On the eve of the new industrial revolution, the transformation of the construction sector is on the move: digitization, robotization, drones, 3D printing and, of course, the building information model (BIM) are gradually contributing to the metamorphosis of the sector. The building becomes a ground of innovation continuously adapting itself to its own requirements of energy performance, need for quality of life or productivity. The act of building becomes increasingly complex and requires more and more expert profiles. Technology is a relevant response to the need for ever-closer collaboration between actors, a sine qua non condition for achieving a result of high quality.

The Smart Construction Planner is part of this digital transformation and unveils the "connected construction site". The original idea of this innovation project is to place sensors on site to feed a new version of the construction site container that is equipped with various technological supports. These physical and human sensors contribute to the collection of information in real time. The data is then centralized and visualized in the site container where the work teams are located. Tangible and tactile interfaces contribute to the collaborative dimension of the exchanges between team members, and decisions are relayed instantaneously to the site for application. The constant data flows allow decisions to be taken in full coherence with the reality on the ground.

Inspired by the manufacturing industry and Lean Construction methods, the Smart Construction Planner is an operational site management solution that supports logistics, quality control, planning and scheduling of the construction site.