Navigating the Future of Construction: Tech Trends in the Age of AI and Automation

The construction industry stands on the brink of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way projects are planned, managed, and executed. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation promises to enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity in construction. This presentation will explore the potential impacts of AI and automation on the construction sector, highlighting the opportunities, challenges and the yellow brick road that lies ahead.

Participants will gain insights into how artificial intelligence and digital transformation are reshaping the construction industry.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore the role of Generative AI throughout the construction lifecycle, from design and planning to execution and maintenance, and how it can lead to increased efficiency and reduced costs.
2. Uncover practical ways construction finance professionals can implement Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to optimize resource allocation, improve operational efficiency, and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
3. Unlock the value of your data by understanding the importance of a data strategy and the role of AI
4. Understand your AI Readiness: Attendees will learn the key factors to establishing an AI framework, from the perspectives of legal, risk and the business.

Kathryn Schneider is a Director at Forvis Mazars (forvismazars.us) in Newport, RI. With more than 25 years as a technology evangelist, Kathryn serves as a trusted advisor and industry ambassador. She leverages her knowledge and deep construction industry experience to advise companies on rationalizing their existing tech stack, identifying redundancies, and strategically selecting tools that align with business goals. By simplifying and consolidating technology resources, Kathryn helps organizations achieve cost savings, agility, and improved performance.

She serves on the Construction Financial Management Association Maine Chapter Board and is actively involved with numerous industry associations, such as Women in Manufacturing (WiM) and Women in Technology (WIT). She also volunteers her time with local clean water nonprofits.

She is a summa cum laude graduate of University of New Hampshire, with a B.S. degree in Business Administration.