Construction & Infrastructure

The construction and infrastructure industry is one of the world's most economically important sectors – it creates the physical foundation for society and the economy. Whether high-rise buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, or transport networks – this industry is characterized by large-scale, project-based projects, high complexity, tight schedules, and a high degree of coordination between a wide variety of trades and suppliers.

In addition, sustainability is playing an increasingly central role in the construction sector: energy efficiency, the circular economy, green building materials, and smart cities are key developments that place new demands on partner networks, materials, and technical standards.

Typical sub-areas:

Civil engineering & civil engineering: Shell construction, reinforced concrete, finishing trades, special foundation engineering
Construction products & materials: Concrete, bricks, insulation materials, wood, drywall construction, system solutions
Infrastructure projects & civil engineering: Bridge construction, tunnel solutions, power & water networks, transport routes
Modular & prefabricated construction: Prefabrication and industrial construction with a focus on efficiency and repeatability
Key challenges:

Material availability & price fluctuations (e.g., wood, steel, insulation materials)
Coordination and reliability across multiple interfaces
Legal requirements, approval & documentation obligations
Digitalization of processes (BIM, e-procurement, e-tendering)
Sustainability & CO₂ footprint of construction products
Potential for digital procurement:

Direct access to specialized manufacturers of construction components & systems
Tenders with automated supplier recommendations
Technical data sheets & certificates directly in the bid comparison
Regional filter options for transport & CO₂-efficient supply chains
Faster comparability and availability of standard and special materials