Building the Future

Episode Description

In this episode of Wired to Build, host Nick Caravella and Christy Hunt are joined by infrastructure experts Matthew Valle and Nick Nadeau of Infrastructure Ventures and InfraTalk. Together, they dive deep into the exciting developments and challenges in digital construction, infrastructure modernization, and the future of transportation in the U.S. From the LA Olympics’ infrastructure needs to the rise of AI and digital tools in the construction industry, this episode explores how technology is transforming the way we build. Learn about the latest advancements, the importance of open data systems, and how innovators are reshaping transportation for the 21st century. Tune in for a data-driven conversation that will leave you wired to build!

Episode Takeaways

• The Impact of Digital Construction: How digital tools like BIM and AI are reshaping infrastructure projects, creating more efficient workflows, and enhancing data management.
• The Role of Public-Private Partnerships: How collaborations between government and private sector innovators are crucial for advancing infrastructure projects.
• Funding and Modernization: Insights into the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and how it’s fueling the modernization of U.S. infrastructure.
• The Importance of Open Data: Learn about the push for open, interoperable data standards and their impact on construction and asset management.
• Future of Transportation: What cities like Los Angeles are doing to prepare for global events like the Olympics and how transportation innovation is set to change how we move.