In this episode of the Building Innovation Podcast, host Johnny Fortune is joined by John (JC) Hudgison, MPA, CBO, CFM, Construction Services Center Manager and Chief Building Official, City of Tampa. They discuss the importance of digital transformation in the building industry, as well as the role of building officials and the challenges they face. JC also highlights the benefits of emerging technologies in improving efficiency and code compliance, as well as emphasizes the need for collaboration among industry stakeholders.
Key Topics:
- Digital transformation in the building industry has been accelerated by the pandemic, with building officials adopting technologies to improve efficiency and code compliance.
- Housing affordability is a major challenge, and building officials are exploring solutions such as density and urban infill to address this issue.
- Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and building information management (BIM) have the potential to enhance the building industry by streamlining processes and improving design and construction.
- Collaboration and communication among stakeholders, including building officials, contractors, and manufacturers, are crucial for ensuring consistency and efficiency in the industry.
- Building officials play a vital role in ensuring building safety and code compliance, and their work is essential for protecting the public.
Tune in monthly to the official podcast of the National Institute of Building Sciences, where host Johnny Fortune and fellow subject matter experts convene to support advances in building science and technology.
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