Fresh off quarterbacking this process at Clancy & Theys Construction Company, Georgia Loadholt will share a step-by-step game plan to tackle one of the industry's greatest divides in project management: cloud-based software. The rivalry among predominant software systems continues to grow and new companies are entering the playing field. This session will teach companies how to silence the noise and select the software that is best fit for their current and future needs. In this session, Georgia will discuss the key features and capabilities to look for in a PM software system, and explore how to prioritize each during your search. You will gain firsthand insights into how Clancy & Theys planned, executed, monitored, and controlled the software search and engaged key stakeholders. Hear the challenges and lessons learned regarding standardization, deployment, and the securing of buy-in across the company. Additionally, Georgia will explore the importance of partnership and discuss how Autodesk was best suited for the role.

In today's digital age, extracting Revit model data and visualizing it effectively is paramount to successful project delivery. Woods Bagot is a global firm with 17 offices. In the last month, there were 450+ active Revit users accessing 34,000+ unique Revit files and producing 126+ million data points. This session will explore the intricacies of extracting and using Revit model data, ensuring its relevancy, and using various tools for data collection. We'll explore innovative approaches to data visualization, highlighting the importance of clear, concise, and effective presentations. Join us to discover how to harness the power of data to enhance architectural designs and communicate ideas across borders.

ISO 19650 outlines protocols for managing construction project information, particularly emphasizing building information modeling (BIM). In North America, where architectural firms play a pivotal role in urban development and infrastructure, understanding ISO 19650 is critical for competitiveness and project efficiency. This session will explore its specifics for North American architectural companies. It emphasizes standardized documentation, data exchange formats, and BIM methodologies, which improve collaboration, accuracy, and reliability. Compliance with ISO 19650 mitigates risks related to data loss, version control, and legal liabilities, ensuring project integrity. It also supports the adoption of digital technologies and innovative project delivery methods, positioning firms as leaders in digital transformation and sustainability.

The Autodesk 2024 Design and Make report showcases that 77% of companies report that upskilling employees is important. They also report they lack resources needed to design training programs. The Design and Make report also reflects that between 2021 and 2023 there's been a 143% increase in Autodesk's Media and Entertainment certification adoption, a 71% increase in AECO certification adoption, and a 100% increase in Autodesk's Design and Make certification adoption. Professionals and educators will learn about Autodesk's recognized certification and how earning certification helps validate your skills to employers and gives you the ability to differentiate yourself in this competitive labor force. Attendees will learn about available learning and training to upskill in Autodesk products. Additionally, they'll learn about our global distribution channels and reduced-price bulk vouchers for teams or students. Lastly, we'll discuss available state government funding for students. Twenty-five random attendees will receive a free voucher to take a professional Autodesk Certification exam.

ITC Limited has developed a diverse range of infrastructure across various asset classes. However, the company recognized the need to improve project management by making outcomes more predictable. To achieve this, ITC looked toward digitalization and a cultural shift by embracing new technologies. The goals included enhancing data accessibility, incorporating building information modeling (BIM), improving digital maturity, and reducing regimental processes. With the help of Autodesk Construction Cloud, establishing a common data environment (CDE) was straightforward, enabling traceable and accountable automated workflows essential for ISO 19650 compliance. This led to the project receiving the Kitemark certification, marking it as the first in India and fourth globally to achieve "Project Kitemark certification." This achievement underscores ITC's successful digital transformation, improving information management, document standardization, workflow automation, and information exchange ecosystems.

Are you finding it challenging to track project components from design to handover? Since 2020, total project input costs—from labor to materials and equipment—have increased by 41%, making the design, delivery, installation, and commissioning of critical components a focal point for successful project delivery. With the Assets tool in Autodesk Construction Cloud, there's a better way—better resource planning, better progress tracking, and a better return on your building information modeling (BIM) investment with project assets from design to handover, all in one place. Join this class for industry best practices and a preview of Autodesk's comprehensive asset-tracking technology that provides your office and on-site teams with reliable 3D tools to deliver quality projects and get a handle on project costs.

