A true platform is more than just a list of APIs connected to a SaaS solution. It provides a single experience where designers, engineers, and builders can harness the data and tools they need whenever and wherever they need them.

So, how can you ensure you’re getting a true platform experience?

Jim Lynch, Senior Vice President & General Manager, and Sid Haksar, Head of Construction Strategy, both with Autodesk, join the show to answer that question. Plus, they share pivotal moments from Autodesk University and their thoughts on where construction is heading.

Topics covered:

• Highlights from Autodesk University
• The definition and benefits of a true platform approach
• Which questions to ask while evaluating platforms and construction technology
• Big themes surfacing about the future of construction

Resources mentioned during the podcast:

• Harnessing the Data Advantage in Construction
• Watch everything released during Autodesk University 2021 for FREE

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have come a long way in a short amount of time. In fact, you might not even be aware of the wide range of potential applications they have in the construction industry.

Broadly speaking, these tools can assist builders and owners alike at every stage of the project life cycle and ensure that the final product matches the initial vision.

Want to know more?

Angel Say, CEO and Co-Founder of Resolve, and Dr. Mani Golparvar, CTO and Co-Founder of Reconstruct Inc., join the show to explain what is possible with AR and VR in construction.

Topics covered:

• How AR and VR have evolved and the technology has improved
• Where these tools fit in to the project lifecycle
• Getting started with AR and VR yourself
• Potential advances in the technology coming in the next five years

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

There’s a common misconception around prefabrication — that it amounts to bland, cookie-cutter boxes rolling off an assembly line. But the truth is that prefabrication techniques can allow design teams to produce beautiful, innovative designs that meet the distinct needs of individual clients.

So what exactly is prefabrication and how can it benefit you?

Nick Coubray, CEO at Howick Ltd., and Amr Raafat, VP of VDC & Technology at Windover Construction, join the show to break it all down.

We discuss:

• The benefits behind the technology
• The common myths associated with it
• Some successful real world examples
• Getting started with prefabrication

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Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Collaboration and communication are crucial in the AEC industry. When everyone involved in a project is on the same page, it makes the entire process run that much smoother.

Because of where they sit in the life of a project, today’s guests have a unique perspective on the AEC industry and on enhancing cooperation within the construction process.

Eddie Campbell, COO, and Tyler Campbell, VP of ABSI (Accelerated Building Solutions, Inc.) and co-hosts of the Construction Brothers Podcast, share their insight into how collaboration can be improved throughout the project life cycle.

Topics covered:

• Ways to improve the bidding process
• Effective management styles
• Where subcontractors are empowered to improve collaboration
• Tips for successfully navigating contract disputes

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

A digital twin is a living, breathing, real-time reflection of a built asset that helps you holistically understand the performance of that asset.

Bob Bray, Senior Director & General Manager at Autodesk, and Tim Kelly, Senior Product Manager at Autodesk, join us to uncover the world of digital twin technology.

Topics covered:

• What is a digital twin, and how is it created?
• The benefits of adopting a digital twin
• Tips and avoidable challenges when implementing a digital twin
• Maintaining digital assets and the future of digital twin technology
• The incubator process at Autodesk

Interested in learning more about Autodesk Tandem? Check it out here.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

As the volume of project data increases, and the AEC industry collaborates across ever larger regions of the globe, it’s important to ensure that the processes we use every day remain scalable and sustainable.

Marek Suchocki, Infrastructure Industry Engagement Lead at Autodesk, and Frederico Ramos, Principal at Aedas, join Eric to discuss global data standards and collaboration tips for global construction teams.

Topics discussed:

• The importance of global data standards in AEC
• What exactly is ISO 19650?
• How data standards are created and implemented
• The challenge when teams leverage conflicting data standards
• Tips for implementation when scaling into new regions
• The future of common data standards

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Our modern, digitized construction industry collects a massive amount of data. With the help of AI and machine learning, the industry has reached a tipping point where — rather than drowning in the data — we can leverage it to predict risks and guide where we should focus our resources.

This week, I’m joined by Josh Kanner, Founder and CEO of Smartvid.io and Pat Keaney, Director of Product Management, Intelligence in Autodesk Construction R&D.

What we talked about:

• What exactly Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence really are
• Common misconceptions about this type of technology
• How Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are used today in construction, including real-world examples
• What we can expect in the future (surprise—the future is already here!)

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Building 40,000 economically and environmentally sustainable housing units by 2030 is certainly an ambitious goal. It’s also an important one.

Randy Norton, Founder and Chairman of the Board at MultiGreen Properties, and Levi Naas, Director of Real Estate Development, also with MultiGreen, share how they plan to tackle the global affordable housing crisis through innovative, sustainable, owner-driven building strategies.

Topics we covered:

• MultiGreen’s goal of building 40,000 sustainable housing units by 2030
• The difference between sustainable construction and green building
• First steps a company can take to start building sustainable construction projects
• Evaluating construction technology and collaboration tools from an owner’s perspective
• Making the right decisions about managing your data before starting a project

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Safety is always top of mind for construction leaders across the globe and this mentality has grown even further due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With that being said, what newly implemented changes to safety on the jobsite are here to stay?

Joining Eric to discuss construction safety week and how to create an impactful safety culture at your company are Lee Evans, Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer of myComply, and Stan Singh, Director of Product Management at Raken. They also discuss:

• How has the pandemic impacted safety and construction environments?
• What will the ‘new normal’ in construction safety look like in the future?
• When is the best time to implement safety measures and a culture of safety?
• Creating a robust safety culture at your company that explores new technology
• Choosing a tech stack with a clear focus on safety

To find more information about Safety Week, visit https://www.constructionsafetyweek.com/.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

While countries in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) are in different phases of digitizing their construction industries, there’s one thing at the front of everyone’s mind:

New technology is expensive. But the costs of resisting change can be even higher.

UK-based design and technology enthusiasts Ivana Tudja (BIM and Digital Engineering Lead at Mace) and Matt Keen (Sr. Industry Strategist at Autodesk) join Eric to discuss…

• -How digital transformations are unfolding in EMEA
• -How to create positive measurable outcomes for construction groups
• -Why formerly disparate solutions are now interconnecting
• -The challenges correlated with digitizing construction workflows
• -Which KPIs you should consider when improving project delivery

Resources mentioned:

• Matt Keen’s AU class, Behind the Numbers: How We Can Improve Construction KPIs
• Autodesk’s Workflow Benchmarking Tool
• From Construction to Production initiative

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.