Nextworks provides AI-powered solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms that automate field data capture, defect detection, and client report generation, allowing teams to reduce desk work and take on more projects. Their all‑in‑one platform integrates directly into existing workflows, delivering end‑to‑end automation from on‑site data collection to final reporting. Backed by former Microsoft and Berkeley engineers, the system identifies AI opportunities and implements custom solutions to boost efficiency.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms spend a large portion of project time on manual inspection reporting and other repetitive desk tasks, which slows project delivery and limits the number of projects they can handle.
Solution
Nextworks offers an AI-driven platform that automates the capture of field inspection data, identifies defects, and generates client-ready reports. The system integrates with existing AEC workflows, allowing engineers and inspectors to upload photos or sensor data, after which proprietary computer‑vision models detect issues and populate structured reports. By eliminating manual data entry and report drafting, the platform reduces desk work by up to 50%, freeing teams to focus on design and construction activities. The solution also provides analytics that highlight recurring defect patterns, helping firms continuously improve quality and efficiency. Deployment is handled end‑to‑end, including on‑site integration, compliance support, and vendor coordination.
Target Audience
Primary customers are architecture, engineering, and construction firms that manage large numbers of field inspections and require efficient reporting, including design consultancies, general contractors, and specialty engineering firms.
Features
- Computer‑vision models that automatically detect construction defects from images and sensor inputs
- Auto‑generation of formatted, client‑ready inspection reports with embedded findings and recommendations
- Seamless integration with common AEC project management and documentation tools
- Workflow analysis module that identifies AI automation opportunities across firm operations
- Secure, on‑premise or cloud deployment options with compliance and vendor management support