Builders among the heaviest users of artificial intelligence, FMB lobbies Scottish political parties for greater support and astronauts fix £22 million toilet
Over three quarters of tradespeople now use AI every day to run their business, claims a report from Sage.
Most construction firms are using it to streamline admin tasks, such as calculating costs, chasing payments and even messaging clients.
A quarter of tradies also said they use artificial intelligence to assess problems.
Builders are among the heaviest users of the technology, with a fifth admitting to accessing AI platforms more than five times a day.
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The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is lobbying for greater support for small and medium sized builders in Scotland.
Just in the last year there has been a 5% drop in ‘new build’ starts north of the border.
The long-term trend is more alarming, with SME builders delivering 2,000 fewer homes per annum than they did in 2008.
According to the trade body, small firms have a vital role to play in developing property in rural locations and on brownfield sites.
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Astronauts onboard Artemis II breathed a sigh of relief shortly after take-off when they managed to fix their £22 million toilet.
Crewmember Chritina Koch stepped forward to act as a space plumber and fix the malfunctioning potty.
Artemis II, which has completed its flyby of the moon, is due back on earth at the weekend.
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