Digital Builder

When working in the construction industry, it can be a tall task to keep every contractor, engineer, and project manager on the same page. With the help of Building Information Modeling (BIM), keeping everyone on the same page can go a long way to achieving that goal. But there’s much more to the technology that impacts both your field teams and those working from the office.

Kelli Lubeley, BIM Program Manager at Cupertino Electric, and Jeremy Thibodeau, Senior Manager of Customer Success at Autodesk, join the show to discuss how BIM implementation has developed over the years, how using the technology from start to finish in the construction industry is improving the overall process, ultimately reaching every aspect of how we build.

We discuss:

• The applications of BIM for all types of stakeholders in their day-to-day jobs
• Busting common BIM myths and misconceptions
• The ideal state of BIM implementation vs. what’s actually happening today
• Guidance for implementing BIM at your own company

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

While making several job transitions throughout one’s career has become a more common occurrence, it wasn’t always that way, and there are still hugely impactful benefits to spending a longer time working in a company you love. That’s why we were excited to sit down with Jim Lynch, Senior Vice President of Autodesk Construction Solutions, who is celebrating his 25th year as a part of the Autodesk organization.

Throughout those 25 years, Jim has held strategic leadership roles in AEC product development, product management, and marketing, and led his team in the development of cutting edge solutions to meet construction customers’ needs.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jim’s top lessons from 25 years of experience working at Autodesk
• What it takes to be a partner to customers rather than just another software vendor
• The importance of planning, innovating, and executing quickly to stay ahead of the competition
• Why in-person connection is so powerful.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

What do the cloud and trust have in common? A lot, actually. Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost is on a mission to create a high-trust ecosystem in construction building on today’s cloud technology. And the benefits extend far beyond improving efficiency and transparency – it’s about solving construction’s capacity problem.

Recorded live from Autodesk University 2022, we had the incredible opportunity to chat with Andrew about his vision for the future of construction, the legacy he hopes to leave the industry, the value of working in the cloud, and a whole lot more!

This in-person episode was filmed and you can watch the conversation unfold right from our YouTube channel.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Live from Autodesk University, this final special episode of Digital Builder brings even more highlights from our exciting return to in-person after 3 years apart. 

Our host, Eric Thomas, does his final recap of the week covering what’s been happening while we’re still here in New Orleans.

Live from Autodesk University, this special episode of Digital Builder brings even more highlights from our exciting return to in-person after 3 years apart. 

Today, our host Eric Thomas is joined by Cara Wilczynski, Construction Subject Matter Expert Manager at Autodesk.

They discuss the growing excitement as Day 2 of AU kicked off, the biggest takeaways and surprises from the customer community meetups she’s been leading, the most common challenges in AEC that customers are managing, and wrap up by discussing her favorite trends happening in construction today.

Tune in tomorrow for another recap LIVE from New Orleans!

Live from Autodesk University, this special episode of Digital Builder highlights our exciting return to an in-person event after 3 years apart. Our host, Eric Thomas, is joined by Esteban Corrales, the Global Leader of Technical Sales at Autodesk.They discuss his experience moving from working as a Project Manager in construction, his current role leading the Technical Sales team at Autodesk, the most exciting things about this year’s event, and his favorite trends and predictions for construction in the coming years.

The typical approaches to training can sometimes feel unengaging, uninteresting, or disconnected. A miss with your training approach can mean new team members are underprepared to take on their new responsibilities.

Most of us know the pain of sitting through hours long training sessions that seem to cover everything except what we actually need to know to do our jobs effectively. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

This week, we sat down with Brian Popis, Senior Transformation Engineer, and Nick Bobbitt, Business Transformation Manager at Barton Malow to distill their strategy for onboarding and training for new software that prioritize flexibility, skill building, increased efficiency, and staff retention.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Barton Malow utilizes on-demand training to rapidly (and successfully) integrate and expand new software systems
• How successful training programs lead to increased job satisfaction, effective preparation, and drives better business outcomes
• How to organize your content so that it is accessible and easy to navigate
• How to develop a training program and create an actionable feedback loop
• A sneak preview of Brian and Nick’s upcoming presentation at Autodesk University   

Mentioned during the show:

• Register for Autodesk University!  

Autodesk University is the design and make conference for innovators everywhere happening September 27-29, 2022, in New Orleans, LA. We are hosting thousands of industry professionals like you so that you can grow your network, find inspiration, and connect with industry experts who are leading the way in architecture, engineering, construction, design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

In this special episode of Digital Builder, we are unpacking everything you need to know as you prepare for Autodesk University this September in New Orleans, LA. To do that, we have brought on three brilliant guests that know the ins and outs of this year’s conference.First, Eric sits down with Autodesk’s Director of Experiential Programs and Global Brand & Communications, Adam Sopko, to talk about how his team has been preparing to make this year’s live event unforgettable, the revitalization of networking opportunities, and the insights he has gained from hosting digital-only events over the last 2 years.

Next, Eric sits down with Autodesk’s Director of Customer Experience & Industry Advocacy, Allison Scott, and Autodesk’s Experiential Manager of Construction, Zet Norman. They share how Autodesk University has impacted their careers, look at what’s in store for attendees, unpack some of the can’t-miss construction sessions, and uncover how to make the most of your time at Autodesk University.

Autodesk University is the design and make conference for innovators everywhere happening September 27-29, 2022, in New Orleans, LA. We are hosting thousands of industry professionals like you so that you can grow your network, find inspiration, and connect with industry experts who are leading the way in architecture, engineering, construction, design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment.

Mentioned during the show:

• Register for Autodesk University!
• Join The Big Room – Autodesk’s Construction Community
• Visit the Autodesk Construction Cloud Learning Center

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

For as long as we’ve been building things, the construction industry has successfully found ways to navigate tough times. 

In recent years the industry once again has adapted to rapidly changing conditions in ways that will impact how construction businesses operate moving forward. 

Two leaders from CRB , Greg Casper , Director of Estimating, and Marc Hanson , Senior Director of Construction Operation – Midwest Region, join the show to share the lessons they’ve learned while navigating these recent challenges. 

We discuss:

• The biggest areas of risk
• 3 strategies for navigating uncertainty and risk
• New approaches to prefabrication
• Examples of technology improving project delivery   

Mentioned during the show:

• Worried about construction cost inflation? 
• EP 22 - Construction Contracts & Payments: Tips for Subcontractors & GCs w/ Karalynn Cromeens 
• Harnessing the Data Advantage in Construction 
• After the Revolution: Understanding a Decade of Change in Project Delivery Systems and Their Impact on Project Performance  

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act was recently signed into law in the United States and it’s poised to have a big impact on the construction industry. 

We’re delving into the nuances of the bill to uncover what’s included, how it will influence future work, and how contractors can prepare for the opportunity. 

Our panel of experts include:

• Alex Etchen, Senior Director of Government Relations at Associated General Contractors of America 
• Jimmy Christianson , Vice President of Government Relations at Associated General Contractors of America  
• Ryan Walker , Senior Vice President of Federal Affairs at Shumaker Advisors  

We discuss:

• What’s included in the bill (and what’s not!)
• How contractors can prepare now for upcoming project funding
• How to choose what types of federal work to bid on
• How to manage changing costs and material supply during market uncertainty  

Have questions about anything discussed in the episode?

• Alex: [email protected] 
• Jimmy: [email protected] 
• Ryan: [email protected]  

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.