Imagine walking a design site before it’s ever built, with grading, buildings, and utilities unfolding around you in full context. Immersive Digital Workplaces make that possible, turning project models into shared experiences that improve communication and bring teams into alignment before construction begins. In this fast-paced, high-level session, three voices from civil design, immersive technology, and construction will share insights from the field. Rather than a technical deep dive, this session offers a big-picture look at how immersive Digital Workplaces are bridging disciplines, reducing errors, and clarifying complex data throughout the project lifecycle. When stakeholders can visualize a design in its environment, they are empowered to make faster, more confident decisions. Join us to explore how immersive workflows support better outcomes from concept through construction.

Throughout history, women have pioneered innovations that have shaped the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, laying the foundation for groundbreaking technologies and radical transformations. We’ll explore the powerful impact of women driving change across the industry, and look ahead to the future of how we design and make. Hear from Autodesk Expert Elites and influential product designers at the forefront of transformative technologies. These women have adopted AI-powered generative design solutions. They’re using Digital Prototyping technology to create climate-resilient architecture. And they’re driving the successful integration of cloud-based platforms across large-scale organizations. Whether you're a woman in AEC or an ally, this session will provide actionable insights, inspiring stories, and an opportunity to connect and ask questions with the trailblazers shaping the future of design, construction, and technology.

Water infrastructure owners and operators face poor asset information handover due to system misalignment. Could Automation, Integration, & Customization and integrated data enable Digital Prototypings to support operational efficiency, reduce rework and costs, and improve health and safety (H&S)? Learn how GHD successfully used client-focused data exchange and cloud collaboration during the 40MLD upgrade of Wellington Water Limited’s Te Mārua water treatment plant to ease these struggles. Automating the integration of asset information using Autodesk products enabled delivery of the asset register 12 months early—saving NZ$150,000 and 1,400 hours in asset data management. Combining Esri mobile apps and dashboards enhanced as-built quality and reduced site H&S risks. A proof of concept was developed where GeoBIM and Autodesk Docs software were fused to create a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) common data environment (CDE)—the foundation for an operations and maintenance Digital Prototyping. We’ll share valuable lessons on managing evolving data needs and supply chains to demonstrate how connected workflows made Project Delivery more efficient.

If your hatches don’t have rhythm and your linework’s got the blues, it’s time to find your high note with the most stage-ready drafting techniques. In this toe-tappin’, line-snappin’, award-winning session, Autodesk Expert Elite Member and AutoCAD Blog author Donnie “The CAD Geek” Gladfelter will deliver techniques as smooth as a steel guitar and as sharp as a sheet set on deadline. With Smart Blocks that take the spotlight at just the right time and Connected Support Files that keep your drawings and setlist in perfect sync, this session will tune your workflow with chart-topping productivity secrets—sure to leave the AI-driven Autodesk Assistant asking for an encore. Whether you’re riding the neon rainbow of the latest AutoCAD features or digging into deep-cut tips only experts know, your drafting skills will shine like a Rhinestone Cowboy on tour.

Is your onboarding process accelerating performance—or slowing your team down? In the AEC industry, where cost, time, and talent shortages stall Management, effective onboarding is no longer optional. With 61% of leaders struggling to find technically skilled employees, the need for structured, continuous learning is urgent. This session shares how JMT tackled capability gaps and project ramp-up delays by implementing a standardized onboarding program using Pinnacle Series. Discover how they built a scalable, trackable learning program that equips new hires to contribute faster, with less downtime. Learn how personalized training, workflow alignment, and access to best practices helped JMT boost retention, satisfaction, and billable hours. If you're ready to transform onboarding into a strategic advantage, this session will show you how to drive results from day one.

Early-stage infrastructure planning involves tight timelines and complex trade-offs—yet making the right decisions early is critical to a project’s success. In this session, Infraspace Founder & CEO Andreas Kjølseth shows how outcome-based generative design can accelerate decision-making and improve results by enhancing familiar Autodesk workflows. Kristoffer Bugge from Norconsult will share how one of the Nordics’ largest consultancies is applying Infraspace in real projects to boost productivity and deliver greater value to clients—using automated 3D model generation, instant analytics, and AI-powered optimization. Join us to learn how generative design can help planners and engineers explore better options, faster—while integrating smoothly with Autodesk tools like Civil 3D, Navisworks, and Forma.

