We’ve all heard about the value Lean construction can offer our industry. But without robust communication practices, buy-in from all parts of a project, and a work culture that promotes innovation and good mental health practices—organizations are not able to truly maximize the value that’s possible.  In this episode, Eric sits down with Ariana Alvear, Senior Production Manager at The Boldt Company, to deep dive into lean construction, how The Boldt Company is utilizing Integrated Project Delivery or IPD in its processes, and how to solve complex communication challenges that are all too common on construction projects.   We discuss: Common communication problems and how to solve them Increasing collaborative accountability at all stages of a project’s development How Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) works Embracing automation and minimizing manual processes Creating positive work cultures in construction organizations 
Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

How to Maximize Value with Lean: It’s Worth It!

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Contractors that are still opting for outdated payment management processes, like paper checks and double entry accounting, are starting to experience trouble in the form of higher subcontractor prices and potentially fewer options of partners to bring into projects. With these problems growing in frequency and severity, there is an urgent need to modernize our financial processes.  In this episode, we sit down with Mike Milligan, Chief Growth Officer GCPay, an Autodesk Company, to explore the ins and outs of payment systems throughout the AEC ecosystem and make a strong case for why the financial side of our operations should be included in our technology adoption roadmaps.   We discuss: How payment systems vary by region whether by culture or regulations The harmful mindset that is holding companies back from digitizing their payment systems How utilizing digital payment solutions builds stronger relationships with sub-contractors The first steps to modernize your company’s payment system 
Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Modernizing Payment Systems for Construction Companies

One of the most important contributors to meeting project deadlines accurately and safely is having access to the most updated and accurate project information. For many years, issues like distance, storage, and communication methods have been major obstacles to onsite decision-making, project adaptations, and even building trust between on-site and off-site teams.  Thanks to new technology, federal partnerships, and innovative approaches to these old problems, Departments of Transportation around the United States are seeing major improvements in how quickly they work, how much more they can accomplish, and how much more robust their team operations are.   During last year’s Autodesk University, we sat down with Andrew Pangallo, Construction Digital Delivery Lead Engineer at The Indiana Department of Transportation, and Kelly Barber, Division Chief for Systems Management at The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to hear more about how they are seeing these innovations are transforming the way their organizations work.  We discuss: Core functions and goals of DOTs How INDOT and PennDOT are using technology to build trust between field and office workers, enable faster decision-making, and empower onsite leaders How INDOT and PennDOT are interfacing with the FHA’s Digital Construction Program How they are maintaining strict regulatory compliance while adopting new technologies How ongoing federal and industry partnerships are empowering innovation 
Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

How Embracing Tech is Revolutionizing State DOT Operations

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) programs are growing in their impact and importance across the entire AEC industry. When implemented correctly, DEIB improves profits, worker productivity and satisfaction, collaboration across business units, and makes companies more attractive to new and upcoming talent.   We had the chance to sit down with Randi Lucas, former Project Manager at CNY Group (now with Cord Meyer Development Company), and Reana Maglis, BIM VDC Manager at Hansen Yuncken, during Autodesk University to explore how you can create a high-impact, successful DEIB program in your organization.  In this episode, we explore: Why DEIB Matters in Construction How Diversity in multiple categories improves creative thinking and problem solving A closer look at how Hansen Yuncken and CNY Group are approaching DEIB Current “gaps” in DEIB across the industry Where to start when building a DEIB program How to scale your DEIB program 
Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

The Key Elements of Successful DEIB Programs

Construction is a balancing act from start to finish, that includes careful supervision of the finer details of each project like safety, budget, quality, while also managing multiple stakeholders, on and offsite teams, and staying on schedule.   That’s why improving predictability at all phases of a project is a top priority at companies like DPR Construction. At Autodesk University, we had the chance to sit down with DPR’s CTO Atul Khanzode and Tim Gaylord, DPR’s Corporate Director of Innovation to learn more about how DPR is approaching technology deployment across all levels of the organization, how IPD is transforming collaboration throughout the entire construction process, and how other organizations can benefit from their learnings.  In this episode, we cover Why consistent predictability is a challenge in construction How to maintain employee confidence when implementing new processes or technology How to win support for IPD DPR’s approach to technology deployment The advantages of specialization and how subject matter experts can bridge the gaps between various business units 
Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

DPR’s Approach to Innovation, Technology, and Predictability

Intuitive Machines aimed to be the first private, US commercial company to send a spacecraft to the moon. On February 22, 2024 they accomplished that goal. Helping Intuitive Machines realize their dreams was today’s guest, Stephen Brooke, a Digital Delivery Manager at Burns & McDonnell.  With the recent completion of the SuperBAB operations and testing facility in Houston, TX, Stephen joined us at Autodesk University to share how the project was brought to life, how Burns & McDonnell approaches value delivery and client success, and how data and AI will continue to impact the future of the AEC industry.  We also talk about: Stephen’s career journey through the industry Intuitive Machines’ testing facility How to encourage an innovative mindset in the next generation Collaborating with vendors to bring value to clients 
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Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

How to Maximize Value with Lean: It’s Worth It!

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