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2023
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Digital Innovation: A Three-Step Approach to Digital Transformation

The building and construction industry is feeling the effects of change more than most. This strong and rather conventional economic sector is being digitized at an accelerated pace. The Germany-based construction company BREMER SE is in the middle of a digital transformation process and has digitized its value chain. BREMER is aiming to be completely digitized within three years, re-evaluating its processes. After all, even processes that have stood the test of time for decades have to meet the increasingly demanding requirements of digitization. There are three phases of digital transformation: 1) Implementation of a common data environment (CDE) and communication. 2) Data evaluation and site management. 3) Model coordination and collaboration. With this approach, BREMER has brought together 2,500 project participants—internal and external—on a CDE within a short period of time, and the firm has since recorded steady growth in the number of users and projects.

Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Indonesia 4.0: BIM Uses Through Megaproject—Indonesia’s New Capital City

Indonesia is moving its capital from Jakarta to a new city. In this session, we'll explore how Indonesia’s Ministry of Public Works and Housing is implementing building information modeling (BIM) in megaproject “Indonesia’s New Capital City,” specifically the highway projects. We'll start by discussing how we developed our own classification system to help the quantification process, including the benefits and challenges of this approach. Next, we'll cover how we integrated all the projects into the common data environment (CDE) and used Autodesk Platform Services to create a dashboard that displays key project metrics and status. We'll also discuss how we maintain BIM implementation through weekly BIM evaluations, including how we address issues and ensure consistency across all projects. Finally, we'll share how we integrated all intelligent models from every project into a single federated model that is updated weekly to show the construction progress.

Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Managing Tech Fatigue in an Emerging Tech Industry
There was a time not long ago that architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) was one of the lowest-ranked industries for adoption of technology. We won't go so far as to say that AEC has become a high-tech industry—but it is surely on its way. We've seen a massive increase in the available tech across design and construction. We find ourselves dealing with multiple tech providers, constantly changing products, and implementation after implementation with our employees. For the people focused on technology, it is manageable. For field staff, preconstruction teams, and everyone else, it can be a lot to handle and take in. We spend all this time implementing a solution, and a year later a new one comes along that we're expected to learn. Managing this with our teams has been a real challenge, and it isn't going away anytime soon. We hope to communicate to everyone our strategy for managing this onslaught of new tools, our decision-making criteria for what we're moving forward with, and how to keep our teams sharp. Join us to learn more!
Roundtable / Las Vegas 2023
Ask the Vault Team
If you have any queries regarding the functionality and operation of Vault software, or if you would like to learn more about a specific feature, this session will offer an excellent opportunity to engage with the Vault team. The team comprises both the Engineering team and Product Management, and they will provide candid and insightful responses to any inquiries you may have about Vault.
Roundtable / Las Vegas 2023
Circular by Design: Computational Design for Regenerative Economies
This roundtable discussion will explore the power of computational design in promoting sustainable development. We'll provide practical knowledge of the tools and techniques used to implement circular design principles, and we'll evaluate the ethical and social implications of using data analytics and modeling to evaluate the environmental impact of design decisions. This topic highlights the importance of resource conservation and regeneration and promotes a more sustainable future. The concept of the circular economy has gained momentum in recent years as a more sustainable and efficient model for resource use. In this context, computational design has emerged as a key enabler of the circular economy by optimizing material usage and reducing waste.
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
BIMigration: Transforming AECO Through Immigration, Diversity, and Technology
Through this conversation, you'll see the journey of five different architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO) professionals from different countries and backgrounds. They'll talk about their experiences maneuvering through the AEC industry and the unique situations they've faced. Learn how they adapted to the new environments, cultures, and practices while working to provide excellence in their respective fields. This conversation will provide insight into how diversity, equity, and inclusion can positively impact your company, its culture, the way it's perceived in the industry—and its bottom line.
19p
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Is Immersive Animation the Ultimate Interface for Content Creators?
While professional artists use high-fidelity animation techniques—pioneered and refined by Autodesk's animation products MotionBuilder, 3ds Max, and Maya—in games, film, and design production pipelines, we ask the questions: What if the user is not as skilled? What if their requirements for control are not as stringent Could we leverage new input modalities to allow untrained creators to record and edit 3D motion in just a few minutes? We'll discuss the speed and utility afforded by animating in a completely new paradigm: One that allows you to express intent with your body, fingers, face, gaze, and speech while enhancing presence, storytelling, and collaboration in real-time immersive experiences, and engaging your spatial understanding, reasoning, and memory to author 3D animations. Come and hear what our panel of experts from Meta Platforms, Workshop XR, Entertainment and Media Solutions as well as Autodesk Research have to say.
