BW partners with NavLive to cut building survey time by 80%
BW: Workplace Experts, one of the UK’s leading fit-out and refurbishment contractors and design-and-build consultancies, has partnered with NavLive, the leader in AI-driven 3D scanning for the construction industry, to accelerate planning and delivery across a growing portfolio of projects in London and beyond.
BW has already deployed NavLive across a range of projects in London and Europe, from heritage refurbishments to modern workplaces. By integrating the technology into its process, BW is giving its teams faster, more reliable site data while also strengthening its ability to compete for high-profile tenders.
In one project, BW used NavLive to survey a multi-storey commercial property in Mayfair. The team completed a full walkthrough in under 15 minutes, capturing a 3D point cloud and elevation views that enabled architects to produce a full Revit drawing in just two hours, taking only 20% of the time a traditional survey would require.
Looking ahead, BW and NavLive are exploring how the technology could integrate with robotics and automation, from robotic dogs to emerging humanoid platforms. These applications could unlock new ways to capture and use building data while reducing repeat site visits and manual measurement.
Together, these developments point to a future where projects are delivered more efficiently and sustainably, with fewer delays and lower emissions.
Tomas Hollingsworth, Director of Technology, BW, said: “At BW we want to be at the front of adopting technology that genuinely helps us and our clients. NavLive fits that perfectly. It gives us the accuracy we need without slowing projects down. NavLive’s platform has quickly become an essential part of our digital toolkit, allowing us to survey sites faster, with greater confidence in the data. It’s a game-changer not just for today’s projects but for the way we’ll deliver fit-outs in the future.”
Chris Davison, CEO, NavLive, said: “We built NavLive to make reliable building data available instantly, and seeing companies like BW put it to work across major projects shows that it’s doing exactly that. Their use of the technology is proof of how the industry can move faster and with more confidence when the right tools are in place.”
With a reputation for high-quality delivery, BW’s technology-first approach ensures its projects consistently meet client expectations of speed, accuracy, and sustainability. By integrating NavLive, BW is reinforcing its position as one of the UK’s most innovative fit-out and refurbishment specialists.
