Peggy Smedley and Tony Yang, professor of structural engineering at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, talk about structural and earthquake engineering. He shares a little bit about himself and his research to ensure infrastructure can be built faster, have higher performance, and is more environmentally friendly. They also discuss:  The types of advances we have made with structural simulation and testing. How AI (artificial intelligence) is coming into play. Concerns surrounding the use of AI.  &nbsp; IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, construction, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Tony Yang, University of British Columbia Vancouver, This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

AI and Structural Engineering

Peggy shares a cautionary tale and gives advice on how to best position our companies for the future of work. She says we can no longer do things the way we have always done them—we must consider new processes and innovations. She also discusses:  If industrial manufacturing is up or down. The steps we need to take to be proactive. The challenge companies face after having let their best people go.  &nbsp; (5/14/24 - 871) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

A Cautionary Tale

Peggy Smedley and Sandra Benson, vice president – industry strategy, Procore, talk about the importance of predictability and how construction has evolved. She says her path wasn’t straight and explains her journey from engineer to a leader in construction. They also discuss:  How to help the next generation understand that it is okay not to know. If we are focused on business outcomes as much as we should. Sandra’s 3-5 challenges in the construction industry.  &nbsp; (5/21/24 - 872) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sandra Benson, Procore This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

The Importance of Predictability

Peggy Smedley and Jason Zhang, associate professor of construction management technology, founder and director of Automation and Intelligent Construction Lab, Purdue University, talk about BIM (building information modeling) and interoperability. He says the objective should be to create an integrated model—one model to support information needs throughout the lifecycle of the project. They also discuss:  Who owns the BIM model. How it relates to digital twin and construction automation with robotics automation. How to make use of large language models.  &nbsp; (5/21/24 - 872) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, construction, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jason Zhang, Purdue University This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

BIM, Interoperability, and Automation

Peggy examines the economic impact of investment on our infrastructure, families, business productivity, and overall GDP. She highlights numbers from a recent report that illustrate the ultimate impact. She also discusses:  A scenario in the next 10-20 years where federal spending levels remain in place. A scenario in the next 10-20 years where federal infrastructure investment returns to pre-IIJA (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act) levels. How industries such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, utilities, agriculture, and more are all impacted by infrastructure deficiencies.  &nbsp; (5/21/24 - 872) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, construction, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Economic Impact of Infrastructure Investment

Peggy Smedley and Troy Teepe, vice president of safety, Charles Taylor, talk about why a safety-first culture is so important on the jobsite. He says we have more than 23,000 on the job injuries every single day in the United States and employers are paying $1 billion a week in workers compensation claims—and ultimately safety is good business. They also discuss:  New emerging trends shaping worksite safety practices. How managers can create a safe environment. How to meet regulations.  &nbsp; (5/28/24 - 873) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Troy Teepe, Charles Taylor This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

A Safety-First Culture

Peggy Smedley and Sanjeev Pannala, senior researcher, NREL, and adjunct faculty at Washington State University, talk about research and the rapid transformation that is happening in the electric distribution sector. He says he says been working on diverse topics and how technology factors in. They also discuss:  Who will be the beneficiary of all this resilient and sustainable power. Operational forecasting of power and leveraging machine learning. How to derisk the critical energy infrastructure.  &nbsp; (5/28/24 - 873) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sanjeev Pannala, Washington State University &nbsp;

Electric Distribution Transformation

Peggy Smedley takes a closer look at the sustainability and energy concerns that are currently driving the global smart building market. She shares her thoughts on where we have been, where we are today, and where we are headed with the smart building market. She also discusses:  A historical look at the development of programmable logic controllers and the evolution of smart buildings. Predictions for the estimated market value of industrial smart building deployments in the future. Some of the challenges that still persist.  &nbsp; (5/28/24 - 873) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Smart Buildings Ahead

Peggy Smedley and Julien Moutte, CTO, Bentley Systems, talk about how generative AI (artificial intelligence) has evolved, specifically in construction and infrastructure. He says AI has been here for quite some time, but there was a tipping point recently and the technology has exploded in the last two years. They also discuss:  The value of data and digital twins and the opportunities that exist for generative AI in construction. Examples of new technology on the jobsite that are creating a new flow of data from the field. How the industry can best prepare to use the technology.  &nbsp;  (6/4/24 - 874) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Julien Moutte, Bentley Systems This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Gen AI in Construction and Infrastructure

Peggy Smedley talks about the skills gap and looks at some of the top technology trends. She says resignations among healthcare workers have increased steadily, citing the most recent statistics compared to 2020. She also discusses:  The impact of a skills gap on industries. The solution—or, better yet, solutions—to the skills gap. How AI (artificial intelligence) and digital transformation can help in healthcare.  &nbsp; (6/4/24 - 874) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

AI and Structural Engineering

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