Investing for Impact: Where AI Creates Value Across the Built Environment

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM · 1 hr. (US/Eastern)

Information

AI is rapidly moving from experimentation to implementation across the built environment. As organizations evaluate where to invest, the most important decisions often extend beyond AI tools themselves. Successful adoption depends on investments in connected data, interoperable workflows, workforce readiness, and the ability to turn insights into action. This session explores where AI is creating value across design and make workflows today. From accelerating design exploration to improving collaboration and supporting sustainable outcomes, AI is helping teams make better decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
Learning Level
Intermediate / Advanced
Program
Building Intelligence in the Age of AI
Learning Objective #1
Identify AI-enabled workflows that can improve project delivery, decision-making, and sustainability outcomes across planning, design, construction, and operations.
Learning Objective #2
Evaluate the foundational investments required for successful AI adoption, including data readiness, workflow integration, and workforce development.
Learning Objective #3
Recognize the barriers that limit AI scalability across AECO workflows, including fragmented tools, unclear accountability, and weak handoff
Learning Objective #4
Understand how connected data and insights can help project teams assess trade-offs related to cost, carbon, and performance, enabling more informed decisions earlier in the project lifecycle.