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The intersection of digital technology and urban development is paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in infrastructure and energy management. Digital construction is driving significant transformations in ways previously unimaginable. As we move towards smarter, more connected cities, the role of data-driven solutions becomes increasingly crucial in shaping environments that are not only technologically advanced but also deeply attuned to the needs of their communities.
Smart cities represent a bold vision for the future—one where technology is leveraged to create more livable, sustainable, and resilient urban spaces. These cities use vast amounts of data to improve everything from energy consumption and transportation to public safety and environmental health. Yet, for smart cities to truly fulfil their promise, they must be designed with a focus on inclusivity and community impact, ensuring that all residents benefit from the technological advancements.
But can a smart city truly contribute meaningfully on a global scale to humanity's well-being and sustainability goals? We need to chat to someone who can help us examine these interconnected topics!
George Floros is the Associate Director of Digital Construction at AtkinsRealis, leading the Digital Construction strategy across the Nuclear & Power sector. George’s expertise lies on the long-term integration of the GEO and BIM domains (GeoBIM) to realise the digital thread across project lifecycles.
George is delivering the Digital Transformation of the AEC industry by leveraging the power of data-driven Digital Twins and Smart Cities. Focusing on holistic integrations with a customer-centric approach, George delivers economic, environmental and social value for all project stakeholders, whilst reducing risk through cross-disciplinary, connected, data-driven solutions.
In parallel to all of this, George is pursuing his PhD at the University College London focusing on the integration of GeoBIM for Asset Management.
List of Topics
- The Potential of a Smart City
- Smart Cities and community impact
- Can Smart Cities contribute to Net Zero targets
- Generating enough power to sustain digital progress
- Digital and nuclear build, operations and decommissioning
Links
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/builddifferent
Further Links
https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/smart-city-market-size-is-set-to-grow-by-usd-345-8-billion-from-2024-2028-increase-in-it-consolidation-and-modernization-boost-the-market-technavio-f09ca310
https://www.capgemini.com/us-en/news/research-global-citizens-favor-smart-cities-and-call-for-their-hometowns-to-be-sustainable/
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The emergence and potential for data-driven smart cities represent a transformative shift in urban planning and management, leveraging advanced digital technologies to enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and livability of urban environments. At the forefront of this transformation is the integration of a variety of software and hardware, all of which play pivotal roles in shaping how cities are designed, constructed, and operated. It’s the epitome of collaboration digitally.
These combined innovative digital solutions aim to meet the evolving demands of modern urban landscapes, improving the way communities interact with their surroundings. As cities continue to grow and evolve, the potential for data-driven strategies to revolutionise urban living has never been more promising. But it is not without its challenges and as the latest meltdown from Microsoft evidences, we’re one line of code away from cities potentially malfunctioning.
We need to understand smart cities, the technology behind them and what the future hold a whole lot better, so let's chat with someone who will help us do this!
Dr Shadan Dwairi is a Senior BIM and Digital Engineering Consultant at Costain. Prior to becoming a BIM expert, Shadan’s background was in Architectural Engineering covering a variety of projects which included large-scale commercial, educational, residential and hospitality.
Fast forward a little and Shadan obtained a PhD in BIM in 2019. As a BIM expert, she has been working on high-profile projects such as the Houses of Parliament and HS2. Her main role is interfacing with clients and understanding their needs to deliver and implement digital strategies that would work for their organisation and requirements.
If that wasn’t enough, Shadan is also a Senior Lecturer in Architecture and BIM alongside conducting research for many publications. Her area of expertise is in automation and digitisation, digital transformation in addition to smart BIM, helping her to identify gaps in the industry, and support clients in solving them.
List of Topics Covered
- The Evolution and Impact of BIM on the AEC Industry
- Using BIM on large-scale projects
- Digital Transformation and Smart Cities
- The Role of Automation Smart Cities
- Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry
Links
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/builddifferent
Further Links
https://manufacturers.thenbs.com/resources/downloads/bim-construction-product-manufacturers?utm_source=Paid+Search&utm_medium=Google&utm_campaign=BIM+Guide#gad_source=1
https://ddcsolutions.co.uk/bim-for-large-projects/
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As AI continues to revolutionise various sectors, its impact on construction is particularly noteworthy, presenting both significant opportunities and challenges.
