Episodes
In this episode, we talk to Thom Fussell. Thom Fussell was the Executive Director and Chief Architect for Project Services up until it was disbanded in January 2013. The work that Thom led in Project Services at the time was world-leading. I talk to Thom about the Digital processes and innovations in BIM and Digital Engineering that he was leading, and his thoughts on the recent BIM Policy and how he thinks Government and Industry will go delivering in line with it. Thom Fussell...
Published 10/20/20
The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Anna Murray about Digital Twins. Digital twins in my mind are a controversial topic, in the way they are being miscommunicated by people in the industry. Learn about the history of digital twins and, like BIM not all digital twins are the same. Anna Murray LinkedIn  
Published 10/06/20
The Digital Transition podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Bryan McSweeney, the BIM Implementation Manager from Transport and Main Roads, an Agency of the Queensland Government. We discuss the journey they have been on to date and the challenges of implementation for an asset owner that has a large expansive asset holding. Transport and Main Roads Website Bryan McSweeney LinkedIn  
Published 09/22/20
The Digital Transition podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to May Winfield about the legal implications that asset owners and the people delivering the asset can face when BIM deliverables are specified. Learn about some of the traps you need to avoid when you want to include BIM deliverables or have your project delivered in accordance with ISO19650! May Winfield LinkedIn May Winfield Twitter Buro Happold website Winfield Rock Report  
Published 09/08/20
The Digital Transition podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Andrew Curthoys about the Australasian BIM Advisory Board (ABAB). We talk about why ABAB was created, who it was created by and the outputs they have created so far for the industry. ABAB website
Published 08/25/20
The Digital Transition podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Sarah Delany from the NBS about Classification Systems. We talk about why they are important, how they are used and what they are used for.
Published 08/11/20
It has been a lot of fun bringing you these interviews over the last 10 months. In this episode, I quickly summarise the episodes, and I have collated all of the responses from my guests on what BIM means to them. It makes for interesting listening. I hope that this series has provided you with...
Published 12/20/19
It has been a lot of fun bringing you these interviews over the last 10 months. In this episode, I quickly summarise the episodes, and I have collated all of the responses from my guests on what BIM means to them. It makes for interesting listening. I hope that this series has provided you with knowledge and I look forward to bringing you series two in 2020.
Published 12/20/19
In this episode we talk to James Cheesewright From Honeywell about asset owners can benefit from having their building connected to a platform that measures all of the systems’ performance to identify issues before they become bigger issues and enable preventative maintenance. Honeywell James Cheesewright LinkedIn
Published 11/22/19
In this episode we talk to James Cheesewright From Honeywell about asset owners can benefit from having their building connected to a platform that measures all of the systems’ performance to identify issues before they become bigger issues and enable preventative maintenance. Honeywell James Cheesewright LinkedIn
Published 11/22/19
In this episode, I chat with Tracy Burnham and Colleen Engel Mallon from Rider Levett Bucknall. We discuss the role of the Quantity Surveyor and the current challenges in industry, the reasons why clients aren’t specifically asking QS’s to use BIM, and the potential benefits. We also talk about the benefits of the recently released AIQS / NZIQS BIM Best Practices Guidelines. Rider Levett Bucknall Tracy Burnham Colleen Engel Mallon AIQS BIM Best Practice Guidelines 
Published 10/15/19
In this episode I chat with Tracy Burnham and Colleen Engel Mallon from Rider Levett Bucknall. We discuss the role of the Quantity Surveyor and the current challenges in industry, the reasons why clients aren’t specifically asking QS’s to use BIM, and the potential benefits. We also talk about the benefits of the recently released...
Published 10/15/19
In this episode, we talk with Tim Mumford who is Head of Innovation and Digital within the Office of Projects Victoria in the Victorian Government. He has led the development of the Victorian Digital Asset Strategy (VDAS). We will talk about why the strategy was created and what Victoria are hoping to achieve by putting the strategy in place. Victorian Digital Asset Strategy (VDAS)
Published 10/01/19
In this episode, we talk with Tim Mumford who is Head of Innovation and Digital within the Office of Projects Victoria in the Victorian Government. He has led the development of the Victorian Digital Asset Strategy (VDAS). We will talk about why the strategy was created and what Victoria are hoping to achieve by putting the...
Published 10/01/19
In this episode, I talk to Nathan Jones from Turner and Townsend about the challenges that BIM brings in providing a secure but accessible solution for asset information. When commencing a project where you want to specify BIM deliverables the security of the information also needs to be seriously considered. Turner & Townsend  
Published 09/17/19
In this episode, I talk to Nathan Jones from Turner and Townsend about the challenges that BIM brings in providing a secure but accessible solution for asset information. When commencing a project where you want to specify BIM deliverables the security of the information also needs to be seriously considered.   Turner & Townsend
Published 09/17/19
In this episode I have a candid discussion with Don Cameron about the reasons why Building Information Modelling is struggling to gain traction from asset owners. Are the leaders in industry trying to push people too fast along their digital journey? Are they forcing people to Walk before they Crawl? Don Cameron LinkedIn Future Infrastructure Summit
Published 09/03/19
In this episode I have a candid discussion with Don Cameron about the reasons why Building Information Modelling is struggling to gain traction from asset owners. Are the leaders in industry trying to push people too fast along their digital journey? Are they forcing people to Walk before they Crawl? Don Cameron LinkedIn Future Infrastructure...
Published 09/03/19
In this episode we talk to George Mokhtar about the emerging, client focussed digital methodology for leading, controlling and managing project delivery, including:  Dealing with global ‘critical priorities’ and macro trends The emerging responsibilities, accountabilities and capabilities of a project manager Getting the DNA right for a successful project and long term evolution Interfacing with...
Published 08/20/19
In this episode we talk to George Mokhtar about the emerging, client focussed digital methodology for leading, controlling and managing project delivery, including: 1. Dealing with global ‘critical priorities’ and macro trends 2. The emerging responsibilities, accountabilities and capabilities of a project manager 3. Getting the DNA right for a successful project and long term evolution 4. Interfacing with the digital fingerprint of assets through their life 5. Environments, platforms...
Published 08/19/19
In this episode we talk with Maria Chiozzi about the research that she has undertaken over the last 3 years developing her PHD. The PHD is focused on understanding BIM implementation at project level in Australia and the contractual challenges that prevent collaboration in the industry. We discuss the current capability of industry, issues with contract and procurement types and Lean processes. LinkedIn Twitter Lean Construction
Published 08/06/19
In this episode we talk with Maria Chiozzi about the research that she has undertaken over the last 3 years developing her PHD. The PHD is focused on understanding BIM implementation at project level in Australia and the contractual challenges that prevent collaboration in the industry. We discuss the current capability of industry, issues with contract...
Published 08/06/19
In this episode we talk to Cristina Savian about Digital Twins. Although Digital Twins are not the starting point for most asset owners, the technology may be the key factor for some to begin their digital journey. We will discuss what a Digital Twin is, why it could benefit asset owners and how the technology works. Be Wise Data for the Public Good Report The Gemini Principles  
Published 07/23/19
In this episode we talk to Cristina Savian about Digital Twins. Although Digital Twins are not the starting point for most asset owners, the technology may be the key factor for some to begin their digital journey. We will discuss what a Digital Twin is, why it could benefit asset owners and how the technology...
Published 07/23/19