Developing strong and collaborative relationships between construction specialty contractors and building owners is crucial for successful project outcomes. Effective communication, mutual understanding, and a shared vision are key ingredients for fostering these relationships. In this presentation, we will explore strategies and best practices that specialty contractors can employ to build better relationships with building owners. By implementing these approaches, contractors can enhance client satisfaction, improve project efficiency, and secure repeat business opportunities. Join us as we delve into practical insights and actionable steps to strengthen the foundation of collaboration in the construction industry.

VINCI Construction aims for data reliability and security along with enhancing team productivity. VINCI developed an Autodesk Platform Services-powered hub that connects Autodesk tools within a unified and ergonomic web environment. VINCI is still accelerating the harnessing of Autodesk technologies to supply customized tools for internal needs and strategy. First, we will present the new Autodesk Platform Services integration that enables automation using Autodesk Platform Services along with open-source technologies, a perfect combination to achieve VINCI's inclusive digital transformation. Additionally, we will give insights into how these technologies simplify building information modeling (BIM) integration at various organizational levels, fostering on-site collaboration and cross-organizational efficiency. Then, we will present the project ROI and discuss its role in overcoming industry fragmentation and lack of productivity. Finally, we will showcase our data-harnessing approach through our internal hub using Autodesk technologies and cloud platforms.

Location—where work happens—is critical for designing, constructing, and managing assets in the built world. This includes locating assets on the ground, defining logical locations for specific work, and locating the definitive digital record expressing the asset. Arcadis, Esri, and Autodesk have been collaborating on techniques to simplify and standardize these concepts, with practical results. This study will help building information modeling (BIM) professionals use shared coordinates between Civil 3D files and Revit software, use Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) 4x3 properties to define IFC locations, and share these locations with geographic information system (GIS) professionals and stakeholders. We'll examine a practical example from a light rail BlueSky project that includes Civil 3D, Revit, and IFC files for ground, alignment, rail, and architectural elements.

Get the latest updates on Autodesk Platform Services (APS), the foundation of Autodesk's Design and Make Platform. See how you can leverage the power of Autodesk APIs and services to build innovative new solutions. Be inspired by companies who have used these tools to boost productivity, reduce costs, and automate workflows. Break down siloes and unlock more value from your Design and Make Data. Whether you are a developer or business innovator this session is for you.

Recent news of artificial intelligence (AI) advances have us all wondering how our professions will change. Committed to driving future-ready innovation, WSP Digital Solutions engaged with Autodesk Research to explore the potential of AI-assisted automated structural design after seeing a prototype at Autodesk University 2019. In this class, you'll see how we worked together to understand the technology's promise and how to use it effectively. We'll describe the possible benefits we identified, from more-meaningful, agile engagements with architects in early design phases through assistive technology that automates away tedious tasks and helps explore more options ("rapid optioneering"), to surfacing sustainability trade-offs when most impactful decisions can be made. We'll also address the fears around this digital transformation. Finally, we will share how our unique collaboration came to be, and how you too can engage with Autodesk to prepare for and shape the future of work and the world of tomorrow.

At AECOM we're embracing automation, and we're doing so at SCALE! This session will dive deep into the detail of how we set up our global "Automation Factory,” an internal program that will create dozens of automation tools to be used across the whole of our global business. This will include how to identify what opportunities to pursue versus which to pass on, how to create tools that are usable by the masses instead of the few, and what tools, technologies, and partners you need to help make these efforts a success. If you're creating tools, leading digital transformation efforts, or if you just want to know more about how to automate successfully at scale, this class is for you.

