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In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, I welcomed Teemu Lehtinen, the CEO of KIRAHub, to discuss the latest innovation and technology within the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. It was Teemu’s first time on the podcast since 2016, and we delved into the exciting developments at KIRAHub and the upcoming World of Digital […] The post WDBE 2024: Reshaping Business Models with Teemu Lehtinen appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, Aarni Heiskanen spoke with Shreesha Ramdas, CEO and co-founder of Lumber. The company is innovating in the construction technology space, focusing on workforce management. Shreesha shared his journey from tech startups to the construction industry, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact in a sector […] The post Streamlining Construction Workforce Management with Lumber’s Shreesha Ramdas appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, Aarni Heiskanen interviews René Morkos, the founder and CEO of ALICE Technologies. They discuss construction tech, AI, and ALICE Core, the company’s latest product launch. How the construction technology landscape has changed The construction tech industry has evolved significantly since 2015, as discussed with René. In 2015, […] The post AI-Powered Construction Optioneering Today appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Ehrlich, a veteran of the construction industry from the USA and the author of “The Way We Build: Restoring Dignity to Construction Work.” Our conversation delved into the evolving landscape of construction work and the challenges faced by construction […] The post The Future of Construction Work with Mark Ehrlich appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, host Aarni Heiskanen interviews Manja Horner, founder and CEO of Boost LD, about learning in the construction sector. Manja shares insights about her digitized training service and discusses her 12-year journey in the learning business. Manja is a learning experience strategist and trusted advisor to companies who […] The post Building Skills in Construction: Manja Horner on Effective Learning Strategies appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, Aarni Heiskanen interviews Gonzalo Galindo, President at Cemex Ventures. They discuss startup funding, construction technology, and this year’s construction startup competition. Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Cemex, a global building materials company, actively supports innovative startups in the construction industry. Through their investment and collaboration, Cemex Ventures […] The post Discussing Construction Startups and Innovation with Gonzalo Galindo appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, host Aarni Heiskanen interviews Dr. Thomas Bock, a renowned expert in construction robotics. With 45 years of experience in the field and multiple books on the topic, Thomas shares his insights and expertise. Tune in to learn more about his professional journey and the advancements in construction […] The post Exploring the Future of Robotic Construction with Dr. Thomas Bock appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, our expert panel discusses the digital maturity of construction firms and digitalization in general. They reference a recent report revealing somewhat surprising UK construction companies’ results. The panel debates the concept of digital maturity and the high percentage of respondents who believe their organizations to be digitally […] The post The Digital Maturity of Construction appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, host Aarni Heiskanen is joined by Nate Fuller, founder and director of Placer Solutions, and Erin Khan, a construction technology consultant. They dive into the topic of augmented and mixed reality in the construction industry. Nate shares his background in construction and the founding of Placer Solutions, […] The post Augmented Reality in Construction: Beyond the Hype appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of WDBE Talks, Aarni Heiskanen interviews Dr. Pallavi Mohan, a Senior Scientist and Solutions Architect at NVIDIA. They discuss Pallavi’s work in the XR and digital twins research space and the potential of digital twins and extended reality technologies for the built environment sector. Pallavi shares her journey into her current position […] The post Digital Twins for a Sustainable Future with Dr. Pallavi Mohan of NVIDIA appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, host Aarni Heiskanen interviews Zachi Flatto, CEO and co-founder of Skyline Cockpit. The startup offers a tower crane teleoperation, AI monitoring, and autonomous driving system. Zachi discusses the background of Skyline Cockpit, how they make construction safer and more efficient, and what technologies they use. A ground-breaking […] The post Skyline Cockpit’s Game-Changing Tower Crane Teleoperation appeared first on AEC Business.

In the first episode of the Chat AEC Tech podcast, the panelists discuss using artificial intelligence in the construction industry. They delve into the latest developments and upcoming architectural, engineering, and construction technology trends. The discussion also covers a new report on construction AI startups and the panelists’ personal experiences with generative AI. Tune in […] The post AI in Construction – A Panel Discussion appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of WDBE Talks, Michelle Xuereb, the Director of Innovation at BDP Quadrangle, shares her insights on sustainability, innovation, and new approaches to creating built environments. As one of the keynote speakers at WDBE in September 2023, Michelle is a prominent voice in the field. During the interview, Michelle and Aarni Heiskanen discuss […] The post From Objects to Sustainable Experiences with Michelle Xuereb appeared first on AEC Business.

What is the most feasible way to reduce construction’s carbon emissions? This was the question Pyry Haahtela and Aarni Heiskanen discuss in this episode of WDBE Talks. Pyry Haahtela has worked with the Haahtela TVD simulation model for over a decade. His mission is to develop cutting-edge technology capable of simulating the repercussions of decisions […] The post The Most Effective Way to Reduce Construction’s Carbon Emissions with Pyry Haahtela appeared first on AEC Business.

In this special episode of the AEC Business podcast, Aarni Heiskanen’s guest is Aki Päivärinne, Sound Designer at OiOi. Aki is a versatile professional. He is a Sound Designer (TeM), Musician, Composer, UX-Sound Designer, and Taste-Sound Designer at OiOi. OiOi crafts meaningful, immersive, and interactive installations in the built environment by using the latest digital technology. In the […] The post Sonic Sculptures: Shaping the Urban Soundscape with Aki Päivärinne appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of WDBE Talks, Vappu Id of KIRAHub interviews Aarni Heiskanen. They discuss communication, construction tech, and the World of Digital Built Environment WDBE Summit. The discussion topics include: About Aarni Heiskanen Aarni Heiskanen is a Construction Innovation Agent and the co-founder of AE Partners and AEC Business. He has a master’s degree in architecture and […] The post Construction Tech Communication and WDBE with Aarni Heiskanen appeared first on AEC Business.

How do you take the learnings from Apple’s way of innovating products and apply them to housing? On WDBE Talks, you’ll hear how BJ Siegel pivoted from Apple to follow his passion at Juno, a proptech company. He will be a keynote speaker at WDBE 2023. In this episode, Aarni Heiskanen and his guest JB Siegel discuss: […] The post Productizing Sustainable Urban Housing with BJ Siegel appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of WDBE Talks, Aarni Heiskanen’s guest is Sebastien Michaud, VC at Foundamental. They discuss investing in climate through technology, the theme of this year’s WDBE. The discussion topics include: About Sebastien and Foundamental Sebastien Michaud is Investor at Foundamental, joining from a British-Italian background and having previously worked in Product and Commercial […] The post Talking Climate-Aware ConTech Investments with Sebastien Michaud appeared first on AEC Business.

Ready to get inspired and learn more about sustainable construction practices? Join us for this WDBE Talks interview with Marzia Bolpagni of Mace, who shares her insights on the importance of BIM in reaching climate goals. In the interview, Marzia and Aarni Heiskanen discuss About Marzia Marzia is Head of Building Information Modelling (BIM) International at Mace, where she develops and implements […] The post Reaching Climate Goals with BIM – An Interview with Marzia Bolpagni appeared first on AEC Business.

In this episode of WDBE Talks, Daniel M. Hall, Assistant Professor at TU Delft, talks about circularity and how to boost it with digital technologies and industrialized construction. Daniel is a keynote speaker at WDBE 2023. In the interview, Aarni Heiskanen and Daniel Hall discuss About Daniel Daniel is the lead of the Chair of […] The post Talking Circular Future Cities with Daniel Hall appeared first on AEC Business.