Risk Management: Brick by Brick

Proactive Risk Management and the Benefits of Technology in Construction with Matt Aston, President at GPRS


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On the latest episode of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl is joined by Matt Aston, President at GPRS, the nation's largest company specializing in the detection of underground utilities. 

In this episode, Jason and Matt discuss the role of technology in the construction industry and the importance of proactive risk management. Matt explains how GPRS's ground penetrating radar services help construction companies identify underground utilities before excavation, minimizing the risk of damage. 

They also touch on services like video pipe inspection and the litigation aspect of utility damage. Matt highlights the shift towards a more proactive mindset in the industry and the future integration of AI and augmented reality.  

To find out how TrustLayer manages risk so that people can build the physical world around us, head to TrustLayer.io.

Episode Highlights: 
  • 01:03 - Matt’s background
  • 02:36 - Managing risk at GPRS
  • 05:06 - Minimizing litigation risk in construction
  • 10:27 - The role of AI in construction and risk management
  • 12:44 - Adoption of technology in proactive risk management
  • 16:00 - Hiring talent in technology and construction

Episode resources:
  • Matt Aston on LinkedIn
  • GPRS on LinkedIn
  • TrustLayer

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Previous guests include: Seth Hausman of Kraus-Anderson Insurance, Matthew Meyer of The Horton Group, Diana Rich of Foundation Building Materials, Christy McHenry of Suffolk Construction, Mark Rieder of NFP, and Cory Mangum of Primoris Services Corporation. 

Check out the three most downloaded episodes: 

  • Managing Your Risk Portfolio with Seth Hausman
  • Focusing on Specialization with Matthew Meyer
  • Risk Management is Everywhere with Diana Rich

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