One fundamental question that we never seem to get around to talking about is whether AI, as commonly understood, truly exists in practical applications today. We talk a good game, but are we talking about the right game?
And even if we are, we still need to consider how this game is constructed, as any successful deployment of AI is reliant on who is using it and what already exists, the data within construction and its cleanliness and reliability and whether are we truly ready to learn how to apply these tools effectively?
For those who feel they are primed to implement AI solutions right now, it’s important we don’t just go gung-ho here and we carefully consider the practicalities, ethics and pitfalls of doing so, and we’re doing this to solve problems rather than just doing the do!
If you haven’t heard of the paperclip hypothesis, you’re in for a treat! But before we get that all of this, we’re in for a real treat as I introduce our guest today.
James Garner is an accomplished data leader in the construction industry, which all started with his university dissertation on data and digitalisation in the construction sector followed by being elected as a Fellow of RICS for his significant writing contributions to the RICS Black Book technical standards back in 2012.
In 2020, James took up the challenge of becoming Head of Insights and Analytics at Gleeds, an opportunity that allowed him to further his skillset and qualify as a data analyst in 2022, launching the company's data analytics and research capabilities.
Today, James leads Gleeds' Global Data, Insights, and Analytics department, with a focus on business intelligence, project intelligence, data literacy, and data maturity and has been elected as chair of the Project Data Analytics Taskforce as well as being nominated as one of the Top 100 People in Data 2023 by Data IQ.
And if you haven’t already, check out James's weekly newsletter and podcast called ProjectFlux, the link to which is in the show notes.
Topics Covered
- Does AI actually exist?
- Do we have enough ‘clean’ data in construction to use AI effectively?
- Learning to use AI practically (how should we do this)?
- Advice for deploying AI in construction right now
- AI and the paperclip hypothesis
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
https://linktr.ee/projectflux
Further Links
https://theconversation.com/not-everything-we-call-ai-is-actually-artificial-intelligence-heres-what-you-need-to-know-196732
https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2024/06/10/building-safety-changes-slow-down-construction-recovery/
https://aiartists.org/unanswered-questions
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Anand Mecheri is the co-founder and CEO of Invicara, the company behind the industry’s first fully composable digital twin platform, Twinit.
With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience in building ventures involving enterprise software, solutions, and services, with a proven track record of envisioning, bootstrapping, scaling and creating value in start-ups in the smart building space (all acquired by Siemens, where he previously worked at the building technologies division global headquarters in Switzerland for 2 years), Anand is as thought leader on Digital Twin concepts and technologies and I’m delighted to have him here on the podcast.
You're going to be hard-pushed to find someone who can answer the key questions about digital twins, the benefits of utilising this technology and how we can overcome the challenges of knowledge and acceptance which can stifle the successful integration of technology within the industry.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: Twinit's Journey to Pioneering Digital Twin Applications
- Transforming Construction Operations with Digital Twins
- Examples of Work: Twinit's Impact and Empowering Clients and Projects
- The Benefits of Digital Twins Aside from the Actual Build
- The Challenge of Knowledge and Acceptance Levels of Digital Twins
- Navigating the Future of Digital Twins
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Links
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://twinit.com/resources
https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/digital-twin-market-225269522.html#:~:text=The%20global%20digital%20twin%20market,61.3%25%20from%202023%20to%202028.
https://twinit.com/resources/video/empowering-innovation-with-twinit-unleashing-the-potential-of-digital-integration-2-2-2-2-2
https://www.ice.org.uk/news-insight/news-and-blogs/ice-blogs/the-civil-engineer-blog/digital-twins-transforming-construction-industry
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/367536430_Barriers_to_the_Adoption_of_Digital_Twin_in_the_Construction_Industry_A_Literature_Review
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Neeral Shah is the founder and CEO of YardLink, a B2B marketplace digitising the $1TN construction supply chain. As a former investment banker, it took a move into Supply Chain Finance to discover a real issue (or opportunity should I say): A fragmented supply chain and inefficient procurement strategies within construction, with too much resource spent just getting hold of the right equipment and materials.
