Mark Kiker gives corrections to others saying that everyone needs to be corrected from time to time—but in order for others to take a correction as being constructive, you need to know how to deliver them.
Jason Peckovitch delves into the key advancements, from the release of Revit 2025 and its subsequent updates to the introduction of Autodesk’s Content Catalog. Jason also explores the impacts of large language models like ChatGPT and Microsoft CoPilot, and the innovative AI tools transforming Revit workflows. Lastly, he highlights the importance of industry conferences and the valuable insights they provide!
Jordan Bullock takes a closer look at the technologies and ideas that are redefining AECO’s future. These key takeaways from AU24 reveal how Autodesk is empowering professionals to lead projects with precision, efficiency, and a clear focus on sustainability.
Mark Kiker talks about dealing with his Myopia in the workplace and how to be more about the informal and the mindset or framework that must be in place to make sure that you are balancing the tyranny of the urgent, while also keeping in mind the need of having a view of the broader scopes and longer timelines. Mark also takes a quick look at how we can encourage ourselves to have a better view into the distance.
Mark Kiker focuses on the process of finding issues and addressing them as they escalate—proceeding from last month’s article dissecting the ‘Find’ and now moving onto ‘Fix’ and ‘Finish’.
Mark Kiker focuses on the things that slowly and imperceptibly degrade, then stop working, or go off the rails.
Jason Peckovitch talks about his time at the BIM Invitational Meetup and how he joined the organizers; Christopher Alexander, Michael Freiert, Robert Beckerbauer, their interns Cecilia and Aiden, as well as Beth Evanoo from HCM for dinner Sunday evening while letting us in on their “pregame” conversations that night.
Anna Montenegro talks about IoT basics/key benefits and how architects and engineers can automatically feed IoT data into BIM programs to automate design, construction, and management processes!
Kristina Youngblut talks about how BIM brings artificial intelligence to your project, fostering collaboration and integration like never before. She also states how the BIM process goes beyond design knowledge, incorporating expert technical skills to enhance project outcomes, and more!
Jason Peckovitch writes about how the AEC and BIM responsibilities often revolve around two main areas: content management and people management. He mentions how both play a crucial role in bridging the gap between technology and project execution.
Jordan Bullock explores strategic approaches to enhancing folder structures, revitalizing content libraries through proactive updates, and employing robust communication strategies.
Mark Kiker talks about how when he thinks of the talents that a Tech Manager needs, one that is always at the top is customer service! Mark lists a few things to keep in mind, set in the context of good service at a resort, hotel, or restaurant.
Kristina Youngblut talks about prioritizing the principles of communication, collaboration, and coordination which enables a brighter future for the AEC industry together.
Jason Peckovitch showcases how these add-ins help with his everyday workflows as a BIM Manager while also shouting out our own Inside Track articles in AUGIWORLD!
Mark Kiker ponders the scenarios that might help you make progress when someone is digging in their heels against your plans through criticism and critique.
Mark Kiker takes a look at what might be motivating the critic to pick at your plans and attached some reasons that might motivate folks to respond with negative feedback.
Mark Kiker talks about how everyone should focus on how implementing new tech impacts your standards and how your standards need to be stable, flexible, and up to date.
Mark Kiker teaches the ways of project “housekeeping”, project archiving, and cleaning out the clutter safely and efficiently.
Mark Kiker continues his running series, Secrets that Tech Managers Keep, teaching project managers about the road for success, support, and improvements along the way. This month is about decision fatigue and the toll it can take on a Tech Manager over time, including defining the symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
