In this episode, Nick Caravella and Avi Levin interviews Andy Steele, the Chief Strategy Officer at Buildots, about the challenges and opportunity around progress tracking on projects. Throughout the conversation, we explore the importance of progress tracking, and the many ways to measure progress, to help teams stay on schedule. By leveraging technology solutions, Owners can avoid delays, mitigate risk, and help drive performance and accountability across their vendors. In addition, we explore the impacts of construction scheduling and how building a transparent approach for teams can ultimately improve outcomes and improve the mental health of the construction profession.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Overview
(01:25) Driving Efficiency and Service Excellence in the Public Sector
(03:11) The Importance of Data Points in Project Delivery
(04:04) Introducing Andy and His Background in Construction
(08:46) The Role of Technology in Construction
(14:15) Buildots' Focus on Productivity in Construction
(19:04) The Impact of Progress Tracking on Project Timelines
(21:30) Understanding Productivity Rates in Construction
(24:24) The Integration of Progress Tracking with Digital Twin Technology
(27:12) The Importance of Data for Building Safety and Compliance
(28:12) The Need for Data Management and Accountability in Construction
(29:39) The Future of Progress Tracking and Accountability in Construction
(34:56) Technology as a Catalyst for Change in Construction
(45:36) Prioritizing Health and Safety in the Industry
(54:01) Collaboration and Cultural Change in Construction