In today's environment of digital project delivery, many opportunities exist for enhancing current project delivery processes from design to construction. This sharing session will build upon last year's tech talk: "Bridging Innovative Opportunities for Digital Project Delivery." It will touch upon the innovative initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)—the Project Delivery Collaboration Center (PDCC)—which had a soft rollout in Spring 2024. The PDCC is meant to be a one-stop shop or hub for project managers. The initial rollout familiarized teams with the backbone of the solution, Autodesk Construction Cloud. As the PDCC continues to develop and evolve, integrations with department systems and other off-the-shelf solutions will be implemented. A few key integrations in development are with Asta Powerproject Vision, Bentley Systems' ProjectWise, Sitelink, and Voyager. Behind the scenes, the PDCC is not one solution; but to the end user, the intent is that it appears as one.

Do you have a requirement to deliver IFC 4.3 on your infrastructure project but you're not sure where to begin? Confused as to what's possible with IFC 4.3? Unsure how to map Civil 3D objects to IFC 4.3? Since the release of IFC 4.3 for infrastructure, many users are unsure of how to implement IFC into their daily workflows and project deliveries. This class will detail exactly how you can implement IFC 4.3 into linear infrastructure workflows to take full advantage of openBIM for infrastructure and the vastly improved IFC 4.3 schema. This session will demonstrate how to configure the IFC 4.3 Extension for Civil 3D software the right way to map a wide range of Civil 3D objects to IFC 4.3, enabling seamless export and import. We'll discover how to improve interoperability between Civil 3D and Revit software by using IFC 4.3, all while discovering top tips and real-world use cases for working with IFC 4.3 in Civil 3D.

Explore the fusion of ancient culture and modern technology in the Longmen Grottoes metaverse project by Xu Hui Design Co., Ltd. Discover how Autodesk software was instrumental in creating a digital replica of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. This session will cover the innovative process—from 3D modeling with Autodesk tools to virtual space planning—culminating in a metaverse experience that preserves and promotes cultural heritage. Learn about the challenges of digitizing intricate sculptures and the impact on sustainable tourism and education. This case study is for professionals interested in the intersection of technology, cultural preservation, and the future of interactive learning experiences.

Over the last few years, as we build toward a more resilient future, there's been a tremendous increase in the demand for renewable power, ports of entry, infrastructure, logistics facilities, and manufacturing. However, as the projects have grown in scope, so has the owners' need to receive a higher standard of work from architects, engineers, and builders. This session will address the importance of data governance in mission-critical projects and how it can lead to successful project delivery. We'll understand what owners expect for delivery from traditional and innovative formats like digital docs and signed-off model content. We'll also discover what it takes to meet delivery expectations when the owner specifies a deliverable but doesn't necessarily know the exact outcome. If you want to know what it takes to deliver successfully with lessons learned in the trenches, then join this session!

Join us on an inspiring journey through Babcock's transformation into a digital shipyard. We've invested significantly in automation, system architecture, and connectivity, reshaping manufacturing processes with data as our guiding force. This thought-provoking talk will explore an approach to identifying "master" data and implementing a distributed configuration management model. You'll learn how this model ensures the integrity of product configuration throughout project execution and delivery, fostering seamless connections between people and processes while boosting productivity. Additionally, you'll gain valuable insights into our use of Vault software for product configuration management, maintaining a consistent production baseline and driving data-driven outcomes.

Frustrated by communication breakdowns slowing down your architecture, engineering, and construction projects? Discover how Autodesk Construction Cloud can revolutionize the way your design teams collaborate. This cloud-based platform goes beyond software limitations, fostering seamless teamwork anytime, anywhere. Imagine a central hub for all project discussions, meeting minutes, and reports, keeping everyone informed and aligned with the project. Autodesk Construction Cloud streamlines workflows by automating tasks and managing documents efficiently. The result? Improved communication, boosted project efficiency, and a significant impact on your overall project delivery. In summary, this session will equip you with the knowledge to centralize communication for complete project transparency, enable real-time collaboration across disciplines, and streamline workflows for maximum project efficiency.

