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AI and Decision-Making in AEC: Translating Predictive Analytics into Practice

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AI and Decision Making in AEC: Translating Predictive Analytics into Practice

Predictive analytics is coming to construction. Josh Kanner of Smartvid.io shares how you can use AI and machine learning to improve workplace safety.



 

Every day in the United States, an average of five people die in an accident on a construction site. With predictive analytics, you can analyze current conditions on the ground and predict—then prevent—risks. Josh Kanner, CEO and founder of Smartvid.io, shares the work of “Vinnie,” their AI engine that’s driving a 60% reduction in recordable safety incidents for clients in construction.

About the speaker

Josh Kanner is a software engineer and executive with a background in cloud collaboration, mobility, and web environments. He is the founder and CEO of Smartvid.io. Before that, he was a partner or founder in three other venture capital-backed software start-ups. He holds an MBA in technology strategy from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

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