Autodesk is providing insights, technology, and training to help you and your business prepare for the future of work. However, how do you practically implement this transformation—whether its greater automation, AI (artificial intelligence), or digital twins—effectively in your projects? Are you accidentally exposing yourself to (potentially uninsured) risk and liability? Are you taking on more than you expected or costed for? In this practical and pragmatic class, receive guidance and tips on how to minimize risk and maximize profitability and effectiveness through clear documents, scope, and processes.

The ability for teams to address and adapt to change is becoming a critical element of survival for many organizations in the current digital transformation landscape. We can acquire new tools and design new processes, but how do you ensure that your employees apply these technologies in their daily work? Equipping our staff for the future is one of the essential pillars of Royal HaskoningDHV’s (RHDHV) digital transformation. Our ambition is to provide 90% of colleagues with relevant digital skills and competencies in order to prepare the organization for the future. Together with Autodesk and Eagle Point Software, RHDHV has managed to increase productivity around learning and ensure targeted learning for its employees. In this industry talk, RHDHV will share how to prepare the workforce for the future of work, improve workforce ROI, and create a training strategy that meets industry requirements, energizes employees, and is aligned with company culture.

Join host Rama Dunayevich, Senior Manager of Global Alliances for Autodesk, along with senior leadership from Autodesk, Nvidia, Unity Technologies, and leading design firms for a fascinating conversation on; the convergence of industries that is impacting how we design and what we can make; the mindset one must adopt to live (and even thrive) in the machine age; and how new design technologies are enabling a delightful future that is economically, socially, and environmentally better.

According to the U.S. Commercial Construction Index, most contractors have a positive outlook on the growth of the construction sector. Concurrently, contractors are worried about filling open positions and technical skill gaps in the current workforce. Technology is growing exponentially in the industry -- from BIM, reality capture, drones and more -- but construction processes are still heavily reliant on valuable institutional knowledge. The industry is primed to attract the next generation construction workforce, so how do we capture and learn from the insights of our veteran construction leaders, while addressing the convergence of People, Process and Technology? Hear directly from seasoned AEC leaders in a lively panel discussion to learn strategies for building technical skills in your teams, how to attract and retain top talent, how to develop a knowledge sharing program, and what lessons we can learn from other industries in talent development.

The World Economic Forum estimates that 1 billion people will need to be reskilled by 2030. Of that number, 62 million people work in the AEC, manufacturing, and M&E industries. In particular, the construction and manufacturing industries are undergoing major digital transformations, which is a catalyst driving new jobs and skills for workers in those industries. According to a 2021 report from Burning Glass, the construction and manufacturing industries are moving away from requiring bachelor’s degree qualifications and shifting to skills-based learning and on-the-job training. But that shift requires more than credentialing and certification programs. It’s about a cultural change within companies to keep them competitive in their markets and their employees adaptable to the evolving nature of work. In this panel, execs from HP, Unity, Intel, and Autodesk discuss how automation, technology, and globalization are driving this change and what executives can do to get ahead of it.

This case study explores how Curiosity 3D—an Autodesk Learning Partner—is using the power of Autodesk Fusion software and 3D printing to revolutionize education in India by making online education hands-on. The idea was born at a time when the world stopped—the COVID-19 era. Universities and schools were shut, but education found a way and went online, and learning became e-learning. However, this was at the expense of practical hands-on learning experiences. Learn how Curiosity solved this by shipping 3D printers to students' homes! While Fusion was taught online, students 3D-printed projects at home. The design and make journey never stopped. This session will take you through examples of similar innovative strategies that are driving education in emerging markets like India. It will also explore how market challenges—such as limited lab infrastructure, accessibility, and affordability—can be overcome while maintaining hands-on experience and effectively preparing for the future of work.

Watch as futurists, researchers, educators, Autodesk executives and senior leaders from enterprise accounts explore the future of work. From AR/VR and machine learning to future work trends and hiring new talent, the AU 2016 Leadership Forum included Geoff Colvin, an award-winning thinker, author, and broadcaster, who explored today’s most significant trends in business. Colvin is an editor and columnist for FORTUNE magazine. His latest book is Humans Are Underrated: What High Achievers Know that Brilliant Machines Never Will.

Jon Pittman, Autodesk VP, Corporate Strategy, and his team discussed the need to re-evaluate relationships with our machine creations. While Randy Swearer, Autodesk VP, Education, discussed changes in education and how those in today’s economy might compete for next generation employees.

Danny Guillory, Autodesk Director, Global Diversity and Inclusion, facilitated a discussion with guest speakers and attendees on building a team of tech-savvy, lifelong learners. And Mickey McManus, Autodesk Fellow and author of Trillions, introduced an exercise in design thinking to identify some next steps in building the future of work for your organization and team.

We also heard stories of trial and success from leaders at Ford, GE, Arup, the Department of Defense, and elsewhere. Before Callan Carpenter, Autodesk VP, Global Named Accounts wrapped up the day.

