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The construction industry is undergoing a major digital transformation due to rapid industrialization, which brings pressing challenges, including workforce adaptation, lack of standardization, and skill gaps. As change accelerates, professionals struggle to keep up, and vulnerabilities become exposed, threatening project integrity and widening industry disparities. This panel discussion offers a timely platform for experts to share insights, experiences, and best practices for navigating the industrialization of construction. By addressing the urgent need to adapt to new technologies and methodologies and manage risks, this panel will foster dialog and collaboration among industry professionals. As a result, you will learn about the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the industrialization era, bridging gaps and maximizing opportunities presented by advanced technologies. Professionals will be empowered to overcome challenges and maximize sustainability, efficiency, and innovation.
Key Learnings
- Learn strategies to maximize technology for improving construction outcomes and efficiency.
- Discover practical ways to incorporate automation and digitization to boost productivity and reduce costs across projects.
- Explore ways to ensure infrastructure projects withstand challenges by optimizing performance and enhancing resilience.
- Gain insights into sustainable design practices and strategies to reduce the environmental impacts of projects.
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Fope BademosiFope Bademosi is a Circular Economy and Construction Researcher at Autodesk. Her research focuses on construction sustainability and circularity, net zero construction, and the industrialization of construction. With more than eight years of experience in the construction industry, she is a true advocate for integrating technology to transform construction processes and achieve sustainable solutions that tackle pressing global issues. Fope is also an educator who shares her knowledge and experience with others. She received her Ph.D. in Design, Construction, and Planning with a construction management concentration from the University of Florida in 2019. She previously taught at the Wentworth Institute of Technology as an assistant professor in the Construction Management program. Outside of her research work, she is passionate about sharing her expertise and experience with others. She is dedicated to making a difference in students’ lives and encouraging the next generation of construction professionals. She is actively involved in educational outreach, working with pre-college and college students to inspire and guide them on their career paths by shedding light on the exciting opportunities available within the construction industry. In her free time, Fope is an avid reader with a particular interest in the works of Stephen King. She also indulges her sweet tooth as a novice ice cream connoisseur, always on the hunt for new and exciting flavors. Beyond her professional pursuits, Fope is a dedicated volunteer at Cradles to Crayons Boston and is a champion for educational equity.- NMNeil MeredithNeil currently works at Assembly OSM a modular building startup that has grown out of SHoP Architects. At AOSM Neil leads the technology group focusing on software development, and model-based manufacturing and assembly of high-rise buildings. Before joining Assembly Neil worked in the sub-contractor/fabricator space at both MG McGrath and Island Exterior Fabricators with a focus on unitized building enclosures. Key projects include the US Olympic & Paralympic Museum (USOPM), St. Nicholas Cathedral, BAM/PFA museum and Vikings Stadium. Prior to McGrath Neil also worked at Gehry Technologies and Front, specializing in technology, complex geometry and parametric design. Projects include the Broad Museum, Brooklyn Arena, Burj Khalifa ceiling, Edmonton airport, and the Yas Island Hotel. Neil holds a B.S. and M.Arch in Architecture from the University of Michigan, and is a licensed architect (MI #1301066407). He has taught at Columbia University, the University of Michigan, and the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). In the Spring 2010 term Neil was part of the C-BIP studio teaching team at Columbia University GSAPP. He is also a former lecturer at the University of Michigan where he operated the schools Digital Fabrication Lab and taught in the areas of design, construction and fabrication. Independent design work is grouped under the umbrella of Sheet Design LLC. Following a three-month residency at the European Ceramic Workcentre (.ekwc), research into ceramic building materials was published in Loose Fit: Experimental Ceramic Building Materials, as well as Transmaterial 3. The resulting ceramic building products are also part of the materials database at Material ConneXion. The project won in the furniture category for the 2009 ID Magazine Annual Design Review. Originally from outside Detroit, Michigan, he currently lives in Ridgewood, Queens.
Josh LobelJosh helps improve the business value of projects and capital programs for owners and AEC providers through technology strategy and industry intelligence. Josh came to Autodesk with over 20 years as an AEC digital leader and advisor focused on leveraging technology to improve project delivery. Josh's professional experience includes hands-on implementation of Computational / Generative Design for Construction, Industrialized Construction, Prefab and Offsite Construction, and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA). Josh serves on several industry organizations including research team chair with the Construction Industries Institute (CII) and sits on the Steering Committee for BioPhorum's Technology Strategy Phorum. Josh holds a Bachelors of Architecture from Cornell University and a Master of Science in Architectural Studies, Design Computation, from MIT.- KBKelly BarberKelly Barber, P.E., is the Division Chief of the Engineering Automation and Services Division (EASD) within the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Kelly has over 20 years of experience with the Department and has held multiple positions through out her career with the Department progressing from Design Project Delivery work to Project Schedules, Specification and Constructabilty to her current position in EASD within the Bureau of Construction and Materials. Kelly is the lead for the Department's Augmented Reality, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems including construction analytics, e-Ticketing and Design Collaboration efforts. She has a B.S. in Civil Engineering and M. Eng in Engineering Science from The Pennsylvania State University. Kelly is also a registered P.E. in PA and MD.
Magdalena KowalczykMagdalena is a research engineer within the Autodesk Research Industry Futures organization and is based in London, UK. For most of her career, she has worked with customers to develop innovative solutions using cutting-edge design and manufacturing technologies. Her specialties include part performance optimization through generative design, additive manufacturing technologies, and design for manufacturing and assembly with over a decade of experience working across different industries such as aerospace, automotive, industrial/tooling, medical, and more. Currently, Magda’s research focus is the Industrialization of Construction, where she’s been researching the industry's state, exploring technologies and trends, and identifying opportunities for innovation and growth within the sector. Her work seeks to apply a wealth of manufacturing expertise to the convergence of manufacturing strategy and construction demands. Magda enjoys watching documentaries and reading books in her free time, especially about naval history.
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