AI and cybersecurity investments grow, but firms struggle to maximize their tools
Wipfli, a top 25 advisory and accounting firm, released its 2025state of technology in constructionreport, revealing a sector eager to innovate but still navigating the early stages of digital transformation. The findings highlight a widening gap between ambition and execution, as firms invest in advanced tools but face challenges in adoption and integration.
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66% of the smallest firms now have an AI strategy
Based on a survey of 308 construction executives, the report shows that while 82% of respondents claim to have an AI strategy, most are still operating at the entry level. Similarly, 73% plan to invest in cybersecurity in the coming year, yet eight in 10 firms experienced a data breach in the past 12 months.
“Technology maturity in construction is still in its adolescence,” said Brad Werner, partner and construction and real estate industry leader. “C-suite leaders shouldn't micromanage tech, but they must own cyber risk and demand tight, centralized control of the stack. Integration isn't optional, it's the unlock for speed and value.”
Key findings from the report include:
— 66% of the smallest firms now have an AI strategy.
— 43% of firms report full integration with advanced technologies.
— Only one-third of firms have achieved real-time, automated decision-making – a critical step toward unlocking AI's predictive power.
“Even the biggest firms have blind spots in tech adoption,” Werner added. “The real play now is scaling beyond pilots – turning tech from a sidecar into the engine for sharper, faster decision-making across the enterprise.”
The report also reveals that larger firms are leading the way in data analytics and cybersecurity, but even among companies with over $250M in annual revenue, 12% still rely on mostly manual reporting.
Download the full reportto explore exclusive insights into how construction leaders are prioritizing, investing in and implementing technology in 2025.
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