When Neeral started working at a high-growth tech startup the catalyst to YardLink was his involvement in digital marketplaces and seeing the power of network effects. From this point onwards Neeral knew there was a better (digital) solution to one of the construction industry’s biggest challenges with supply chains. Enter YardLink!
Even though Neeral's primary focus is YardLink and delivering the software that can reduce costs and boost profitability, there is a whole lot more to supply chain management and the benefits that come through the successful implementation of supply chain management technology, so let's take a peek at what these are shall we?
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- YardLinks Impact with Digitisation of the Supply Chain
- The importance away from the supply chain (carbon reduction, local suppliers, better business connections, margin improvements, etc)
- Opportunities to reduce costs and boost profitability
- Advice for the hesitant organisations and initial transformational steps
- What the future holds for YardLink - Staying ahead of the curve
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://justentrepreneurs.co.uk/meet-the-founders-interview-series/meet-neeral-shah-founder-and-ceo-of-yardlink
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1275080/uk-software-spending-industry-construction/
https://yardlink.com/blog/what-is-digital-supply-chain-in-construction
https://yardlink.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/yardlink-the-true-cost-of-the-supply-chain.pdf
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Varun Bhartiya is the Co-Founder, and CEO of nCircle Tech, a company at the forefront of empowering passionate innovators in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing industry, providing disruptive solutions that reduce time to market and exceed business goals.
From Varun's early days blending coding and 3D visualisations along with the integration of AI, Machine Learning, and other groundbreaking technologies, nCircle Tech has collaborated with over 75 software companies and successfully developed over 200 client products.
Varun has been recognised as an inventor, technologist, entrepreneur, and visionary leader in the field of 3D design and visualisation automation for more than 15 years and is now seen as a thought leader and innovator deeply involved with AI, who is driven by his passion for helping companies unlock the transformative potential of AI in the construction industry and how AI can accelerate construction processes to make them better, smarter, and faster.
I can think of no better person to discuss the details of implementing construction technology, best practices, and insights and perhaps dispel a few concerns around the integration of Machine Learning and AI.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: What Does nCircle Look Like Right Now?
- Why it’s important to construction: Insights and Best Practices
- Biggest challenge currently facing: Concerns around Integrating ML and AI
- Examples of work: Collaborations and Client Products
- The people, the data and collaboration: Utilising AL and ML within nCircle Tech
- What the future holds within this sector/tech
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://ncircletech.com/blogs/the-hurdles-of-ai-development-and-implementation-in-the-aec-industry
https://constructible.trimble.com/construction-industry/the-benefits-of-ai-in-construction
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Jose is the Founder and CEO of DiRoots, a Custom Software and BIM consultancy company, with over 15 years of experience in the AEC and manufacturing industries aiming to transform global communities. As an expert in BIM strategies and automation, Jose and his team at DiRoots develop and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity which stems from his genuine passion for researching, exploring, and advancing the BIM automation field.
The vision of DiRoots is to create affordable, intelligent, and innovative digital tools that will help designers, contractors, and manufacturers disrupt and automate traditional workflows.
With over 200 successful custom digital applications under his belt, Jose has won numerous awards and recognitions for his work, crediting this success to his visionary and creative thinking, grounded in teamwork, simplicity, and excellence.
Custom digital software has the ability to transform the construction industry, but only if it's accessible and not siloed in singular organisations across the supply chain. So let's dig into this digitisation and find out how customisation is helping improve projects and streamline processes.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: DiRoots' Evolution as an Industry Leader
- The Role of Custom Software within Construction
- Examples of Work: DiRoots' Impact on Streamlining Processes
- The Outdated Process Challenges We Must Face Head-On
- The Future of ConTech
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.pbctoday.co.uk/news/digital-construction-news/construction-technology-news/the-importance-of-digital-transformation-in-the-construction-industry/117780/#:~:text=Many%20construction%20executives%20believe%20that,a%20challenge%20for%20their%20company.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/377969878_Building_Information_Modeling_BIM_Market_Size_Outlook#:~:text=Abstract,the%20Forecast%20Period%202023%2D2030.