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Constructible BIM with Early Connected Models
Today's structural engineers struggle to consider the holistic constructability of a structure; including how their steel framing decisions impact connection design complexity, erectability, and material availability. Their lack of influence is exacerbated when structural engineers delegate connection design to the fabricator, since design changes in the preconstruction stage are challenging to implement. The impact of this leads to RFIs and change orders that result in cost overruns, excess carbon, and schedule drift. This session will cover how WSP, a leading engineering firm and innovator in the steel industry, delivers early connected steel models to overcome these challenges. By incorporating connection design early in the project timeline, WSP delivers highly detailed 3D models to ensure greater cost and schedule certainty.
51p
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Smart Infrastructure for a Better Future: The Digital Thread in Action
This panel, consisting of thought leaders from the AEC industry will explore the impact of using the digital thread for infrastructure management. We will discuss how this approach can streamline project execution, reduce time and cost waste, and provide a single source of truth for stakeholders. The panel will also cover the cost implications of not adopting a model-driven approach and the benefits of maximizing data throughout the asset lifecycle, from planning to operations. By adopting a model-based approach and maximizing the digital thread, infrastructure stakeholders can prepare for a sustainable, data-driven future that will be the catalyst for the digital twin.
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Exploring the Future of the Operator Experience through Digital Twins
Dive into the world of Digital Twins and explore the revolutionary advancements in operator experience. This session will provide attendees with an in-depth look at how Digital Twins are changing the game for operators, and how they can drive efficiency, optimize workflows, and take productivity to new heights. We will offer a detailed examination of this industry-shaping technology, including its impact on the operator experience. Attendees will gain valuable insights and learn how Autodesk Tandem and Eptura Asset integrate to connect building spaces and assets, inform decision-making, and update existing workflows for maximum benefit. You won't want to miss this exciting and informative session, as we explore the future of the operator experience and the role that Digital Twins will play. Bring your questions and join us for an interactive and engaging discussion.
8p
45p
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Accelerating 3D Workflows With Generative AI
Join us for a talk on how you can easily integrate generative artificial intelligence (AI) into various 3D project workflows using tools such as Revit software or 3ds Max software via the NVIDIA Omniverse platform and OpenUSD interchange. We’ll show you examples of how to automate tedious 3D work and alleviate time-consuming tasks to help accelerate time to production and maximize creative exploration. You’ll learn how to connect generative AI tools and technologies such as ChatGPT or LLM integrations, Instant NeRF, and Omniverse DeepSearch to take over repetitive work, freeing up time to focus on more-meaningful work. You’ll also learn how to use generative AI to improve the quality of your work and create new and innovative products and services. This talk is essential for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-changing world of technology. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how AI can help you do more of what you love.
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Extending the Autodesk Forma Ecosystem
The most important part of the extendable platform are people who contribute to extending the functionality. Come listen to the stories of the development teams that have successfully built their solutions on top of Autodesk Forma. Learn not only about functionality provided, but also about motivation behind extending the ecosystem and ideas about where the industry is heading next!
2p
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Mission Possible: Making Sustainability Approachable and Achievable
As the demand for sustainability initiatives grows within the AECO industry, there is increasing pressure from clients, leadership, and regulatory requirements to reduce embodied carbon and environmental impacts. Many firms are unclear where to start, what to focus on, or how to deliver on their sustainability goals and initiatives. Working smarter and making sustainability approachable and achievable is not an impossible mission. Firms can strategically align their operations to meet current and future demands, navigate challenges, and efficiently approach sustainability. Led by experts in design and carbon analysis, this session offers a comprehensive and actionable roadmap for organizations seeking to deliver on their goals. Through a blend of real-world case studies and practical strategies, attendees will gain a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating sustainability into their firm's digital practice.
38p
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Robotics and XR: How to Improve Safety, Quality, and Owner Satisfaction
Join us for an engaging panel discussion with real-world applications at the intersection of robotics and extended reality (XR) in the AEC industry. Learn how companies like DPR Construction harness these technologies to safeguard the well-being of their craft teams, deliver quality work, and exceed customer expectations. We'll discuss how robots are transforming construction work with precise installation lines, and explore how XR is revolutionizing the way owners experience their projects and data, gaining their buy-in before work begins. Get valuable insights from industry experts as they share the work they're doing today, while shedding light on the future of these transformative technologies. Speakers will be Rayya Karaa, Senior virtual design and construction (VDC) PM at DPR; Tim Gaylord, Corporate Director of Innovation at DPR; Roy Malcom, Senior virtual design and construction (VDC) PM at DPR, Nicolas Fonta, senior director and general manager of XR at Autodesk and Alex Bingham Associate Architect at Cushing Terrell.
