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_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cyber security ation

struction industry in the digital age . adley Sussman

The adoption of new and advanced technologies has allowed for a digital transformation across business industries . Infrastructure and services supported by technologies such as artificial intelligence ( AI ), advanced analytics ( AA ), cyber-physical systems ( CPS ), machine learning ( ML ), and robotics have paved the way for increased productivity , efficiency , connectivity , and stronger service offerings . However , the unpredictable risks and challenges embedded within the digital era , particularly as related to cybersecurity , are often overlooked in the excitement of embracing new technologies . The limited regulation and guidance in the construction industry , paired with both the incredible advancement in technology and the ever-evolving threat landscape , has resulted in the construction industry being one of the industries most impacted by cybersecurity incidents .

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