Mentioned in this episode:
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial
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Kristina’s Autodesk journey started out in the construction customer success team, helping hundreds of customers understand how to use cloud technology. Progressing within the organisation Kristina has experience in onsite training and upscaling people on technology, as well as exploring opportunities to minimise costs and reduce risks.
With six years deeply immersed in the construction industry across Europe and the Middle East, and a decade navigating the dynamic SaaS landscapes, Kristina’s diverse background spans many disciplines including; customer success, product marketing, sales, and strategy.
Now, as a Senior Product Marketing Manager for EMEA, Kristina brings this rich blend of experiences and insight to this role.
This is a fascinating chat centred around cloud technology in construction and the innovation and growth in this sector that is to come in the future.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- The Role of Product Marketing in Driving Adoption: Strategies for Success
- Cloud Technology in Construction: Transformation within the Industry
- Customer Success Stories: Driving Value with Autodesk's Array of Construction Products
- Market Trends and Challenges: Sustainability v Tech Energy Consumption
- Future Outlook: Innovation and Growth in Cloud Construction Technology
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/246446/download
https://jessup.edu/blog/engineering-technology/what-is-the-future-of-cloud-computing/
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Andy Steele initially served as a mentor to the founders of Buildots before transitioning to the role of Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). With a career spanning nearly four decades, Andy brings an extensive blend of expertise from both the construction and legal sectors. Prior to joining Buildots, he held the position of Group CEO for a top 40 UK-based construction group involved in various segments such as development, construction, off-site manufacturing and infrastructure.
Andy is also the Chairman of the UK’s largest construction trade federation, focusing on industry-wide improvements and has more recently been involved in integrating construction technology to further advance the sector.
In this episode, we take a look at onsite digital advancements and the impact correctly monitoring projects can have on the build, an organisation AND the industry itself.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: Buildots' Digital Onsite Advancements
- The Importance of Data and Technology For On-Time Project Delivery
- Examples of Work: Buildots' Impact on Large-Scale Projects
- The People, the Data, and Collaboration: What Should We Be Monitoring
- The Challenge of Utilising Big Data
- Navigating the Future of Project Management and Realtime Data
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://buildots.com/blog/moneyball-performance-driven-construction/
https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/big-data-in-construction#infographic
https://www.forconstructionpros.com/business/press-release/21031884/fmi-corp-study-95-of-all-data-captured-goes-unused-in-the-ec-industry
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With over 25 years of experience in the Construction Industry, Roger Bradbury has gone from tea boy to Managing Director of a £30 million construction company. Like most construction businesses, Wren was run with spreadsheets, pen and paper. Not only was record-keeping (timesheets, H&S compliance, etc) a huge burden, but this meant that the whole company had only a backward view of costs and resources. As you can imagine, as Wren was growing; so were Roger’s frustrations.
He realised that the construction industry was flying blind – and decided to fix it and so in 2016, Roger founded Chime Software to solve the daily headaches he was facing at Wren. Over the past 8 years, with huge amounts of hard work, testing, building and more testing, Chime has evolved to be a key Construction software used by tens of thousands of operatives each day and saving construction businesses thousands in hours and budget.
As Roger can happily chat about how Chime has revolutionised Wren Construction (and hundreds of other companies too) for hours - or so we’ve been told. Let’s condense these ‘hours’ into a neat podcast showcasing the transformation that Roger has brought to the industry through site management technology.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: Chime's Journey in Transforming Construction Site Management
- Reducing Delays Through Good Site Management
- Examples of Work: Chime's Successful Impact on Site Efficiency
- Convincing the Trade and Less Tech-Savvy
- Legacy Site Management Software Challenges
- What the Future Holds within this Sector/Tech
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.cornerstoneprojects.co.uk/blog/delays-in-the-construction-industry-our-2022-survey-results-and-how-they-compare-to-2016/
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Kris Lengiesa is the Global Technology Evangelist at Procore Technologies, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to the intersection of construction and technology and playing a pivotal role in Procore’s product strategy. Previously serving as the VP of Global Partnerships & Alliances, Kris oversaw a diverse ecosystem spanning channel, ISV, public, and association partnerships.
