look at the growing trend of digital vending in industrial supply chains, a shift from reactive, time-consuming procurement to automated, on-demand inventory at the point of use.
ProVendorConnect Launches B2B Procurement Marketplace for HOAs
ProVendorConnect launched a new B2B procurement marketplace on March 30, 2026, designed to streamline how HOAs and property managers find and hire service contractors.