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Digital Built Forum (DBF)

Digital Built Forum

The Digital Built Forum (DBF) Podcast explores digital and data innovation in the built environment. Join Adam and Gavin as they discuss everything from the planning and design of public places and spaces, to the operation and maintenance of infrastructure assets. Guest commentators join the hosts who represent policy making, professional practice and academia. The podcast is powered by the Digital Built Forum, an engagement platform to help drive a digital built environment. See:

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00:17:44

Episode 56: Digital Games Dispatch #1

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/10/12

In this kick-off episode of the "Digital Games Dispatch" series, hosts Adam Beck and Gavin Cotterill dive into the evolving role of digital enablement in the context of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Drawing on their recent experiences and insights from past events—including the Sydney, London, Rio, Tokyo, and Paris Games—they discuss how digital and data-driven strategies have transformed everything from planning and operations to legacy and fan experience.The

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00:39:40

Episode 55: AI in the workplace - Chapter 3

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/09/10

Welcome to another episode of Season 6 of the Digital Built Forum podcast! In this episode. Host Adam Beck sits down with Katherine Tobias, co-founder and CEO of InsightWise. They discuss Katherine's journey from leading Smart Cities initiatives at KPMG to creating the leading platform for consultants and strategy teams globally with Insight wise. Katherine shares insights on how AI is disrupting the consulting industry, the importance of blending digital and human intelligence, and the role of

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00:45:37

Episode 54: AI in the workplace - Chapter 2

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/09/01

In this episode of the Digital Built Forum podcast, co-host Adam Beck sits down with Jacy Macnee, a seasoned urban planner and the planning lead for the Land IQ platform at Property and Development New South Wales. Together, they discuss the influence of artificial intelligence on urban planning, Jacy's career trajectory, and the future of planning technology. Jacy shares insights on how AI is transforming the workplace, the opportunities it creates for evidence-based planning, and the impact of

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00:42:00

AI in the workplace: Chapter 1

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/08/25

Welcome to Season 6 of the DBF Podcast. Join us as we explore the future of the workplace and the role of artificial intelligence (AI).In this insightful episode, Gavin sits down with Mark Cameron, CEO and Director of Alyve, to discuss the future of the workplace with the integration of AI. Mark shares his expertise on the leadership and strategy challenges surrounding AI adoption, highlighting how treating AI as a capacity enhancer rather than just a tool for automation can lead to significant

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00:47:00

Episode 52: Exploring future-ready asset management...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/07/30

In this final episode of Season 5 of the Digital Built Australia Podcast, hosts Adam Beck and Gavin Cotterill chat with Tom Kurtz, Vice President for EAM Portfolio Strategy and Enablement at Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence. With over 30 years of experience in asset management, Tomprovides insights into creating a future-ready asset management strategy, the intersection of sustainability and asset management, and the role of data and technology in enhancing operational efficiencies. The

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00:45:13

Episode 51: The future of asset management, from a...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/07/30

Welcome to Season 5 of the DBA Podcast! In this episode, Gavin sits down with Patrick Bossert and Martin Blyth to unpack the intersections of digital and data within operations and maintenance. As AI continues to evolve, they explore how generative AI, machine learning, digital twins, and data governance are reshaping asset management. Discover the various applications of these technologies, the challenges of integrating them, and the strategic insights required for their effective deployment

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00:51:26

Episode 50: Celebrating 50 Episodes of the DBA...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/07/28

In this special 50th episode of the Digital Built Australia(DBA) Podcast, co-hosts Adam Beck and Gavin Cotterill celebrate their milestone with a lively and thought-provoking reflection on their journey. The duo discusses the highs and lows of producing the podcast over the last three years. They delve into their favourite episodes, unexpected moments, and insights frominterviews while addressing some critical yet often ignored industry issues. With AI-generated questions on hand, Adam and Gavin

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00:40:53

Episode 49: From reactive to predictive: Data-driven...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/07/21

In this latest episode of the Digital Built Australia podcast, Adam sits down with Supratim Mukhopadhyay from Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence to explore the evolution of asset management. They delve into the transition from reactive to predictive decision-making in asset management, discussing the role of data, IoT, and AI in this transformation. Supratim shares his expertise on best practices, sector maturity, and the impact of technology on maintenance strategies. Whether you're in

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00:44:47

Episode 48: Leveraging AI in asset management

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/07/20

In this episode of the Digital Built Australia podcast, Gavin dives into how digital technologies and data insights can enhance productivity and sustainability in asset management. He is joined by Chris Bridge, Principal for Asset Strategy and Improvement at SEQ Water, and Dennis Janossich, a seasoned solutions architect with Hexagon with over 30 years of experience. The conversation focuses on the current state and future of smart infrastructure, the rise of AI-driven operations, and the critical

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00:48:28

Episode 47: What executives are saying about digital...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/06/17