In 2024, Porto Alegre faced historic floods that impacted more than 157,000 people and 46 neighborhoods, with the Guaíba River rising above 5.33 meters. With 142 high-risk areas mapped, the city needed urgent, resilient solutions within 12 months. This case study shows how Autodesk tools—InfoWorks ICM, Civil 3D, and InfraWorks software—and ArcGIS Pro were used to model flooding, design containment strategies, and develop resilient infrastructure for slopes and roads. The integrated workflow enabled the analysis of three alternatives, balancing cost, time, and performance. Autodesk technologies provided agility and accuracy, and reduced rework, supporting faster and smarter decisions. The project also advanced environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals through sustainable, inclusive, and data-driven planning, proving the critical role of digital solutions in climate-resilient urban infrastructure.

Railway projects include many disciplines: rail superstructure, civil works, tunnels, viaducts, road bridges, culverts, systems, and so on. In large-scale international projects, many parties are involved in the design and construction process. And the integration of all information in Autodesk Construction Cloud coming from different tools—such as InfraWorks, Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks Manage, and Twinmotion—enables the full BIM methodology implementation on a railway project. Autodesk tools also allow stakeholders to manage the project in the real geographical context, and to facilitate the production of photorealistic videos and virtual reality (VR) experiences for stakeholder engagement.

The concept of building blocks offers a powerful analogy for the evolution of a Collaboration for Civil 3D implementation. It starts with essential building blocks as the foundation, and they are assembled incrementally to create a complex structure. This structured yet adaptable approach enables delivery of value while preparing for future growth, positioning organizations to lead and innovate with resilience in a rapidly evolving Project Delivery landscape. In this session, we’ll discuss how GHD reconfigured its foundational building blocks to create a stable base for adopting new technologies and methodologies, and to foster innovation. We’ll cover topics such as effective cloud data management, fine-tuning existing projects for better performance, and how important technical frameworks and governance are to ensure long-term success. Additionally, we’ll discuss how standardized workflows achieved faster model opening times, reduced infrastructure costs, and enhanced teamwork.

As projects grow more complex with globally distributed teams and multiple locations, adopting tools that simplify collaboration and boost daily efficiency is essential. In this session, we’ll walk you through the cloud-based collaboration capabilities we're investing in to help you communicate and coordinate more effectively with both internal and external stakeholders—driving faster design outcomes.

Resilient infrastructure demands smarter design—especially as flood risks rise and environmental targets tighten. In this industry talk, we’ll explore how evolving regulatory and environmental challenges in the United Kingdom have shaped the way we approach surface water management on major infrastructure programs. In the past—while working with large, complex sites and multiple data-rich models—we’ve faced limitations in relation to integration, scale, and design flexibility. By transitioning to new approaches and tools such as InfoDrainage software, we’ve unlocked new efficiencies in design workflows, enabled spatial coordination, and better supported the delivery of sustainable, resilient systems. With case studies from recent UK projects, we’ll also touch on the integration of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and green infrastructure to meet climate goals and protect the environment. You’ll gain practical strategies for implementing more-intelligent, future-ready drainage designs—and you’ll get a few fresh perspectives along the way!

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.

Your data is rich with insights—but it takes cross-discipline collaboration to see the entire picture. In this session with Autodesk and the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), we’ll discuss the value of data integration at the system level bringing together design, construction, and asset management. Autodesk and MDT are working collaboratively with Esri, Trimble, and Infotech to develop a connected data environment using workflows and technology. In this session, you’ll learn how MDT is using AASHTOWare Project, Civil 3D software, Trimble Business Center, and Esri technology to develop a lifecycle Project Delivery approach for civil infrastructure projects.

In response to increasingly complex engineering challenges and the urgent need for sustainable solutions, seamless digital collaboration has become crucial. Haskoning has pioneered a data-driven interoperability approach that harnesses the power of Autodesk tools such as Revit and Civil3D, alongside proprietary digital tools and calculation modules, through the 'DataFusr' platform. This innovative platform, supporting 300+ users and 150+ projects, facilitates scalable digital collaboration across our organization, driving future innovations. Our Dike Resilience Suite exemplifies this approach, offering a parametric toolset for dike reinforcement studies. By integrating diverse calculation modules and software tools, including those from partners and clients, we enable project teams of up to 20 engineers to develop reliable and collaborative dike designs efficiently and effectively. A single team is now able to execute 4 long-running projects in parallel, instead of consecutively.

