How Engineers Can Be Better Humans in a World of AI
“The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race. It would take off on its own, and re-design itself at an ever increasing rate. Humans, who are limited by slow biological evolution, couldn’t compete, and would be superseded.” ~ Stephen Hawking, as told to the BBC Quotes like the […]
How Mind Mapping Can Revolutionize Your Productivity
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by your to-do lists and scattered thoughts? Mind mapping might just be the solution you’ve been looking for. This powerful tool can help you organize your ideas, boost your creativity, and improve your overall productivity. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of mind mapping and how you […]
Building Trust Between AI & AEC
One could argue that some skepticism is necessary for engineers to do quality work and protect the safety and welfare of the public, especially when it comes to implementing new practices. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues emerging as a powerful tool throughout the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, we may naturally hesitate to adopt […]
Reinventing the Wheel: How AI Is Shaping the Future of Transportation Engineering
As a passionate engineer with a lot of interest in transportation, I have always been fascinated by the potential of technology’s impact on our everyday lives. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has started to creep into the world of transportation engineering, and I can’t help but feel excited about the future. So, grab a […]
From Blueprint to Bots: The AEC Guide to Integrating AI and Automation
I’m pretty sure everyone has seen an attention-grabbing headline about how robotic process automation, machine learning (RPA/ML), and artificial general intelligence (AI) threaten our very existence. While this “new” raft of technologies is not new at all (large language models, for example, have been around for years), the very public realization about its impact and […]
Beyond Automation: Leveraging AI in Engineering Without Neglecting Expertise
“Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have faith in people, that they’re basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they’ll do wonderful things with them.” ~ Steve Jobs In the dynamic realm of engineering, leveraging AI has ushered in a new era marked by efficiency and innovation. However, as […]
Proven Engineer Retention Strategies for 2024
In this article, I’d like to discuss the alarming rate at which engineering professionals are leaving their firms today. This will continue for some time, but I want to share an image and analogy to help you think through how you can prevent your professionals from “jumping ship.” After talking with some clients recently, I […]
Take Your Learning to the Next Level: Enter the Feynman Technique
Let’s say you want to take a shot at learning something new. Now whether it’s a language, a software, or a college-level calculus problem, the Feynman technique can help you to master any subject. This powerful learning technique is named after the Nobel prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, who was made famous for his ability to […]
AI in the AEC Industry – It’s Already Here in a Big Way
I recently had the opportunity to attend the Zweig: Minds and Machines Conference in Nashville, TN. The conference was a very interesting, in-depth look into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and the inevitable impact its implementation will have in our industry. It might come as a bit of a shock but at this very […]
Employee Engagement 2.0 and the ‘New Work Covenant’
As I work directly with dozens of executive leaders and speak at conferences and events around the country, I continue to hear a lot of concern about employee productivity and workplace culture and whether to remain hybrid or work flexible. This is the wrong concern. The right concern for those seeking next-level success in this […]