His journey began with 15 years in construction, where he embraced technology as an early adopter and now collaborates extensively with industry innovators, tech organisations, and construction companies exploring transformative technologies that promise to revolutionise working processes.
In the ever-evolving landscape of construction technology, Kris stands at the forefront, bridging the gap between innovation and practical implementation. His vision? To empower the industry, one groundbreaking solution at a time.
With all of Kris's knowledge, in this episode, we uncover what it takes to create true digital transformations.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: Procore's Meteoric Rise
- Implementing Technology within Smaller Organisations
- Examples of Work: Procore's Positive Impact on Projects
- Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Collaboration and Decision Making
- Best Practice in Planning for Digital Transformation
- What the Future Holds within this Sector/Tech
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://stockanalysis.com/stocks/pcor/revenue/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertdefrancesco/2023/08/29/procore-powers-ahead-in-digitizing-the-construction-industry/?sh=2cfa4fc43cef
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With 21 years of construction experience in numerous countries including U.A.E, U.K, Australia, India, Sri Lanka and Maldives, Ben Huskisson is a member of the RICS and holds a Bachelor of Science. Currently the Managing Director of Gleeds India since 2010, successfully expanded from 1 office in Bangalore with 20 people to 6 offices across India and with over 300 people today.
Today we’re taking a deep dive into data that elevates performance, productivity and profitability.
This episode was recorded live at Digital Construction Week, ExCeL, London (https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/) where I interviewed some of the best and brightest in the built environment, for a revealing look at innovation and technology.
Topics Covered
- Company and Specialism: Gleeds' Digital Transformation Journey
- Why it’s Important for Construction: Unlocking the Power of Digitalisation
- Examples of Work: Digital Solutions That Drive Project Success
- Building the Right Culture Internally
- The Biggest Challenge Currently Facing: Overcoming Barriers to Digital Adoption
- Navigating the Future of Construction Technology
- Finally, we’re here at Digital Construction Week - Give us your thoughts
Adobe Express 30-day Free Trial: https://prf.hn/l/ZYdd028
Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/decoding-digital-transformation-in-construction
https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/ca/Documents/audit/ca-audit-abm-scotia-high-impact-leadership.pdf
https://assets.ey.com/content/dam/ey-sites/ey-com/en_us/topics/real-estate-hospitality-and-construction/ey-technological-advancements-disrupting-the-global-construction-industry.pdf?download
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In the ever-evolving landscape of construction technology, one innovation stands out as a game-changer: Artificial Intelligence, or AI. Now I could go into the specifics of what is classed as AI, what most class as AI and what platforms are just LLMs (Large Language Models), but I won’t, as the simplification of classing the newest technology that seems to work magic and product something from nothing as Artificial Intelligence works well here in terms of categorisation and a singular point of focus. So let’s not split too many hairs about it here!
For all its promise of reshaping how we design, build, and manage construction projects, the majority of us will not have used it beyond creating minimal, basic content or images that don’t quite cut it, yet. Let’s dive into the episode and explore AI’s transformative potential, challenges, and real-world applications.
Our expert to guide us through this episode is Andrew Knight, Global Leader and Tech Lead at RICS, where he’s been camped out for the past 13 years and prior to his role in leading the AI, data and tech thought leadership and analytics, Andrew managed RICS’ relationship with the finance and investment community working with debt and equity participants, their advisors in law and accountancy, and regulators.
Andrew has also enjoyed a long career in IT starting out by running programs on mainframes using punched cards, and then working through the eras of mini-computers, personal computers, and the internet - and now the world of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain.
In his current role, Andrew is responsible for AI, data, and tech thought leadership and content development, and the adoption of the RICS Data Standard (RDS) that supports valuation, property measurement, life-cycle costing, building performance, brokerage, and due diligence.
Topics Covered
- Integration of AI into Construction Processes
- Challenges/Risks of Implementing AI
- Building Design Innovations
- Predictive Maintenance and Asset Management
- Ethical and Regulatory Considerations
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewknight3/
https://www.rics.org/news-insights/wbef/to-ai-or-not-to-ai-five-trends-in-the-adoption-of-ai-in-construction
https://www.forbes.com/uk/advisor/business/software/uk-artificial-intelligence-ai-statistics-2023/
https://www.maintenanceandengineering.com/2022/04/21/smart-energy-saving-with-artificial-intelligence-ai-the-building-system-management-solution/
https://damassets.autodesk.net/content/dam/autodesk/www/pdfs/ai-infographic-pdf.pdf
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What's better than an event focussing on the built environment?
