EPISODE 427: Digital twin has become a buzzword–but what does it really mean?

In this episode, my co-host, Tannis Liviniuk, and I sit down with Dylan Underhill, a BIM and VDC consultant at Trillium Advisory Group, to break down the concept of digital twins.

Today, we’ll explore how digital twins function more as a workflow and methodology, the best strategies in building a digital twin, and the challenges of bridging the generational gap in construction–especially when it comes to adopting new technology.

Plus, we cover common myths around digital twinning, the impact of AI, and more.

Ready to see how digital twins can transform your next construction project?

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Dylan Underhill‘s journey into construction (02:31)

The link between video gaming and a career in construction (05:55)

Key people who shaped Dylan’s career (08:43)

The unconventional career opportunities in construction (11:22)

Connecting BIM and VDC to the built word (15:02)

What is a digital twin? (24:23)

How to make a digital twin process work (29:38)

Digital twin in construction and asset management (34:26)

Who benefits the most from digital twin (38:44)

Challenges of implementing digital twinning (43:41)

Impact of AI on digital twinning (46:05)

Digital twin myths debunked (49:01)

Construction technology news of the week (50:56)

Additional Resources:

Listen to the show at: https://thecontechcrew.com

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecontechcrew

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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanunderhill/

Visit Trillium Advisory Group for more information: https://www.trilliumgroup.io/

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See this week’s news articles! 🗞️⬇️

➡️Construction Tech Providers May Be Overlooking Their Most Important Users

https://www.geoweeknews.com/blogs/construction-technology-ai-artificial-intelligence-workers-bluebeam

➡️AI and ROI: An Either/Or Scenario?

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-roi-eitheror-scenario-robert-ioanna-w7gge/

➡️2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey: Living and working with purpose in a transforming world

https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/at/Documents/presse/at-deloitte-global-gen-z-millennial-survey-gesamte-studie.pdf

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EPISODE 426: Research shows that 13% of a construction professional’s workday is spent looking for information that they need to do their jobs. Let that sink in. But is technology alone the answer to this crisis?

In this week’s special episode, live from The ECC Future Leaders Conference, I’m joined by industry experts Tannis Liviniuk and Nathan Wood to discuss the ongoing challenges in construction communication and collaboration.

We’ll dive into how construction teams are often bogged down by using too many platforms, leading to inefficiencies and data loss.

We also tackle the importance of culture and process alignment, why owners need to understand their tech stack, the most impactful technologies to date, and more.

Don’t miss out–tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Project collaboration and communication defined (02:09)

Challenges of using multiple communication systems (07:10)

Most impactful and widely-adopted tech to date (14:39)

How to fix communication and collaboration issues (17:47)

Addressing labor shortages in construction (19:43)

Why owners and leaders need to understand their tech stack (27:40)

The future of contracts (33:38)

Importance of flexible tech ecosystems (39:55)

Standardization in construction tech (44:29)

Episode wrap-up (50:12)

Additional Resources:

Listen to the show at: https://thecontechcrew.com

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecontechcrew

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Follow Tannis Liviniuk on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannisliviniuk/

Follow Nathan Wood on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanaec/

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EPISODE 425: Whether it’s misplaced cards or redundant training, managing construction credentials can feel like a full-time job–but not anymore with BuilderFax.

In this week’s episode, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Christi Pilutik, CEO of BuilderFax, to talk about her mission to change how craft workers manage their credentials and career growth.

With a solid background in HR and construction consulting, Christi shares her insights on the current state of the industry’s workforce and how BuilderFax, an all-in-one credential management platform, provides career growth solutions to the industry.

If you’re looking to learn how to improve craft workers’ experience and help them take control of their careers, this episode is a must-listen.

Let’s get started!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Christi Pilutik’s construction journey (01:30)

How BuilderFax is transforming construction (05:36)

Career development made easier (11:40)

How BuilderFax verifies user profiles and credentials (14:59)

Standardizing credentialing across the industry (22:08)

Professionalizing construction careers (25:08)

Improving construction safety using BuilderFax (33:59)

Keep up with Christi and BuilderFax (37:52)

Construction technology news of the week (39:28)

Additional Resources:

Listen to the show at: https://thecontechcrew.com

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecontechcrew

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Follow Christi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christipilutik/

Visit BuilderFax for more information: https://builderfax.com/

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See this week’s news articles! 🗞️⬇️

➡️Integrated Data Ecosystems Could Transform the Construction Industry

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2024/08/16/integrated-data-ecosystems-could-transform-the-construction-industry/

➡️National Public Data Admits Hackers Stole Social Security Numbers in Massive Breach Reportedly Affecting Nearly All Americans

https://nypost.com/2024/08/19/business/national-public-data-admits-hackers-stole-social-security-numbers/

➡️Why the Construction Industry Must Climb Out of Its Productivity Rut—and Why it Hasn’t Yet.

https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/delivering-on-construction-productivity-is-no-longer-optional

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