Driving Construction Progress With Common Data
Episode Description
In this episode, Nick and Avi celebrate Avicado’s ninth birthday and discuss the milestones achieved over the years. They are joined by Nathan Wood, the Executive Director of the Construction Progress Coalition, who shares his journey and the formation of the coalition.
The conversation delves into the importance of real-time data and the need for a common data exchange framework. Listeners will learn about the challenges of data standards and the value of tagging and categorizing information.
The conversation covers subjects such as project health, sustainability, design thinking, asset life cycle management, DEI, ESG, resource problems, the cost of inexperience, vulnerability, data culture, collaborative decision-making, measurement, and empathy for owners. The conversation concludes with a discussion of upcoming events and the importance of staying Wired to Build.
Episode Takeaways
- Avicado celebrates its ninth birthday and reflects on its milestones.
- Real-time data and integrated project delivery are crucial for driving change in the construction industry.
- The Construction Progress Coalition aims to facilitate collaboration and connectivity in the industry through the common data exchange framework.
- Tagging and categorizing RFIs can improve data quality and streamline communication among stakeholders. Interoperability and data-driven decision making are crucial in the AEC industry.
- Project health should be measured holistically, considering factors such as sustainability and mental health.
- Understanding the motivations and perspectives of stakeholders is essential in promoting DEI and driving change.
- ESG metrics can provide valuable insights into program and portfolio health.
- Data culture and transparency are key indicators of organizational maturity.
- Collaborative decision-making and a focus on measurement can lead to improved project outcomes.
- Context and good RCA processes are necessary for effective data-driven decision making.
