The agenda for our summit is designed to extend the dialogue initiated in our most recent A.I. report, providing a dynamic platform that explores, discusses, and dissects the transformative impact of A.I. and digital tools in construction.
As digital tools increasingly enter construction, industry leaders are exploring the intersection of advanced technologies and traditional practices. This keynote session explores key takeaways from a groundbreaking research report by Placer Solutions that addresses the current state of digital adoption in construction and charts how the industry is positioned to take advantage of the latest advancements in A.I. technologies.
Placer Solutions' industry research reveals a steady increase in the number of top U.S. builders with Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) departments since 2020, with up to one-third now having dedicated staff. In this session, leading builders will explore the rise of these departments and their pivotal role in modernizing construction processes.
Bentley Infrastructure Cloud streamlines project execution and asset management through key applications like ProjectWise, SYNCHRO, and AssetWise. This session explores how it enhances digital deliverables, enabling 4D and optioneering simulations, documenting as-built progress, and providing comprehensive asset lifecycle information that enables digital twin outcomes.
Egnyte is an A.I.-powered document management platform, built for the AEC industry. In this session, Egnyte will detail three key considerations when utilizing A.I. to ensure the accuracy of results while safeguarding and organizing company and client data.
With preconstruction activities like cost estimation, design and coordination being among the industry's largest overhead costs, there is a growing focus on leveraging A.I. and digital tools for improvement. In this session, industry leaders will explore how these technologies are transforming preconstruction processes and setting the foundation for successful project execution.
Augmenta is revolutionizing building design with automation and generative design. The A.I.-powered Augmenta Construction Platform (ACP) helps electrical contracting firms cut modeling time by up to 90 percent. This session provides an overview and demo of ACP, in addition to insights from one of Augmenta’s Co-Founders about its future and the related transformative impacts.
ConstructN is an automated construction monitoring solution that leverages A.I. and computer vision for enhanced efficiency. This session will showcase the future of construction monitoring with live demos of the Reality Intelligence Platform, featuring 3D site tracking and comprehensive project insights, followed by an interactive Q&A session.
Inertia is a project management platform centered on object-based operations, designed to streamline field workflows and deliver real-time updates, track productivity, and capture essential data. This session will explore Inertia's proprietary Intelligent Construction Drawings (ICD), which structure data in a way that enhances A.I. systems to offer proactive and predictive insights for an improved field experience.
OpenSpace is the global leader in reality capture and A.I.-powered analytics for builders, providing an image-first approach to documenting and managing jobsites. This session will provide insight into how A.I. and reality capture bring project and field teams together for a more unified and efficient approach to building.
Digital solutions, such as construction management software and building information models, are increasingly used to verify installations, track project completion, and improve overall project documentation. In this session, learn how top builders are adopting A.I. and digital tools to streamline project processes and enhance day-to-day field operations.
Propeller delivers smart survey solutions that empower project teams to measure and manage their reality from a single map. This session covers the future of drones on the worksite and the role cloud-based 3D visualization tools play in accelerating the digital transformation of GIS, survey, and machine tracking technologies.
Joist AI is a content enablement platform specifically designed for the AEC industry, leveraging A.I. to automate marketing and business development workflows. In this session, participants will hear directly from fellow general contractor, McCarthy Building Companies, about the strategies and tools being used to maximize opportunities and team efficiency during the pursuit phase of a project.
Arkio is a collaborative spatial design tool that enables designers to sketch buildings, urban plans and interiors together using VR, PCs and mobile devices. This session Hilmar and Johan will show how AEC professionals are using Arkio to load models to mixed reality and work with them like physical models.
Hypar is a cloud application delivering commercial and bespoke solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction. This session will explore some of Hypar’s commercially available and bespoke applications, highlighting the ways construction methods and equipment specification can inform building decisions as early as conceptual design.
Placer Solutions' industry research identified twelve key areas where improved digital processes can enhance project outcomes, many of which present new business opportunities involving the owner. In this session, industry leaders will share insights into how digitization throughout the project lifecycle can benefit owners at handover and beyond.
Microsoft 365 Copilot is an A.I. tool designed for smart assistance in Word document creation, Teams meeting analysis, and PowerPoint presentations for the Microsoft 365 productivity suite. This session provides a hands on tour of the product, guided by Microsoft's Senior AEC Strategist and Principal Data & A.I. Technology Specialist.
Procore is the global construction management platform connecting every process and stakeholder. This session focuses on the transformative impact of A.I. and the role of data maturity. Discover how A.I.-powered solutions are impacting construction, learn about current applications and future possibilities to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape.
Placer Solutions' research highlighted a direct connection between the digitization efforts of the past decade and the emerging frontier of A.I., which is now transforming the management and execution of construction projects around the globe. In this session, leading technologists and investors will discuss the current status and future opportunities of A.I. in construction.
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