This panel discussion will bring together Bay Area manufacturing leaders from Humanmade, SFMade, Tesla, Cruise, and Aproe who work at the intersection of manufacturing innovation, workforce development, and opportunity equity in their organizations to share case studies, individual success stories, and approaches to increasing diversity and inclusion in manufacturing workforce development programs. The discussion will explore how we can reimagine the future of work through collaboration across industry sectors to expand equity and shared prosperity while helping to solve for the growing skills gap. If more people were given equitable opportunities to build the skills they’ll need to fully participate in the future workplace, we could start to create increasingly inclusive and sustainable economies and societies that leave no one behind. We will share examples of passive versus active inclusion, holistic inclusion, and partnerships across corporate, government, education, and community sectors.

When COVID-19 hit the United Kingdom in March 2020, university teaching was significantly disrupted with many courses moving to online-only teaching. Fusion 360 software empowered us to smoothly transition to fully online courses with only a few months’ notice. This talk will discuss how Fusion 360 became an essential tool for teaching online, and how it enabled the University of Warwick School of Engineering faculty to continue to deliver high-quality teaching. We will discuss our approach to signing up and delivering the first learning experiences with Fusion 360 to a cohort of nearly 400 first-year general engineering students. We will show how students were able to continue working on both individual and group projects across all four years of the degree course remotely. And, of course, we’ll show some of the amazing and innovative work they did. With remote design teams undoubtedly being an important aspect of the future of work, it’s essential to see what students can do with design software today.

Autodesk's President and CEO, Andrew Anagnost, will kick off AU 2017 with a unique perspective on automation and the Future of Work. Passionate about the topic, Andrew will give you the confidence to embrace this new future, and guest speakers will share insights to help you thrive in this new world of working. You'll leave informed and excited about this future.

Amy Bunszel, SVP Design and Creation Products, will reveal how the products you use every day are evolving to fit the way you work today and into the future. She'll be joined by a few of your peers who'll highlight their work with these solutions, providing inspiration for your own projects. You'll leave understanding how Autodesk is approaching the Future of Work with product and platform innovations today.

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.

Microdesk Co-Innovation Lab collaborated with BamCore through the Autodesk Foundation to show the value and benefits of their products to industry clients. Using the Autodesk-provided design analysis ecosystem, we showcase the energy and carbon advantages that BamCore’s products can bring to the design. The developed custom workflow allows BamCore to rapidly obtain comparative energy and carbon impacts and present them to their clients without future support. We’ve also set up the groundwork and created a phased journey to navigate the Future of Work, aiming to include an interactive user interface dashboard for rapid ROI analysis. We compare BamCore technology versus typical constructions to ensure Microdesk and BamCore co-create meaningful and inspirational future impacts toward resilient and low-carbon buildings.

Hear from ASME experts as they share the in-depth research results and insights that predict how new workflows will shape the future of work in manufacturing throughout the next five to ten years. A panel of industry and technology experts will discuss the overarching industry implications and business outcomes driving the advancement of manufacturing and how the roles of mechanical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and machinists will evolve—and we’ll identify the new set of hard and soft skills required to succeed. Learn how new workflows are taking hold in the industry. And discover the workforce training, technology, and operations infrastructure that is required to achieve fundamental improvements in productivity, quality, and profitability. Finally, learn how industry, academia, and government can support the development of the skills and knowledge among students and professionals.

Lisa Campbell, Autodesk Vice President of Industry Strategy and Marketing, will set the stage for our day together. She will introduce two speakers who will talk about the future of design as a business and impact opportunity: Michael Murphy, CEO of MASS Design, and Krista Donaldson, CEO of D-Rev. We'll hear some inspiring stories about both of these organizations.

This session will explore the use of Autodesk Fusion 360 software to teach engineering design at the university level. The use of Fusion Teams and cloud workspaces has enabled effective group work, with blended learning approaches being widely adopted across the globe. This talk will discuss how Autodesk Fusion 360 became an essential tool for teaching online, and how it enabled us at the University of Warwick to continue to deliver high-quality teaching in the School of Engineering. We’ll discuss our approach to signing up and delivering the first learning experiences with Autodesk Fusion 360 to a cohort of nearly 400 first-year general engineering students. We’ll show how students were able to continue working seamlessly on both individual and group projects across all four years of the degree course remotely. And, of course, we’ll look at some of the amazing and innovative work they did. With remote design teams undoubtedly being an important aspect of the future of work, seeing what students can do with design software today is a must.

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 Construction Cloud, these manual workflows can be a thing of the past. Barton Malow has implemented streamlined automations and integrations between Autodesk Construction Cloud, 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 Construction Cloud to help project teams become more technology-enabled to make better business decisions.

In the past, the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry relied heavily on in-person interaction, physical models, and 2D visuals. Communicating design intent in this way —especially with COVID-19 impacting the future of work—has posed challenges for design reviews and coordination meetings to provide the right context for all stakeholders. Using real-time BIM enables companies to create immersive, interactive experiences for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). Companies can conduct design reviews between designers, owners, and construction trades irrespective of geographic location and iterate across teams before the concrete is poured. This session will explain how Unity Reflect enables immersive design review and coordination to empower better collaboration and faster decision making, bridging the gap between designers and decision makers.