What are the challenges and the realities of design for sustainability in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry? Is the core question measuring and reducing carbon footprint, or is there more? What can be done right now, and what is a stretch today? Are partners and customers driving change, or are government regulations driving change? Ron Locklin of Autodesk will moderate this panel, which will include Symetri, one of Autodesk's largest global partners, as well as several customers that are leaders in this space

Traditional estimation methods for new build and renovation projects involve hours manually measuring the physical space. If you're lucky, the 2D drawing or a 3D "model fairy” has blessed you with somewhat accurate drawings at best. But, in most situations, we don't hold our breath. Brandt recognized they could divert time spent on multiple site visits to other critical project needs by bringing reality capture to their estimation process. With one Matterport scan, Brandt built a great foundation of project information using the digital twin to collect, document, and record spaces for quick reference to create long-term value for their clients. Learn how Brandt built remote estimation into their projects, saving time and money by reallocating resources to more critical tasks, all while minimizing disruption within their estimating team. The result for Brandt was the same. Accurate and reliable estimates, but in less time without the overhead costs involving multiple site visits.

Engagement with building designers indicates high levels of enthusiasm for using Revit software at different stages to analyze carbon emissions, from concept to detailed design. However, challenges remain in defining modeling practices that facilitate fast and accurate analysis. One solution to this is the Revit Energy Analytical Model, which allows us to analyze carbon while we design our buildings. While the Revit Energy Analytical Model is an intelligent method to transform architectural models into analytical information, the setup and model view can be unintuitive, and can be impacted by modeling practices. Join Autodesk and FenestraPro to learn about workflows and tools that simplify this process, and hear how they worked together to resolve many of these challenges. FenestraPro, a leading Autodesk Partner, has engaged with designers globally and developed tools that provide intuitive pathways for facade design in Revit software, empowering designers to understand carbon emissions throughout the design process.

Are you struggling with multiple tools’ data silos in your construction projects? Do you find it challenging to foster collaboration among multidisciplinary teams? Are you looking for ways to optimize project performance and reduce risks? On average, construction project teams use between 5 to 15 different software systems, each operating in its own data silo. This fragmentation results in significant inefficiencies, extending project durations by up to 37% and contributing to more than $88 billion in annual rework costs. This session will provide answers by showcasing examples of how the AEC Data Model API has been successfully used to address these challenges. Whether you’re a business leader, virtual design and construction (VDC) manager, project manager, or technologist, you’ll gain valuable insights into the transformative power of the AEC Data Model API in driving collaboration, efficiency, and innovation in construction projects.

Learn about our holistic approach of deploying Autodesk Platform Services throughout a global engineering business, ensuring we have the right tools for the right tasks! We are transforming our organization, significantly increasing Autodesk Platform Services adoption through a multifaceted and targeted approach of solution development. We’ll explore our comprehensive Autodesk Platform Services strategy, which includes building user-friendly tools native to engineers, training programs, detailed documentation, and cohesive guidance. Learn about a diversified strategy of deploying Autodesk Platform Services solutions through Revit and Civil 3D add-ins, stand-alone web tools, a custom Dynamo library, and integrated workflows—all of which are empowering our engineers in various user groups. Understand each environment’s challenges and learn about tailoring tools to streamline workflows for efficiency and quality gains. We’ll also explore how we’re using artificial intelligence (AI) on top of our web-based Autodesk Platform Services applications, enabling innovative use of data for outcome-based design.

This class will explore the transformative potential of no-code and low-code platforms, demonstrating various no-code/low-code technologies related to Autodesk products. We’ll showcase practical examples using Data Exchange from Autodesk products like Revit and Civil 3D, as well as Tekla. Additionally, we’ll demonstrate how to use the Power BI Connector to visualize and analyze data, providing deeper insights and more-informed decision making. We’ll also demonstrate how to connect everything with a web app built in a low-code environment. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of how these tools can be integrated into your workflows to drive innovation and productivity. Furthermore, we will also take a brief look at how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your applications. This will include a quick overview of how AI can automate tasks and provide predictive insights, giving you a glimpse into the future of AI-driven workflows.

Parsons, Autodesk, and Esri partnered to solve a massive challenge: how to organize, index, and expose hundreds of infrastructure projects—encompassing hundreds of thousands of CAD and BIM files—in a single, searchable, map-centered interface. This session will present a real-world case study of how the Parsons, Esri, and Autodesk Consulting teams used ArcGIS GeoBIM and Autodesk Platform Services to create an automated and scalable application that connects project locations with associated design documents, enabling users to search, view, and explore design data spatially. Learn how this solution streamlined access to critical files, broke down data silos, and unlocked new efficiencies across Parsons’ enterprise. Whether you're facing legacy data sprawl or planning your own GIS-BIM integration, this session will offer valuable insights and lessons learned.