OK, there may be quite a few things but I’m thinking of an event that focuses on the built environment AND new technology!
Yes, I am of course talking about DCW (Digital Construction Week).
As we are only a few days away from DCW, I’m delighted to get Ollie Hughes back on the podcast. Ollie featured in Episode 15 when discussing tech adoption within the construction industry and now he’s back on to tell us a little bit more about the event he co-founded and grew into one of the leading events for professionals within construction and technology.
Topics Covered
- Where are you up to with 1 week to go until DCW?
- What’s changed from last year?
- What are you looking forward to?
- The best way for people to get involved? (what to do when visiting)
- 2 weeks from now, what will good look like to you?
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.digitalconstructionweek.com/
https://www.builddifferent.marketing/podcast/episode/1f3f78b0/tech-adoption-connecting-the-digital-dots-episode-15-or-ollie-hughes
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The Grenfell Tower fire changed everything, but it was a tragedy that not only shouldn’t have occurred but was completely avoidable. In an industry where tight margins and the utilisation of cheaper alternative products to remain competitive can take president, we look forward to today, tomorrow and thereafter to ensure that the safety and integrity of high-rise residential buildings is the non-negotiable, constant and unwavering focus. Enter the Building Safety Act of 2022 — a comprehensive legislative framework designed to overhaul building safety regulations and accountability measures, although we’ve all heard of it, do we really know what it is, what it means and how it will impact the industry?
From understanding the Act's core principles to navigating implementation hurdles, it’s an important topic that will affect us all, whether you're a building owner, a construction industry professional, or a resident. I must admit, I don’t know it as well as I should, so we need to chat with someone to help us unpack the complexities, opportunities, and challenges of this landmark legislation.
With an ethos and positive approach to collaborative working Lorna Hagan founded ConstructTuition in 2021, providing practical skills training and advice on Quality in the Construction Industry.
Lorna’s background in Civil Engineering brings with it 18 years of experience in site engineering and quality management systems, being a certified ISO9001 Lead auditor, and with previous work as Head of Quality, Lorna has managed an annual turnover portfolio of Civil Engineering Projects worth over £200 million.
Systematic, practical and logical in her approach, Lorna is primed to give us the lowdown on the Building Safety Act.
Topics Covered
- Overview of the Building Safety Act
- Key Provisions and Responsibilities
- Implications for Construction Industry Professionals
- Challenges and Implementation Hurdles
- Role of Technology in Building Safety Compliance
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorna-hagan-cqp-7457483a/
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2022/30/contents/enacted
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/62f3c722e90e076cfa481c31/Building_Safety_Data_Release_July_2022.pdf
https://www.thefpa.co.uk/news/hse-high-rise-residents-research-shows-fire-safety-knowledge-gaps
https://www.thenbs.com/about-nbs/press-releases/nearly-half-of-construction-professionals-%E2%80%98unsure-of-building-safety-laws
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There is always a healthy debate around events and exhibitions in terms of cost vs return, especially within construction where one order can make an event lucrative, but on the flipside, a poor exhibition can leave a large dent the marketing budget and a sour taste in the CFOs mouth.
Done right, exhibitions can serve as powerful platforms for networking, brand exposure, and knowledge sharing. These opportunities not only facilitate connections with industry peers and potential clients but also offer a stage to showcase innovative solutions and stay abreast of emerging trends.
However, harnessing the full potential of these events requires more than just showing up—it demands strategic planning, thoughtful budget allocation, and meticulous execution. No wonder navigating the intricacies of event management and budgeting can be daunting.
As we’ve mentioned, the financial investment associated with these events alone necessitates a keen focus on maximising impact while minimising the additional costs that can soon make an estimated budget look like pocket change compared to the overall cost.