In more complicated designs users can see efficiency gains in using customized subassemblies that do the work of multiple assembly regions. In this lab users will experience using Subassembly Composer to create a subassembly that uses a Decision function to facilitate multiple end conditions along a design with a single assembly or region. Then, using that custom subassembly in Civil 3D, we will use the Corridor Transition tools to adjust the design with a high level of control.

CAD managers are facing a major shift. As artificial intelligence (AI) and Automation, Integration, & Customization tools become more accessible, the traditional role of CAD oversight is evolving into a leadership position focused on efficiency, strategy, and Management. In this session, we’ll explore how AI technologies—including ChatGPT for conversational assistance and script guidance, Autodesk Platform Services for seamless integration, and Dynamo for low-code Automation, Integration, & Customization—are reshaping CAD workflows in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software. You’ll learn how to automate tedious tasks, improve quality control, and better support project teams—all without needing to become a programmer. If you're ready to stop reacting and start leading, this session will show you the tools and mindset needed for the future of CAD management.

Management in infrastructure is no longer optional, but implementing cloud-based workflows mid-project—especially in complex rail infrastructure delivery—comes with unique challenges. In this session, we’ll explore SYSTRA’s behind-the-scenes journey of adopting Autodesk Construction Cloud during an active rail infrastructure project. From stakeholder pushback and data silos to integration hurdles, we faced the real-world challenges of shifting to a connected, cloud-first delivery model without stopping the train. This session will focus on strategic decisions, lessons learned, and best practices for rolling out Autodesk Construction Cloud and connected digital workflows mid-project, and integrating SYSTRA’s in-house tools—without compromising productivity or trust. Whether you’re leading a digital strategy for civil infrastructure or are mid-rollout on a large-scale rail project, you’ll leave with a clearer view of how to lead change and deliver value through cloud-connected collaboration.

Exceptional construction starts with clarity—clear communication, fewer points of contact, and a streamlined, client-centered experience. Our Operations Driven Design approach builds on that foundation, applying AI and machine learning to performance data captured from satellites, sensors, building systems, and more. From space to site, we translate complex data into actionable insights—informing 3D Digital Prototyping models, AR visualizations, simulations, and environmental trend analysis. This enables smarter planning, climate-resilient strategies, and optimized operations before ground is ever broken. Whether the project is infrastructure, vertical construction, or site development, we bring precision and foresight to every phase. The result? Data-rich design. Predictable performance. A better experience from start to Operations.

How do you turn 20 years of fragmented, paper-based facility documentation into a powerful operational decision-making tool? Join The Kraft Group and Symetri as they unpack the strategy, technology, and value behind their development of a Digital Prototyping that spans BIM and GIS for Gillette Stadium and beyond. Leveraging Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, and ACC for model development and project delivery, this program federates BIM and other data sources and integrates with an ArcGIS-powered environment to support everything from security planning to energy management. Attendees will learn how the Autodesk ecosystem is being used to enforce data standards, and drive coordination across departments. Discover how BIM content is repurposed as operational datasets, delivering value far beyond design and construction, and how spatial context was added using GIS integration for wayfinding, event planning, and more. You'll also hear how The Kraft Group made the business case for long-term investment in Autodesk and ESRI technologies by capturing value early and often. This session is perfect for facility owners, architects, and consultants looking to evolve their BIM workflows into Digital Prototypings with real-world operational impact.

Embark on a hands-on “GeoTrip”—a practical journey into integrating GIS and BIM data using ArcGIS GeoBIM and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). This session equips attendees with workflows and tools to connect spatial and design data for deeper project insights. Participants will explore how integrated GeoBIM environments enhance decision-making, support more accurate coordination, and improve communication across project teams. We’ll dive into visualizing design and geolocation data together, enabling Digital Prototyping development, real-time issue tracking, and project transparency. Attendees will also see how Revit and Civil 3D models and data are linked to GIS features, enabling spatially contextualized coordination and analysis. The session will also cover how connecting Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and model data lays the foundation for future AI applications, empowering owners and stakeholders with AI-ready, lifecycle-aware project environments.