Bridging the Gap: Insights & Innovations in Construction

Combining Craftsmanship and Technology

Are you ensuring the wisdom of the field in your technology? How can you know? Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Troy DeGroot as they talk about the need for consistent workflow standards across teams, foundational building blocks for technology adoption, how it’s possible to increase both efficiency and accuracy, and utilizing Bluebeam as a genuine game-changer. With over 20 years as a Detailer, Designer, and BIM Manager prior to teaching, Troy DeGroot has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end-users, common goals of management, and the capacities of Bluebeam® technology. As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy increases productivity for Project Managers, predictability for BIM/VDC Managers, and helps maximize software adoption for CEO/CIOs.

Attitudes Towards Technology

What is your instinctive reaction to technology? How does that impact your work in construction? Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Peyton Kringlie as they discuss a recent article Peyton wrote around the different approaches to technology in construction, encouraging those who need a confidence boost in technology, staying humble while you’re trying out something new, and what innovation looks like real-time. 
Peyton Kringlie, Business Analyst from LS Black Constructors has experience in several domains. Peyton grew up in a family owned, Construction/Building Material Supply company located in the Dakotas. He then received degrees in Business and Construction Management from the University of Minnesota. After pursuing traditional Project Engineer route, he then transitioned to Business Analyst, where he leads his company, LS Black, in all its efforts with Technology and Innovation. He recently wrote an article, highlighting the difficulties of technology adoption, specifically in the Construction Industry, but provides takeaway insight from Psychology research to help.

Constructing Empathy and Leadership

What is the impact of an empathic leader in construction? How can vision-casting help improve operational efficiency? Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Sean Reid as they discuss the remote workforce, the appeal and potential of the construction industry, new approaches towards leadership in the industry, the importance of empathy in the workplace, and the new generation of workers who want to see new and better things from their workplace and jobs. 
Sean Reid is Vice President of Strategy and Business Operations for Aedo, a leader in data-enablement solutions for construction. He is also a certified leadership coach, and a recognized expert in operational planning and execution, leadership communication, and team performance. In his work at Aedo, Sean and his team are developing software and consulting solutions that help contractors create high-performance, data-driven operating cultures, and leverage innovative analytic and AI capabilities to drive new levels of growth, profitability, and market opportunity.

Staying Curious

We are flipping the script and showing respect for perspective. It’s time to look at ConTech through an architect’s eyes. Join host Todd and guest Maya Leigh as they discuss common myths about architects, how to utilize self-reflection after you’re done with a project, what a project might look like in an ideal world, the need for curiosity, and asking others for help. 
Maya Leigh is a senior architect and team leader at Moshe Zur Architects and Town Planners, one of the leading architecture firms in Israel. Over the last 13 years she has gained extensive experience using Revit and BIM, planning projects ranging from high rise residences and hotels to office buildings. She is interested in the intersection of architecture and technology and is deeply curious and excited about what the future holds for the AEC industry.

Building Digital Resiliency: A Special Crosspod Recapping Digital Agility Summit

Join this special episode as Bridging the Gap joins forces with our sister podcast The AEC Disruptors hosted by Christopher Riddell to recap the biggest takeaways for the Digital Agility Summit. Todd and Christopher are joined by solutions engineer and cloud infrastructure strategist Jason Schmidt of Applied Software to unpack whether the intensity of work has changed over the past year, the potential future technology trends of the AEC industry, the ways in which we’ll need to adapt to technology, and what we can look forward to when it comes to digital transformation. 
Christopher Riddell is the Director of Innovation at Applied Software and host of the AEC Disruptors podcast. Over the last several years, he has placed an emphasis on utilizing technologies such as Dynamo to extend the power of Revit and other BIM technologies. He is passionate about the transfer of knowledge from one group to the next, which he believes is the key to overall success in the AEC industry. 
Jason Schmidt is an AEC industry specialist and Technology leader, with over 29 years of progressive IT & Design Technology experience, helping enhance AEC processes and workflows. He has the experience to interact and communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals and groups, including all levels of management.

Securing Your Data with Agility

Cyber security is a massive part of being digitally agile. How secure is your data? Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Phil Keeney as they discuss trends in cybersecurity, practical steps towards implementing cybersecurity, the importance of resiliency, important commitments to map out before obtaining CMMC, the definition of digital agility, and how to truly understand innovation. 
Phil Keeney leads the Stambaugh Ness TechSolutions team, providing technology consulting and implementation to over 800 clients including the architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, governmental, and health care industries. Working closely with clients, Phil develops innovative solutions designed to contribute to the company’s overall growth and profitability. Phil manages and deploys technology initiatives for clients via ERP, EDI, and CRM, as well as developing and managing all aspects of their technological infrastructure, technology inventory and staff. His years of experience also includes performing IT security audits, intrusion/penetration testing, and long-term strategic planning.

It Is Ok to Be Uncomfortable

Are you ignoring what is possible by not taking the time needed to understand perspectives? Join host Todd and guest Mike Buckiewicz as they talk through the value of soft skills in construction, the human element needed, utilizing disruption for the betterment of your company and the encouraging other construction innovators. 
Mike Buckiewicz’s career spans technology, construction, government, and private consulting engagements that are all focused on identifying methods or strategies to improve the way that things get done. This unique blend of experience enables me to connect with a wide variety of people in order to define the objectives and build buy-in for a unified vision of success. He works in Virtual VDC Management, Construction Technology Adoption, and Agile Facilitation.

Leveling Up Digital Transformation

How can you take advantage of the moment others pull back from? Join host Todd and guest Dan Waldschmidt as they discuss the concept of “leveling up,” ultra-marathon lessons for AEC, how failure can set you up for success, the digital transformation happening in the AEC industry right now, and the essential foundation of caring. 
Dan Waldschmidt is the Chief Revenue Officer at Panzura, the leading high-performance global cloud file system that allows users to work together as if they were in the same room. He is the pulse of the company, using every ounce of his energy to ensure sustainable, long-term health and growth opportunities. He is also the co-founder and partner of EDGY Inc, a highly-focused, invite-only, business strategy execution company based out of Silicon Valley. As a champion ultra-runner and elite strategist to business leaders across the world, Dan pushes the limits of high performance in everything that he attempts.

Seeking to Improve Construction

Join host Todd and guest Michael Reuter as they discuss the biggest misconceptions about BIM Coordination, the latest trends in construction data, taking a deep dive into integrations, finding a space for creative problem solving, and new features coming to 360 Sync.
Michael Reuter is a Customer Success Advocate, Senior Technology Specialist, BIM Coordinator, and BIM Advocate at Applied Software. He implements, trains, sets metrics and follows up with BIM implementation for Applied Software’s construction clients to ensure the success of implementation. He holds a Master’s of Building Science from Auburn University.

Eliminating Roadblocks for Others

Sometimes, you just have to earn the right to be heard by doing the work. Join host Todd and guest Steve King of eVolve MEP as they discuss the need for better communication from the office to the jobsite, how more verbal communication does not always mean better communication, technology’s role and the importance of focusing on the roadblocks for others. 
Steve King is a Product Manager and Prefabrication Consultant at eVolve MEP. He has over 30 years of experience in the Electrical Contracting industry and has experience with Project Estimating, Project Management Project Planning, Design and Trade Coordination, and Fabrication.