Click and mortar: The acceleration of technology in construction in the GCC 0 Comments Get daily business news from the region delivered straight to your inbox I agree to the terms and conditions SIGN UP The future of the construction sector hinges on how swiftly players adapt to newer technologies by Jihad Bsaibes May 19, 2021 The opportunities and headwinds created by Covid-19 have forced the construction sector to accelerate its digitisation targets. Digital transformation is imperative for offsetting pandemic-induced delays and cost overruns and achieving future sustainability and profitability in a dynamic market. The World Economic Forum estimates that within 10 years, full-scale digitisation could unlock savings between $700bn and $1.2 trillion in design, engineering, and construction.