Maintaining competitiveness in a digital-first world is essential for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Join James Hyde, Director at Allen Pyke Associates, and Firas Hnoosh, Managing Director at Nordic Office Architects (NOA), as they discuss how cloud collaboration and data security streamline workflows for SMBs in architecture. 

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the engineering industry, enhancing workflows, optimizing design, and enabling data-driven decision-making. In this session, Markus Weidner, Chief Innovation Officer at Pennoni, and Thomas Grogan, Senior Director, Economics and Market Intelligence at ACEC, will explore real-world AI applications and provide practical guidance on how firms can assess technology investments to stay competitive in an AI-powered world.

AI’s success in AEC relies on a well-prepared data environment. Join Tom Barnaby, Manager of Enterprise Intelligence at PCL Construction as he explores practical strategies for ensuring data consistency and quality to drive reliable AI outcomes in training, onboarding, and project workflows.

Traditional document management can lead to inefficiencies and duplicated efforts, but digital transformation can revolutionize your approach. Join Glenn McCaffrey, Digital Construction Director at McLaughlin & Harvey, as he discusses how adopting Egnyte streamlines work-in-progress (WIP) management, enhances collaboration, and drives efficiency.

Moving to the cloud is no longer just about storage—it’s about transforming how AEC firms manage, collaborate, and secure their data. Pfluger Architects’ Director of Technology Jacqueline Warner shares insights into their firm’s journey to the cloud, breaking down how they considered the real-world cost-benefit analysis that drove their decision.

The AEC industry is at a turning point as it faces rising complexity, evolving client demands, and the need for smarter, more connected workflows. The Innovation Design Consortium (IDC) is leading this transformation, leveraging data and AI to drive industry-wide change. Join IDC’s Board of Directors Chair Peter Devereaux and Executive Committee Chair Brooke Grammier as they discuss the formation of the IDC, highlight the groundbreaking projects they’ve recently completed, and share their vision for the future. This keynote will explore how firms can embrace AI-driven collaboration, optimize knowledge sharing, and become part of a growing movement redefining industry standards.