The implementation of artificial intelligence in construction can reduce costs by 17–20% and accelerate project completion by 22–25%. The analysis identifies six key processes where AI increases efficiency and highlights the industry's growing interest in these technologies.
Google plans to completely move the production of its Pixel smartphones, as well as its watches and earbuds, from China to Vietnam and India by 2027 amid ongoing trade tensions between the US and China. The company expects Pixel shipments to grow by 8–10% this year, despite rising component costs.
An outbreak of salmonellosis linked to Mexican restaurants, including Chipotle, is being investigated in Minnesota. The company has temporarily removed potentially contaminated batches of jalapeños and implemented measures to reduce risks. Experts believe the issue is likely related to a supplier rather than violations within the restaurant chain itself.
Levi Strauss & Co. will complete its transition to a unified cloud-based ERP system across all global divisions by 2027. This move will enable faster decision-making, support the growth of the DTC model, and facilitate the implementation of AI. The transition is accompanied by a reorganization of the supply chain and the closure of the distribution center in Kentucky.