Innovation in the Design, Construction and Management
In this episode of AEC Trailblazers: The Founders Files, meet Adam, the serial entrepreneur behind Bad Monkeys, Bimbeats, and Autonomation.
Join us as we discuss the transformative shift in the AEC industry, driven by a wave of innovative startups. Australia has emerged as a global leader in this space, with even smaller cities and contractors seeing significant growth and multi-billion dollar projects.
As an early adopter of Revit and Dynamo, Adam shares his experiences and the importance of continuous learning in the AEC industry and constant adaptation to new technologies. Along with Valentin, they discuss their passion for coding and their work with machine learning, LLMs, and AI integration in the AEC ecosystem.
They continue the conversation delving into the world of AEC software development, exploring the creation of custom applications and cloud-based solutions. The speakers discuss the challenges of data integration and automation, and how these issues can be addressed through innovative approaches. They double down into Bimbeats, a tool that provides real-time insights into AEC software usage and user needs, and into Autonomation, offering bespoke AEC customer applications, and cloud development interfaces with existing solutions.
The episode also explores the differences between working with enterprise customers and end consumers, as well as developing products versus services. The speakers discuss the importance of clear communication, understanding customer needs, and delivering solutions that meet their specific requirements.
Overall, the episode provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs and industry professionals looking to navigate the changing landscape of AEC technology, software development, and entrepreneurship. Tune in to know more.
Host
Adam Sheather
Managing Director at Autonomation
Adam is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Autonomation, Bimbeats, and Bad Monkeys. With over two decades in AEC, he has collaborated with developers, designers, and contractors on diverse projects across Australia, the US, Asia, and the Middle East. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows and data capture to enhance design and delivery.
As Managing Director of Autonomation, Adam and his team partner with industry leaders to develop cutting-edge computational and automation solutions. Their focus is on improving project integration, analysis, and productivity. As certified Autodesk, Bentley, and Trimble developers, they create software and cloud-based solutions leveraging Azure to drive data-driven decisions and streamline processes.
Adam is passionate about harnessing technology to revolutionize the design and construction industry. By empowering project stakeholders and fostering collaboration, he aims to eliminate inefficiencies, accelerate project delivery, and deliver exceptional value. His vision is to provide stakeholders with real-time insights into project progress and maturity, allowing them to focus on strategic decision-making rather than operational tasks.
Valentin Noves
CEO at e-verse
A versatile leader with broad exposure to projects and procedures and an in-depth understanding of technology services and product development. He has a tremendous passion for working in teams driven to provide remarkable software development services that disrupt the status quo. He is a creative problem solver who is equally comfortable rolling up his sleeves or leading teams with a make-it-happen attitude.
Samuel Barcenas
BIM Consultant Founder of AVES
A highly motivated and experienced architect with a proven track record of success in designing and delivering innovative and sustainable buildings. He is also a BIM expert with a deep understanding of how to use technology to improve the efficiency and quality of the design and construction process.