Additional elements such as marketing materials, travel expenses, and staff resources as well as exhibition space and stand design and builds need to translate into tangible returns, whether in the form of leads generated, partnerships, or brand recognition (side note - make sure you quantify what a good return looks like before investing a penny as it doesn’t always mean leads)!
The challenge of optimising event budgets and quantifying their impact is one that resonates with most who have been put in charge of project managing the whole thing. It's a tricky conundrum that requires careful consideration of various factors, from selecting the right events to attend to crafting compelling messaging and experiences that resonate with your target audience.
So, how can we ensure that we're making the most of our event budgets? How can we stand out in a crowded marketplace and leave a lasting impression, reach our goals and exceed all expectations?
These are the questions we'll explore in today's episode where we'll delve into four actionable tactics designed to help you maximise your budget and amplify your impact at events.
Let's dive in and uncover the secrets to unlocking the full potential of your event budget.
Topics Covered
- Map out your calendar of construction industry events
- Elevating your expertise
- Planning for deeper engagement
- Extending your reach
- Strength in numbers
- The end of the event ISN’T the end of the event
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.builddifferent.marketing/post/4-ways-to-maximise-your-budget-and-impact-at-construction-events
https://www.builddifferent.marketing/post/2-wenty-ways-to-collaborate-that-benefit-you-and-the-rest-of-the-construction-industry
https://www.builddifferent.marketing/podcast/episode/1fabcb3b/collaborative-working-in-construction-episode-28-or-peter-sumpton
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I spent last year covering some of the best (and not so best) events and exhibitions within the UK Construction space - You can find my reviews on my YouTube channel (link in the show notes as ever). So this year, instead of creating the reviews, I thought I’d try my hand at previewing - First up, UK Construction Week.
For anyone who doesn't know what UKCW is all about, it’s the biggest exhibition within the UK construction space in the UK - a hub of innovation, collaboration, and industry insights as well as event sponsors and paying exhibitors gaining great exposure from being part of it. With thousands of exhibitors, seminars, and networking opportunities, it's a great platform for staying ahead of the curve in our ever-evolving field.
So, why are we dedicating an entire episode to previewing UKCW 2024? Well, there's a lot to cover. From the latest technologies shaping the future of construction to initiatives and legislations driving change within the industry. Need to knows, must knows, who knows!
Well hopefully we all do after this episode.
From the seminars not to be missed to exhibitors that are worth a visit, I’ll be giving you an unbiased run-through of UK Construction Week 2024… That’s enough introing, time to get stuck into the details.
Topics Covered
- What's new for UKCW 24
- Exhibitors not to be missed
- Seminar and talks selection
- Who’s worth listening to?
- Product demos
- A few unknowns to think about
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.ukconstructionweek.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi0WMMtVLdtX4sZ4Eu6vaQw
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In 1991 Terminator 2: Judgment day was released, the eagerly anticipated sequel to the first film. On its release, we were all treated to the latest in CGI technology, cyborgs and other robots n’shit. Over 30 years later, we still hear murmurings that the robots are going to kill us all and that one day AI will become smarter than us and destroy the modern world.
And that’s where we’ll pause these yet-to-be-realised predictions and focus on the now and possibly the most advanced piece of kit we’ve ever featured on Construction Disrupted – Exoskeleton technology and while innovations like this may not be picking up any Academy Awards real soon, they are helping to transform the way we work and what is and might be possible in the future.
But I’m not here to tell these tales, we need an expert in this field who can write the script and deliver a best seller.
Meghan Kennelly, the Head of Global Marketing at German Bionic, a European robotics company, is a B2B Marketing expert with an innate passion for cutting-edge technology.
Meghan’s visionary leadership has led to German Bionic gaining international recognition and numerous awards for its portfolio of smart power suits and wearable technologies which includes connected exoskeletons driven by self-learning and artificial intelligence.
Topics Covered
- The specifics behind exoskeleton technology
- Is this a skills shortage saviour?
- How exoskeletons can help reduce injuries in the workplace
- Ergonomic data reshaping workplace safety
- Is there an ROI for everyone?
