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Is Augmented Reality Trending In GCC Countries' and Global Construction Industry?

How would you feel making design changes for civil and infrastructure plans by just looking at its visualization on an iPad?

According to a Mckinsey report, construction technology investment in GCC countries has more than doubled in the last 10 years, reaching $25 million. The rising demand for new and innovative construction projects has been a driving force for adopting advanced technologies like augmented reality (AR) in the construction sector - resulting in hiked investment. Global Market Insights report indicated that the AR market size is rapidly growing, with an estimated market value of $50 billion by 2024.

As the demand for innovative buildings increases, projects are getting more complex. AR technology is prevalent in:


  • Visualization and design
  • Managing Quality and Control Processes
  • Project Management
  • Enhancing safety protocols
  • Enhancing communication.

BIM becomes even more valuable when integrated with AR, enhancing planning efficiency and project execution. You can now overlay digital models onto physical sites, aiding in design visualization, clash detection, and project coordination.


Is it cost-effective? Oh yeah! By identifying clashes and design issues early in the process, AR helps prevent costly rework and delays. It streamlines construction workflows, improves efficiency, and optimizes resource allocation.

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If AR is so excellent - optimizing quality, cost, and time and reducing the risks - even of the accidents why is the adoption slow? What are the roadblocks?


  • Initial implementation costs, including the development of AR applications, can be prohibitive, particularly for smaller firms.
  • Companies may have data and cybersecurity concerns, underlining the importance of robust security protocols.
  • Accuracy concerns regarding maintaining, calibration and aligning virtual overlays with the physical site.
  • Educating and training employees on new technology can be challenging and play a factor in applying the technologies benefits.


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To overcome these challenges, the stakeholders of the GCC construction industry need to demonstrate the return on investment and ensure that the necessary infrastructure is in place to enable the successful implementation of AR technology in construction projects.


Looking ahead, the future of AR in construction holds promise. Remote collaboration and virtual site visits, integration with Building Information Modeling (BIM), and the combination of AR with other technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) are expected to shape the industry's use of AR.

AR technology is poised to significantly benefit the construction industry, driving innovation and enhancing project outcomes in the GCC countries and beyond.


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