Close link between costing professionals and AI
At Augel, the AI usually works at night to search the numerous, constantly growing databases and find suitable service items for new construction tasks. This saves a lot of time. Calculations for new projects can often be transferred directly, including wages, equipment, building materials and even external services.
However, this does not mean that calculators will become superfluous at some point. The tasks will merely change and take on a different focus. As the IT and AI expert from Augel emphasises, it will never be possible to completely do without people. Feasibility, for example, must always be carefully checked, as every construction task is unique. Humans are indispensable here. It requires overview and experience, as Guiseppe Di Figlia explains.
Construction companies and wholesalers in direct contact with each other
In a pilot project, the IT system is currently being connected directly to the databases of various wholesalers via a standard interface. This process is lengthy and complex in the traditional way, as Di Figlia knows from his own experience. Construction companies send a GAEB file to the wholesaler or supplier to request specific prices. They then have to enter these manually into their calculation.
Thanks to the direct connection, the bill of quantities information is now directly integrated with the wholesalers' material data. Calculators can now directly view the current product prices, read data sheets or texts, view photos and much more without having to submit a price enquiry.
As part of this pilot project, Augel was able to convince the suppliers to use the interface already established in the TGA environment. This created a direct link between construction companies and wholesalers. Orders can now also be placed at the touch of a button via the new connection.
Greater added value through the networking of information
A large amount of data is available along the entire construction value chain. However, this data is only partially networked or, in the worst case, not networked at all. Duplication of work is often the result. The valuable linking and integration of information can significantly simplify and change work in the construction world. At Augel, the focus is always on strengthening co-operation: within the Augel team, with suppliers and also with customers.
The use of AI and the connection to wholesalers with the help of pds calculation software is just one example of the realisation of ideas and the creation of innovations at the family business Augel. The medium-sized company is always open to new, modern approaches from creative minds, both in this and many other areas.
Augel GmbH has always been interested in technological innovation and offers career opportunities for young professionals from various areas of the construction industry, not just construction estimating.