Embracing new technologies to solve age-old project planning & site management problems
Featuring guest speaker, Jon Knight - Managing Director, Ascentae
Embracing new technologies to solve age-old project planning & site management problems
Featuring guest speaker, Jon Knight - Managing Director, Ascentae
Watch the webinar
Recorded on 6 April, 2024
Watch the webinar
Recorded on 6 April, 2024
Webinar Highlights
Discover Transformative Digital Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge digital technologies and methodologies, such as digital pull planning and enhanced collaboration workspaces, that can revolutionise the way construction projects are planned, managed, and executed.
Overcome Industry Challenges: Gain insights into overcoming common barriers to digital adoption in the construction sector, including cost concerns, resistance to change, and the skills gap. Explore practical strategies and solutions to address these challenges head-on.
Learn from Real-World Success Stories: Benefit from detailed case studies and examples of construction companies that have successfully implemented digital transformation strategies. Understand the tangible benefits, efficiencies, and competitive advantages gained through their experiences.
Webinar Highlights
Discover Transformative Digital Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge digital technologies and methodologies, such as digital pull planning and enhanced collaboration workspaces, that can revolutionise the way construction projects are planned, managed, and executed.
Overcome Industry Challenges:
Gain insights into overcoming common barriers to digital adoption in the construction sector, including cost concerns, resistance to change, and the skills gap. Explore practical strategies and solutions to address these challenges head-on.
Learn from Real-World Success Stories: Benefit from detailed case studies and examples of construction companies that have successfully implemented digital transformation strategies. Understand the tangible benefits, efficiencies, and competitive advantages gained through their experiences.
If you’ve got questions that you’d like answering, get in touch with the speakers
Jon Knight
Managing Director, Ascentae
Paul Bingham
CEO & Founding Partner, Smart Connected Buildings
Jon Knight, Managing Director and co-founder of Ascentae, is at the forefront of workplace technology, specialising in hybrid solutions for the construction industry. He is committed to advancing smart technologies tailored to construction professionals.
Paul consults, advises & innovates at the intersection of 3 ever converging industries: The Built Environment (Real Estate), Technology (InfraTech) and Software (Platforms & Data).
Contact Jon
Contact Paul
If you’ve got questions that you’d like answering, get in touch with the speakers
Paul Bingham
Founder, Smart Connected Buildings
Paul consults, advises & innovates at the intersection of 3 ever converging industries: The Built Environment (Real Estate), Technology (InfraTech) and Software (Platforms & Data).
Contact Paul - [email protected]
Jon Knight
Managing Director, Ascentae
Jon Knight, Managing Director and co-founder of Ascentae, is at the forefront of workplace technology, specialising in hybrid solutions for the construction industry. He is committed to advancing smart technologies tailored to construction professionals.
Contact Jamie - [email protected]
Webinar summary
00:00 Opening Remarks on Technology Adoption in Construction
Paul Bingham introduces the theme, focusing on the necessity for the construction industry to adopt and leverage new technologies for project management, site delivery, and site management. He provides an overview of smart buildings, smart workspaces, and smart facilities
management.
01:09 Introduction to Smart Site Production Rooms
Jon Knight discusses the concept of a smart site production room, emphasizing the use of multi-screen environments to support various digital content and remote participation.
03:48 Real-World Implementation and Benefits
Paul Bingham emphasizes that the discussed concepts are already being implemented in the real world with tangible benefits, preparing the ground for deeper discussion on these technologies.
07:34 Challenges and Successes in Technology Integration
Paul Bingham and Jon Knight engage in a detailed conversation about the challenges and successes of integrating technology in the construction sector, including digital transformation imperatives in the UK and globally.
15:45 Barriers to Technology Adoption in Construction
Jon Knight explains the barriers to technology adoption, focusing on the skills gap and the need for more integrated digital solutions on-site.
19:37 Practical Aspects of Digital Project Management
Paul Bingham discusses the practical aspects of project management on construction sites and how digital tools can transform standard practices of scheduling and problem-solving.
23:45 Value and ROI from Digital Solutions in Construction
Jon Knight shares insights on the value and return on investment from deploying digital solutions in construction, stressing the importance of centralized communication and real-time collaboration.
27:32 Closing Remarks on the Necessity of a Digital-First Strategy
Paul Bingham wraps up the webinar by reiterating the importance of a digital-first strategy in the construction industry, highlighting upcoming opportunities at Digital Construction Week to engage with these technologies firsthand. He stresses that embracing technology is essential for survival and success in the rapidly evolving construction sector.
Webinar summary
00:00 Opening Remarks on Technology Adoption in Construction
Paul Bingham introduces the theme, focusing on the necessity for the construction industry to adopt and leverage new technologies for project management, site delivery, and site management. He provides an overview of smart buildings, smart workspaces, and smart facilities
management.
01:09 Introduction to Smart Site Production Rooms
Jon Knight discusses the concept of a smart site production room, emphasizing the use of multi-screen environments to support various digital content and remote participation.
03:48 Real-World Implementation and Benefits
Paul Bingham emphasizes that the discussed concepts are already being implemented in the real world with tangible benefits, preparing the ground for deeper discussion on these technologies.
07:34 Challenges and Successes in Technology Integration
Paul Bingham and Jon Knight engage in a detailed conversation about the challenges and successes of integrating technology in the construction sector, including digital transformation imperatives in the UK and globally.
15:45 Barriers to Technology Adoption in Construction
Jon Knight explains the barriers to technology adoption, focusing on the skills gap and the need for more integrated digital solutions on-site.
19:37 Practical Aspects of Digital Project Management
Paul Bingham discusses the practical aspects of project management on construction sites and how digital tools can transform standard practices of scheduling and problem-solving.
23:45 Value and ROI from Digital Solutions in Construction
Jon Knight shares insights on the value and return on investment from deploying digital solutions in construction, stressing the importance of centralized communication and real-time collaboration.
27:32 Closing Remarks on the Necessity of a Digital-First Strategy
Paul Bingham wraps up the webinar by reiterating the importance of a digital-first strategy in the construction industry, highlighting upcoming opportunities at Digital Construction Week to engage with these technologies firsthand. He stresses that embracing technology is essential for survival and success in the rapidly evolving construction sector.
The webinar concludes with a strong message on the critical need for digital transformation in the construction industry, emphasizing that companies must adopt these changes swiftly to remain competitive and efficient.
