The German government has set itself ambitious targets: At least 50 percent of all households should have a fiber optic connection by the end of 2025, and nationwide coverage with fiber optics and the latest mobile communications standard is planned by 2030.
However, the low demand for fiber optic connections to date is jeopardizing these expansion targets. Only 18% of Germans currently use a fiber optic connection, while 49% continue to rely on conventional DSL. Higher costs for fiber optic contracts and existing contract commitments are deterring many potential users.
In order to achieve the expansion targets, the German government is relying on digital and faster planning and approval procedures. It is becoming increasingly clear that quality assurance during construction and digital construction documentation are key levers - not only during the construction phase, but also for the future maintenance and management of the infrastructure.
This is exactly where we at DeepUp come in. Although we are not directly involved in the expansion, with our innovative DeepUp scanner and the ConMon platform, we offer a digital solution for the efficient monitoring of construction projects - especially in the area of FTTH construction site documentation.
Our solution is based on an intelligent combination of artificial intelligence and human control (human in the loop). This hybrid method makes it possible to efficiently and reliably process raw data from the 3D scan without having to completely dispense with manual data checking.
Efficient digital recording: With the help of our 3D scanner, construction companies and local authorities can precisely document the progress of construction work - especially excavations - in the form of high-resolution 3D models.
Quality assurance with AI: In our ConMon portal, the scans are processed using intelligent algorithms. Quality is also ensured by manual checks - a prime example of the effective combination of AI and humans.
Transparency and overview: All scanned routes can be traced in the map view - this increases planning quality and traceability.
The use of digital construction supervision offers concrete advantages for construction practice:
Time savings: automated processes and digital recording shorten construction times.
Cost control: Early error detection reduces rework.
Sustainability: Paperless processes and resource-saving workflows promote environmentally conscious construction.
Reliable quality: The combination of manual data checking and AI-supported processing ensures quality in the long term.
Fibre optic expansion is not only a major technical project, but also a major organizational one. The efficient and quality-assured support provided by 3D technologies such as the DeepUp scanner enables modern FTTH construction site documentation in which digital processes, artificial intelligence and human expertise go hand in hand.
With the combination of 3D scan data processing, the human-in-the-loop principle and a central platform, we are creating the basis for a reliable, future-proof infrastructure in Germany.