- AI tech and how this impacts future markets
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://empathyfirm.com/Meghan-Kennelly/
https://www.firstmats.co.uk/blogs/facts-and-statistics/construction-industry-safety-statistics-executive-summary#:~:text=10.-,Around%202.6%20Million%20Working%20Days%20Lost%20Annually,%2Drelated%20illness%20(80%25).
https://www.nesfircroft.com/resources/blog/how-can-we-solve-the-construction-industry-skills-shortage-in-the-uk-/#:~:text=The%20recession%20expected%20in%202023,output%20in%202023%20and%20beyond.
https://amtrustfinancial.com/blog/loss-control/exoskeleton-and-exosuits-in-the-workplace
https://costcharts.com/exoskeleton/
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Today's episode promises to be an eye-opener as we explore the often-overlooked synergy between sales and marketing two-bed fellows cut from the same cloth but at different ends of the table…. usually.
In an industry where precision and collaboration are paramount, the integration of sales and marketing functions holds the potential to be a game-changer. Yet, despite their inherent alignment towards common goals, these two pillars of business strategy often operate in silos within construction, missing out on the powerful impact they could achieve together.
Think about it: marketing lays the groundwork, crafting compelling narratives, and creating brand visibility, opening doors, while sales is on the front line, nurturing relationships and closing deals. When these forces unite seamlessly, the result is a formidable alliance that not only drives revenue but also fosters long-term growth and sustainability.
So why does this powerful combination remain elusive to many, especially within the construction industry? How can we reduce the possibility of failure and look to almost certain success?
Throughout this episode, we'll walk through the answers to these questions, exploring the nuances of sales-marketing integration within the unique landscape of construction. From cultural shifts to technological innovations, we'll examine the factors shaping this paradigm and uncover actionable insights that can empower us to succeed in today's competitive marketplace. But who is our guiding light here?
Andy Hamer is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Gorilla Team Associates, specialising in fractional sales and marketing for B2B tech firms and startups, spanning hardware, networking, services, and SaaS, shaping innovative go-to-market strategies, addressing the needs of emerging startups and global corporations.
Throughout an expansive 40-year career, Andy has secured esteemed senior management and board positions in renowned firms, including Marconi, Strategic Analytics, Equant, Informa, Wongs Electronics, and Bentley Systems.
More recently, he’s delved into Architecture, Engineering and Construction, working at senior and board levels at institutions like Codebook, XYZ Reality, and Archdesk.
Andy has a BA (Hons) in Marketing Engineering, is a certified BIM Information Manager and authored a book on structured data management in BIM as well be achieving the status; Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM).
Topics Covered
- Getting market-ready
- The terminology trap
- How can we reduce the chance of failure?
- Why it should always be sales AND marketing
- #1 myth in marketing (I’ll let you decide this one)
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.pbctoday.co.uk/news/planning-construction-news/5919-construction-companies-in-the-uk-close-to-failure/134221/
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/inbound-marketing-glossary-list
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It’s easy, as humans, to focus on the end goal, what we set out to achieve and whether we’ve achieved this or fallen short. It’s the same in construction, be it remedial works or a new build there is always an end goal in mind.
It’s easy to forget the peripheral, the support functions, the necessary ones that will help achieve this end goal but will not be around to share in the glory. Take temporary works, for example, a critical lynchpin in any construction project and one that keeps us all safe and supported in the right areas at the right time.
But how safe and supported will we be going forward with more manual and traditional methods of design and implementation still being used? We’re about to find out.
Ste Baldwin has worked in the world of marketing for over 15 years including Education, Recruitment, Accountancy, Wholesale and Construction and Engineering, 6 of which have been as Head of Marketing and Comms within the Temporary Works sector of the construction industry prior to transferring to his current role as Category Marketing Manager - Below Ground at Mabey Hire he has spent the last 6 years within the engineering and service excellence space of temporary works.
Topics Covered
- Traditional methods of temporary works project design.
- Introducing to EVE.
- Is it worth a client's investment vs traditional methods?
- Transition from on-screen to on-site.
- Using VR.
- Future of technology within the temporary works industry.
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Website: https://www.builddifferent.marketing/
Further Links
https://www.mabeyhire.co.uk/technical-hub
https://www.mabeyhire.co.uk/about-us/eve
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