Jake Pautsch Shares How Technology Improves Historic Preservation
Historic preservation has always been about honoring the past, but today it is increasingly shaped by the possibilities of the future. According to Jake Pautsch , technology is no longer just a supporting tool in preservation work; it has become a driving force that helps protect heritage sites more accurately, efficiently, and sustainably than ever before. With modern innovation meeting traditional craftsmanship, historic preservation is entering an exciting new chapter. Technology as a Game-Changer in Preservation For decades, preservationists relied heavily on manual documentation and visual inspections. Jacob Pautsch explains that while those methods still matter, digital tools now allow experts to understand historic structures in far greater detail. Technologies such as 3D scanning, digital mapping, and data modeling help capture precise measurements and conditions of buildings that may be hundreds of years old. These tools reduce guesswork and help teams make informed decisions ...