Bricks And Bytes
Bricks And Bytes
Bricks And Bytes
27 Years at DPR: How a $90M Tech Budget Drives Construction Innovation
50 minutes Posted Jan 12, 2025 at 10:57 am.
Intro
The Evolution of Technology in Construction
Defining the Role of a CTO in Construction
Measuring Success in Construction Technology
Challenges of Innovation in the Construction Industry
DPR's Innovation Strategy
Navigating the Technology Adoption Process
Learning from Technology Pilots
Addressing Industry Pain Points with Technology
Investing in AI and Future Technologies
Strategic Partnerships in AI Development
Budgeting for Technology Investments
Identifying Key Stakeholders for Technology Solutions
Evaluating Technology Costs and ROI
Lessons from Failed Technology Implementations
Investing in Construction Technology
Strategic Investments and Core Business Alignment
Operational Tools for Investment Management
Emerging Trends in Construction Technology
Advice for Startups Pitching Technology Solutions
Integrating Technology, Process, and Organization
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Note: This episode is a Re-Release from Corporate Innovations.
Big tech investments without testing? At DPR Construction, that's a hard NO. Even with a $90M annual tech budget, they won't invest until they've tested solutions on actual projects.
In today's episode of Corporate Innovations from Bricks & Bytes, we had Atul Khanzode, CTO of DPR Construction, sharing invaluable insights from his 27+ years of experience in construction technology and innovation.
Tune in to learn about:
✅ Why DPR requires testing every solution before investing, after losing $500K on an untested startup
✅ Their unique "discipline innovation approach" focusing on 5 key areas: safety, quality, sustainability, supply chain, and productivity
✅ How they manage a $2-3M annual innovation budget separate from their main tech spending
✅ Why they partner with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Autodesk instead of building everything in-house
Listen now on Spotify to hear Atul's practical advice for construction tech startups and learn how one of America's largest general contractors approaches innovation
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