Connect to the Future With Gannett Fleming’s Kevin Switala

In this episode, BST Global’s Chief Executive Officer, Javier A. Baldor, sits down with Gannett Fleming’s Chief Technology Officer, Kevin Switala, who shares his expectations for the AEC industry in the age of AI.
Kevin expresses particular enthusiasm about AI's potential to bridge the knowledge gap between retiring professionals and newer, tech-savvy employees. He envisions AI-driven digital mentorship programs that will accelerate the proficiency of young professionals by helping them gain expertise quickly as their predecessors retire.
He also highlights the vast opportunities AI offers for integrating emerging technologies to create hybrid solutions. Kevin anticipates innovations that will combine computer vision and natural language processing, enabling robots to conduct hazardous inspections in environments too dangerous for humans. Such advancements could revolutionize how we approach complex and risky projects.
On the topic of data, Kevin discusses how the AEC industry is protected against certain AI-related risks due to its rigorous practice of calculation, recalculation, validation and verification. Maintaining this methodical approach will serve as a natural safeguard when working with AI-generated outputs.
Catch the full episode to hear what else Kevin has to say about these and other topics.