14p
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Power of Partnerships: Building an Asset Management System across Industry Leaders
Caltrans, in coordination with our software partners Autodesk, Trimble, and ESRI, is in the process of developing a digital geospatial ecosystem to centralize, standardize, and connect Caltrans' digital data across programs and divisions. New tools in Civil3D 2024 and Trimble Business Center have been developed and are being tested to assist with the needed data interoperability. The system aims to increase engagement, equity, innovation, integrity, pride, safety, climate action, stewardship, and efficiency by using tools of today and working with industry to develop tools of tomorrow. This Caltrans effort will support FHWA initiatives such as BIM4I to streamline data connectivity for Project Delivery and create, maintain, and provide access to a statewide digital catalog of Caltrans assets. The proposed milestones include beta testing new industry tools, creating project delivery dashboards, integrating digital as-built data from Construction's connected data environment, and developing new project delivery products such as mapping on demand and augmented reality in the field.
13p
13p
Industry Talk / Las Vegas 2023
Reaching for the Sky
As a partner to Delta Air Lines, Burns & McDonnell (BMcD) reached for the sky on this unique terminal design. The program began as a renovation of the existing terminals and evolved into the design of a brand-new consolidated terminal, which included four concourses, a head house, a taxi stack, and a parking garage. In this endeavor, BMcD joined forces with the client, the subconsultants, and the construction manager for a true collaboration. BMcD used an array of Autodesk products across the entire program lifecycle, from design through construction, at the heart of which was Autodesk Construction Cloud. Autodesk Construction Cloud enabled BMcD and 25 subconsultants to work seamlessly and efficiently on a single platform, across multiple office locations, and through a pandemic. Keeping the terminals fully operational continuously through construction was critical. This project was only possible with the entire team engaged in real time on Autodesk Construction Cloud. In the end, the ability to collaborate allowed for an efficient and prestigious design deliverable.
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Reimagining Education for the Future Workforce
Technology is transforming every aspect of our lives. 79% of companies say their future growth depends on digital tools but 2 in 3 are struggling to find the skilled workers they need. All of this is placing considerable pressure on educators to adapt their education programs to meet these needs. In this panel session, a group of educators leading the charge will share how they are reimagining their education programs to meet the needs of the future workforce. From secondary schools to vocational training programs to higher education, this session will showcase best practices and success stories from those who are breaking boundaries and transforming design, engineering and manufacturing education with Fusion 360. This session is a must-attend for educators who want to learn how to prepare their students for the future of work along with an unmissable opportunity for industry attendees to see how the leading minds in education are rising to the challenge.
Hands-on Lab / Las Vegas 2023
Autodesk Build Cost Management
Effective Cost Management and real time insights into the budget of the project can make or break a project. In this hands-on workshop, we will look at the Cost Management tool within Autodesk Build and how to maximize workflows such as telling the story of a field issue that turns into a change orders, collaborating on pay apps, and accurately forecasting to minimize risk on a project and lead to a more successful project.
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Takeoff for the Win with Barton Malow, Windover Construction, and Huckabee
Performing quantity takeoff can be a time-consuming and laborious process, but it doesn't have to be. Many in the industry are still using desktop-based 2D takeoff solutions that lack the collaboration, standardization, and transparency that is essential to running a fine-tuned estimating team. Join this session to see how the pre-construction and estimating teams at Barton Malow, Windover Construction, and Huckabee are turning to Autodesk Takeoff—a cloud-based 2D/3D quantification solution—to improve collaboration, increase takeoff accuracy, and reduce takeoff time, ensuring everyone is working off the latest project documents. You'll see how leading general contractors use Autodesk Takeoff to tackle project challenges while quantifying project scope. Join this lively discussion to see real-life case studies and walk away knowing how you too can improve your takeoff processes and say goodbye to tedious, time-consuming workflows.
Panel / Las Vegas 2023
Accelerate Data-Based Decisioning Using Autodesk Platform Services
Digital transformation is disrupting the industries. In this new era of digital-first, data-based decisioning, it is critical to not only optimize the costs but to drive the top-line growth. While this may seem daunting, you don't have to do it alone. In this panel featuring Autodesk leaders and customers, we will talk about how Autodesk worked as a strategic partner for its customers and helped the customers implement data-based decisioning in their processes using Autodesk Platform Services. We'll give an overview of the lessons learned and describe the critical actions to be deployed. We'll also discuss how Autodesk is taking this strategic partnership further to drive top-line growth for Autodesk customers via Autodesk Platform Services.
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