Contechtrio - Talking Construction Tech

EPISODE 434: We are in an exciting, transformative era where new technologies, like AI, are reshaping industries at every level. But is the construction industry truly prepared to embrace these advances without fear?In this week’s episode, Jeff Sample chats with Usman Shuja, the CEO of Bluebeam, about how AI and technology impact the construction industry.With a background in AI development across high-stakes industries, Usman provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities for digital transformation in construction.Today, we dive into the need to respect domain expertise and economic motivations across the construction value chain, the critical role of change management, Bluebeam’s ethical AI practices, and more.Tune in to learn where the industry is headed and what construction professionals can do to stay ahead.Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)From IBM to Bluebeam (01:10)Lessons that got Usman into construction tech (03:59)Unique challenges in construction’s value chain (07:58)Key strat