The Digital Transition

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I close out 2021 with a recap on what BIM means to all of my guests. It is interesting to see how the views and opinions on what BIM means as a definition has changed over the last 3 years. Enjoy hearing what BIM means to our top industry experts.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Dr Carol Hon from QUT about site safety during construction and the benefits that BIM can play in reducing on-site accidents. Hear about the detailed research that Carol has completed on the topic of construction accidents. Learn about the opportunities that BIM processes and technology can have in providing clearer communication to all stakeholders on the activities occurring on-site.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Alice Leung from Brick and Mortar Ventures about new technologies that they are currently backing that could change the construction industry. Learn about Venture Capitalists and the role that they play in the industry in backing new technologies, in situations where banks find investment too risky. Hear about 3 current projects that Brick and Mortar Ventures are backing, ones I personally find really exciting and think that will make a significant difference in the future of construction.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Clifton Harness about parametric design. We discuss what parametric design is, the differences between it and computational design. Learn about how technology solutions like TestFit can assist you in the feasibility and early design phases.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Kelly Cone about laser scanning. We discuss what laser scanning is, finding the right technology for different use cases, and how technology on the latest smartphones can be useful for some use cases. We also discuss how technology and software products can assist in automating portions of the process in converting the resulting point clouds from laser scans into BIMs in your BIM authoring software, saving you time and money.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Callum McInnes and Paul Candy from Assa Abloy about the digital transition that Assa Abloy has made in the last decade. We discuss the role that Opening Studio currently plays for designers and specifiers and its ability to link directly to BIM authoring software. Callum and Paul also share their views on the potential future for Manufacturers and the opportunities that digital processes may bring them, to reduce risk and enable clearer lines of collaboration between all stakeholders using products and materials.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Paul Shillcock, Director at Operam and co-author of ISO 19650-2. We discuss the history of ISO 19650 and its beginnings in the UK, and the activities that make up the ISO 19650-2 process. Learn about the importance and benefits of adopting ISO 19650 processes on your projects, as we discuss the components of what makes up the standard series and the first steps you should take in adopting better information management.

To learn more about Operam Academy and its training offerings head to the Operam Academy website via this link.

 

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Kate Williams, the Chief Business Officer from FrontierSI about Digital Twins and how they are relevant to not just buildings but cities also. We discuss several projects that Kate has worked on across Victoria and New Zealand and the potential benefits that Digital Twins can bring economically and socially through testing current and future conditions.

Kate is also participating in Digital Twin Week between 18-22 October, to learn more about the event head to the event website here.

 

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Greta McNelis the BIM and GIS Manager from Brisbane Airport Corporation about how they are embracing BIM processes as a major asset owner to benefit across multiple business units. Hear how they have benefited from capturing accurate as-built information through GIS and laser scanning to assist in managing their assets and provide a base for their training simulations.

Brisbane Airport Corporation

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Dr Stephen Hamil about the importance of Specifications on a project and how the process of creating a specification typically hasn’t changed much over the last few decades. This is until NBS developed the NBS Chorus product which provides a direct link/connection between your specification and your BIM in your BIM authoring tool. Hear about how this new process of specification creation can reduce risks of conflicts in your practice and save you time managing this critical deliverable.