Thriving In The Digital Age: James Garner and The Future of Construction

Thriving In The Digital Age

James Garner, A Senior Director at Gleeds, discusses the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry and the role of technology in improving project delivery. He highlights the complexity and fragmentation of the industry, the slow pace of change, and the lack of data utilization. Garner emphasizes the need for standardization, digital transformation, and the adoption of AI and data analytics to overcome these challenges. He also discusses the cultural barriers to change and the importance of a gradual and strategic approach to digital transformation. Garner explores different scenarios for the future of the construction industry, from optimistic collaboration to pessimistic domination by tech giants, and emphasizes the role of governments and institutions in maintaining competition and safeguarding the industry.