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Our recent event, "Innovations in Building Design: AEC Collection Story," brought together industry experts to discuss the latest advancements in building design. The event showcased the Autodesk AEC Collection, a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and innovation in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
The Future of Building Design
The AEC industry is facing unprecedented growth and challenges. By 2050, the global population is expected to reach 10 billion, and with this comes the need for more buildings, infrastructure, and resources. The presentation highlighted that 13,000 buildings are constructed every day, emphasizing the critical need for innovative and sustainable solutions.
Building Information Modeling (BIM): The Core of Digital Transformation
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the foundation of digital transformation in the AEC industry. It is a process that enables seamless collaboration between all stakeholders and generates insights that empower decision making and accelerate better project outcomes.
The AEC Collection:
While BIM has propelled AECO collaboration and has been widely adopted, the BIM of today doesn’t address remote work, the growing ecosystem of products and file types, or the need to expand modeling scope for AI-augmented capabilities.
To get to fully connected BIM, the industry must move from standalone products to a universal data environment that all software vendors can read from and write to, enabling AEC professionals to freely choose the best tool for the job.
During the session we discussed different tools which are available to cater entire Construction Project lifecycle starting from Planning, Design, Construction to Operations and How these tools integrate with each other and form an ecosystem which will add more value to our customers.
Audience Insights
Our diverse audience included architects, engineers, building owners, government officials, and IT professionals. Their engagement and curiosity fueled dynamic conversations, emphasizing the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Conclusion
The AEC Collection empowers professionals in the building design industry with innovative tools that streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and improve project outcomes. By leveraging these solutions, firms can achieve better efficiency, reduce risks, and drive forward the digital transformation of the AEC industry.
About GIC
Established in 1993, Grand International Company (GIC) has a robust corporate philosophy and a commitment to good governance. With over 30 years of experience in the market and as an ISO 9001-certified company, GIC upholds rigorous standards to ensure excellence in all our operations.
We specialize in offering comprehensive solutions in diverse sectors, including Architecture, Engineering, Design, Information Technology, and various other domains within the Government and Private sectors. At GIC, we understand the unique requirements of different industries, and we have made substantial investments in developing professional solutions tailored to meet those specific needs.