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This chapter delves into the application of digital twins in the construction industry and their impact on technological advancement. The hosts share experiences from a recent live podcast event and have a playful exchange about using chat GPT for show titles.

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EPISODE 427: Digital twin has become a buzzword–but what does it really mean?

In this episode, my co-host, Tannis Liviniuk, and I sit down with Dylan Underhill, a BIM and VDC consultant at Trillium Advisory Group, to break down the concept of digital twins.

Today, we’ll explore how digital twins function more as a workflow and methodology, the best strategies in building a digital twin, and the challenges of bridging the generational gap in construction–especially when it comes to adopting new technology.

Plus, we cover common myths around digital twinning, the impact of AI, and more.

Ready to see how digital twins can transform your next construction project?

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Dylan Underhill‘s journey into construction (02:31)

The link between video gaming and a career in construction (05:55)

Key people who shaped Dylan’s career (08:43)

The unconventional career opportunities in construction (11:22)

Connecting BIM and VDC to the built word (15:02)

What is a digital twin? (24:23)

How to make a digital twin process work (29:38)