The schedule is never done. Plans change and schedules needs to adapt. Project scope, deadlines, and resource availability are all constraints that impact a schedule. These constraints often change throughout a project's lifecycle, and production teams need to be capable of making swift adjustments to keep their projects moving forward. On large-scale productions with thousands of tasks, making these changes can be a massive undertaking. Generative Scheduling is a tool that facilitates large-scale schedule iteration, pulling production schedules from Autodesk Flow Production Tracking. In this session, we'll look at how to use Generative Scheduling, use constraints to iterate on and optimize a schedule, create hypothetical scheduling scenarios, and use resource shaping to refine schedules. Simplify your production scheduling workflow by enabling production teams to quickly iterate and plan against ever-changing project requirements with this easy-to-use tool.

In this workshop, we'll discuss how we used Maya software to create our short film Scrap Metal. We will take a deep dive into what kickstarted the project, how we got it funded, and all the technical and creative challenges. We'll also talk about managing a short film of this scale and complexity on an indie budget. At the end, we'll discuss the further development of the IP, and where we want to go next.

This presentation will dive into a groundbreaking case study of BRK Ambiental, Brazil's second-largest water utility, which implemented advanced automation techniques in the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities. We will explore how the use of generative design software not only streamlined the utility's infrastructure design processes, but also significantly reduced project timelines and costs, while enhancing compliance with stringent environmental regulations. Attendees will learn about the specific challenges BRK Ambiental faced, including the need for rapid design of wastewater infrastructure to meet increasing demand and compliance pressures. The session will highlight how automated design tools facilitated innovative solutions and accelerated project delivery, setting a new standard for efficiency in the water utility sector.

In this session, we'll explore the profound impact that diversifying trade partner relationships has had on the construction industry, and how using AI streamlines subcontractor sourcing, enhancing compliance efforts and fostering innovation. Join us to discover how embracing diversity drives down costs, increases competition, and cultivates a more robust and resilient construction landscape. We'll showcase the transformative power of inclusion in propelling the industry forward.

Join us for an insightful session on how Ayelet Studio, with just three artists and an 18-member team, created the narrative-driven game Unsung Empires: The Cholas using Maya software as a pivotal tool. Discover how we harnessed Maya software's powerful features for prototyping, modeling, and animation to streamline workflows and bring the game to life. Learn how the immersive experience—enriched by captivating storytelling, unique artistic styles, memorable characters, engaging dialogues, and evocative music—resonated deeply within the gaming community, fostering a sense of pride among players. Explore the secrets behind the success of Unsung Empires: The Cholas and gain valuable insights into using Maya for game development.

Discover how leading companies are transforming automation with Datagrid.ai agents. Ever spent hours on a project only to redo it from scratch? Imagine an AI agent that redoes work flawlessly and automates it, saving you time and frustration. Learn how national contractors and renowned real estate companies unleashed AI agents on Autodesk Construction Cloud data to drastically reduce workloads and save hundreds of hours every week. In this talk, you'll uncover how to enable your data with AI agents that can harness knowledge and tools to automate tasks, uncover insights, and elevate productivity.

Explore the industry trends and macro-economic conditions shaping the future of AEC technology. Learn from product and strategy leaders what Autodesk is doing to support AEC excellence and innovation, while evolving the portfolio of software your design and construction teams trust to get the job done. From desktop to cloud, from product to platform, and from CAD and BIM and into the era of AI: go in-depth in this session to see how Autodesk is transforming design, construction, and project delivery tools to better support the people, teams, and technologies that allow you to transform your businesses, and give shape to our world.

Despite the proven benefits of using industrial construction (IC), it still only accounts for a small share of the U.S. construction market. This session will briefly review the benefits of IC and how it may be critical to tackling some of the most entrenched challenges in the construction industry today, including skilled worker shortages and safety concerns. We'll examine how the wider use of IC will impact the existing workforce—both negatively through displacement of workers, and positively through job creation, different working conditions, and younger and more diverse populations being drawn into the industry. We'll also look at what is needed to prepare the workforce to benefit from this transition, including training in needed skills. Steve Jones, Senior Director of Industry Insights Research at Dodge Data & Analytics (Dodge) will present findings from a recent study commissioned by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and conducted by Dodge and WSU.