AI + Data Insights 2025:Global AEC Industry Report

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technologies has propelled the world headlong into the Data Revolution. To better understand the potential benefits and barriers of AI for the AEC industry, BST Global surveyed AEC firms around the world about their current and planned AI initiatives, expectations and obstacles. The survey was conducted in partnership with ACEC’s Technology Committee and BST Global’s AI + Data Consortium.
This report presents the findings from the BST Global AI + Data Survey, underscoring the need to harness AI’s potential while managing risk and bridging the digital skills gap.
In it, we examine:
- Current AI adoption levels
- Strategic business implications of AI integration
- Different types of AI and their applications for AEC
- The critical role of data governance
- AI’s far-reaching impacts on the workforce
The insights in this report provide a perspective on the current state and future impact of AI and data advancements specific to the AEC industry.