BIM is no longer just for design—and “Digital Prototyping” is more than a buzzword. Digital Prototypings are the connective tissue of a new AECO era where every stage—from early design models to long-term operations—runs on actionable integrated data. In this future-trends theater talk, we’ll explore how BIM and Digital Prototypings are evolving from static handover artifacts to dynamic intelligent systems that extend the life and value of buildings long after construction. Drawing from macro technological, economic, and workplace trends—including recent federal mandates and technological advancements—we’ll examine how artificial intelligence (AI), occupancy behavior, and experiential design are converging to reshape how the built environment is created, constructed, and continuously optimized.

Sabesp is the largest sanitation company in the Americas and one of the largest in the world. It is responsible for water supply and sewage collection in 375 municipalities, serving 28+ million people. The company's large numbers are accompanied by complex challenges. This presentation will explore the experience of an ambitious corporate building information modeling (BIM) implementation program, in its first wave of implementation. This implementation has as one of its main objectives the development of and access to asset information with a focus on commissioning. The program is in its second year of implementation, and you'll be able to check the advances obtained in themes that include: development of libraries and templates, development of unified processes for the use of a common data environment [Autodesk Forma, Forma Data Management, and Autodesk Platform Services (formerly Forge)], GeoBIM integration (Autodesk and Esri/GE SmallWorld), and BIM and ERP (SAP) integration. The entire technology base used in this implementation is supported by Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection from Autodesk.

Tired of being snowed under with endless paperwork and repetitive tasks? Autodesk Forma Connect automation is here to simplify your life and streamline your processes! With its robust document tracking system, you can wave goodbye to the frustration of misplaced documents and lost time. And the best part? The automated workflows mean you can sit back and relax while the automation takes care of business! But that's not all—Autodesk Forma Workflow automation also offers Power BI dashboards for a visual representation of your workflows and deliverables. With an end-to-end system, you can be confident that every step of the process is completed on schedule. So why waste any more time on tedious tasks? Take action—join this Autodesk University class and learn new skills!

Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is focusing on improving and enhancing its project delivery and construction processes to enable a collaborative and team-oriented contract for construction. To handle risk more effectively, INDOT is placing a greater emphasis on schedule data in the contract and throughout contracts. INDOT has started a three-year pilot using Autodesk Forma to manage the highest-risk contracts. Autodesk Forma will provide our construction teams with the collaborative environment to proactively handle risk to deliver our program on time and budget. This presentation will examine some of the major projects within INDOT's program, including the I-69 Finish Line corridor at nearly $2 billion in total work. We will show examples with Autodesk Forma to demonstrate how a cross-functional team can deliver the highest-risk projects with great success.

Whether its preconstruction, design, or construction, the process of manually creating projects can be time consuming and prone to errors. There are many moving parts, stakeholders, and tasks that need to be coordinated and executed seamlessly to deliver a successful construction project. With Autodesk Forma, these manual workflows can be a thing of the past. Barton Malow has implemented streamlined automations and integrations between Autodesk Forma, SAP, and other software to truly get the most out of its data. Through automations and the collaborative partnership with Autodesk, we can consistently drive standardization across our project teams, enabling us to capture as much data as possible, avoid hours of rework, and optimize our business for the future. Learn how Barton Malow is investing in Autodesk Forma to help project teams become more technology-enabled to make better business decisions.

Finding a suitable cost management tool that works for the construction industry is not an easy task, especially in Southeast Asia. Most tools are either too complicated, not user friendly, or simply not suitable for us in Gamuda. Getting the right tool within a good ecosystem is even more rare. Somehow, Autodesk has done it right again—with the release of the Autodesk Forma Cost Management API. Cost Management is simple to start with, flexible, and has good APIs for extending its capabilities. This session will be a journey from spreadsheets to building tech in cost management for Gamuda.