Panel Discussion: Developing a Comprehensive Data Ecosystem Roadmap to Leverage AI Across the Construction Industry
The construction industry is traditionally slow to adopt new technologies. However, they now face the urgent need to embrace AI and data-driven decision-making.
This panel brings together key stakeholders from across the value chain to address the challenges of implementing AI in a fragmented and often paper-based industry. Industry
leaders will explore how a comprehensive data ecosystem can serve as the foundation for AI adoption, driving productivity, reducing costs, and enhancing project outcomes.
• Current state of AI and data utilization in construction: Successes, challenges, and opportunities
• Strategies for overcoming industry fragmentation and fostering data collaboration across project stakeholders
• Developing a unified data ecosystem: Integrating diverse sources from design to project management
• Leveraging AI for predictive analytics in risk management, resource allocation, and scheduling
• Addressing data privacy, security, and ownership concerns in collaborative environments
• Workforce development: Cultivating data literacy and AI skills across construction organizations
• Future outlook: How AI and data-driven decision-making will reshape construction in the next 5-10 years
Speakers
Robin Patra Head of Data: Platform, Product, and Engineering - ARCO Construction Company, Inc
Atul Paralkar Director of Business Intelligence - JRM Construction Management
Patrick Hennessey Director, Scheduling and Analytics - Harkins Builders, Inc.