Adam chats with Jeff Sharp from Hexagon about digital twin technology. They dive into Hexagon's recently published Digital Twin Industry Report, exploring its key findings and discussing the evolving role of AI. They also provide industry-specific insights and explore the untapped potential for small to medium-sized businesses.Additionally, they highlight the ongoing challenges with data quality and collaboration in the AEC sector and discuss the benefits of digital twins in reducing cost

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00:45:44

Episode 46: Digital asset management - A current...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/06/17

Welcome to Season 5 of the Digital Built Australia (DBA)Podcast - a deep dive into the world of digital asset management, presented by Hexagon.In this episode, hosts Gavin and Adam are joined by Jeff Sharp from Hexagon to discuss the evolving landscape of digital asset management and current issues and trends. They delve deeply into the current state of the industry, capital investment challenges, and the vital role of data in driving digital transformation. Key discussions include the importance of

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00:59:43

Episode 45: Digital Built Week 2025: Is Technology...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/05/07

Welcome to the final Digital Build Week 2025 session, hosted by TEMPO Institute. This episode dives into a packed agenda covering innovation, AI, digital twins, and the importance of proof of concepts. The session features esteemed panellists (James Strutt, Meredith Hodgman and Kelly Henderson) discussing the crux of failed technology programs, the importance of leadership and advocacy, and the role of digital literacy in successful digital transformations. The panel also explores AI's impact,

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00:58:18

Episode 44: Digital Built Week 2025: Unpacking...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/05/07

Join in for an insightful Digital Built Week 2025 session hosted by TEMPO that delves deep into digital precinct planning, focusing on the Brisbane 2032 Games. Featuring a diverse lineup of guests, including James Mulligan, Lucy Booth, Ed Jennings, Chris Isles, and Susan Skuodas, the panel discusses the current state, emerging solutions, and future directions for integrating digital technologies in precinct planning. Tune in to hear about the latest in digital transformation, innovative practices,

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00:55:06

Episode 43: Digital Built Week 2025: Exploring the...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2025/05/07

Join the TEMPO team and a panel of experts at Digital Built Week 2025 as they dive into AI and Agentic AI applications in the built environment. The opening session to the week features insightful discussions on agentic AI, digital twins, and practical examples from industry professionals like Harmon Singh, Rob Price, and Angkana Whiley. Learn about the potential of AI in transforming our cities, understand the challenges of data governance, and explore the skills needed for the future. Don't

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00:40:44

Episode 42: Exploring Agentic AI: Transforming the...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/12/15

Join us for a captivating episode of the DBA Podcast as we delve into the concept of agentic AI and its implications for the built environment and our cities. Host Gavin discusses with Rob the emergence of agentic AI, how it integrates with existing tools and large language models, and its potential to revolutionize various sectors, including capital project delivery. The conversation touches on the practical applications, challenges, and the future trajectory of agentic AI, offering valuable

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00:36:17

Episode 41: Beyond the AI scepticism, built...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/12/13

In this episode of the DBA Podcast, Adam interviews Will Cavendish, the Global Digital Leader at Arup. Will shares his journey from DeepMind to Arup and discusses the revolutionary impact of AI on the built environment. He explores the rapid adoption of AI technologies, the role of large language models, and the profound opportunities AI presents for sustainable design and infrastructure. The episode also delves into the global landscape of AI adoption, the internal capability development at Arup,

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00:34:01

Episode 40: The reality of AI hype

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/11/23

In this episode, we delve into the world of artificial intelligence with Jeff, a seasoned expert with a unique perspective. Jeff debunks the exaggerated claims surrounding generative AI and discusses its real economic impact. He explains why AI won't revolutionise every industry overnight, pointing to the hype-driven narratives and the importance of focusing on realistic, practical applications. Jeff also shares insights on how businesses should approach adopting AI, stressing the need for quality

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00:45:52

Episode 39: Understanding AI in real estate -...

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/11/22

Join us as we continue our new season with AI expert Antony Slumbers, discussing the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the real estate sector. Antony delves into the distinctions between Predictive AI and Generative AI, and how these technologies are reshaping the built environment. From automated floor plans to intelligent buildings, learn about the potential and challenges of AI in property management. Gain insight into the future of natural language computing, agentic computing, and

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00:39:36

Episode 38: An AI primer

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/10/28

Advisor, storyteller and podcast host Charles Reed Anderson joins us as we kick off Season 4 of the DBA podcast - a series of discussions that will go wide and deep on the agenda of artificial intelligence (AI).Mapping the hype, the facts and the fiction, Charles shares his views on where we are as an industry, what AI in the built environment might look like, and what he is excited about in the near future. Thanks for joining us as we launch Season 4 of the DBA podcast focused on artificial

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00:49:52

Episode 37: An interview with Lisa Prime

Digital Built Forum (DBF) ·

2024/08/31

In this final episode of season 3 of the DBA podcast we interview Lisa Prime, a champion of sustainability, planning and the built environment in Ontario, Canada. Lisa's love of geography and passion for learning saw her career evolve across multiple roles in the public and private sector, including a decade helping shape one of Toronto's signature urban renewal projects - Waterfront Toronto. She was recently Chief Planner at the City of Cambridge, ON where her passion for digital

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