The impact of digital technology on design In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Brendan Mullins, Stantec’s discipline lead for design computing. They discuss the evolution of digital tools in the design industry and how they make the design process more efficient and effective for clients. And they talk about the challe…

How to develop digital solutions for our clients In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Brandy Little, Stantec’s flood suite solutions product manager. They discuss the effective development of digital solutions to help solve client problems, like using machine learning to help better predict floods. Brandy talks about th…

Best practices for digital transformation In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Shankar Kalyana, Stantec’s chief technology officer. They discuss effective digital transformation in business and the steps necessary for successful implementation: from leadership and strategy, to employee communication and program manageme…

Best practices for AI deployment In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Lalitha Krishnamoorthy, Stantec’s director of artificial intelligence. They ask her several AI-related questions provided by Stantec clients about how to ethically integrate artificial intelligence into business practices. She also provides advice for…

The future of extended reality technology In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Chuck Lounsberry, Stantec’s visualization technology leader, to discuss the history of extended reality technology, the possible uses for the AEC industry, and where he sees applications for the technology in the future.…

The march toward decarbonization In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Ghina Annan, Stantec’s decarbonization business lead, to discuss different types of decarbonization, the challenges facing clients and communities, and the role technology and digitization play in the decarbonization process.…

Making the transition to clean energy In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk to Michael Johnson, senior vice president in the power sector of environmental services to discuss the market outlook for the energy transition, obstacles facing the transition, the types of energy seeing the most adoption globally, and what regions…

Utilizing advanced technology In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault invite two members of Stantec’s UK digital team to discuss drone capture and photogrammetry, two advanced technologies that helped catalyze our Reality Insight digital solution. They are joined by Brett Stewart, head of digital solutions, and Pete Jackson, princ…

The three pillars of our strategic plan In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault discuss Stantec’s approach to innovation and the global trends that informed the company’s three strategic growth initiatives that were announced at the end of 2023. They are joined by Stantec’s chief growth and innovation officer, John Take, to discus…

Making the rail industry safer and more efficient In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault tackle a pertinent topic facing the transit and rail industry: safety. They are joined by Stantec’s Rail and Transit Lead, Firas Al-Tahan, and Project Manager, Damian Pianta, to discuss two distinct solutions that will help will rail operator…

Mitigating risk and making dams safer In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault once again dive into the world of dams. They are joined by Stantec’s Senior Geotechnical Consultant, Mike Davis, to discuss the Dam Insights digital solution from Stantec and how it utilizes technology to help dam owners and operators address the challen…

Mitigating risk and making dams safer In this episode of the Stantec,io podcast, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault dive into the world of dams. They are joined by Stantec’s Vice President, Energy, Vik Iso-Ahola, to discuss his experience in the industry, the unique challenges facing owners and operators with increased scrutiny from regulator…

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault discuss the increasing severity of extreme weather events and how digital applications can be used to help bolster communities’ preparation and protection against heavy rainfall. They are joined by two guests: Dr. Rick Guthrie, a geohazards expert and the brain behi…

Making solar facilities more efficient and cost-effective In this episode, co-hosts Dave Roberts and Mike Arsenault talk about solar power and solar facility design. They are joined by the creator of Stantec Beacon, civil designer Kyle Jones. They discuss the benefits of solar facilities, the challenges of construction, and the inefficiencies inher…

In this episode, we learn about advances in satellite imagery and remote sensing technology and how they provide unparalleled insight into minute changes occurring on the Earth’s surface. Host Dave Roberts is joined by Grant Wiseman, Stantec’s Remote Sensing Technology Manager, who explains the benefits of remote sensing and how the ability to quic…

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, we dig down into the world of Dutch soil and learn how technology is being used to provide instant insights into soil quality. Host Dave Roberts is joined by Arthur Coevert, Environmental Services Account Manager, and Christiaan Jolly, Business Development Manager. They tell us how the tech can help utilit…

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Dr. Rick Huijbregts, Smart Cities Lead, unpacks what it means to be a smart city—sharing five key pillars for how to get there—and discusses how digital technology can help cities address challenges, like fighting climate change and filling equity gaps, while creating immense opportunities for growth and t…

Andrew Cole and James Mazza discuss digital twins and the evolution of data and the built environment and answer the big question: how are digital twins helping communities be more successful?Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Jeff Albee discusses how using digital technologies provides communities with critical information and insights quickly and when they need it most.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Gus Sukkurwala, Innovation Principal, and Mark Johnston, Director of Planning, talk about how, by seamlessly incorporating virtual engagement efforts into public consultation, project owners can gather more feedback from more people and enable smarter and more informed decision-making.…

Andrew Burnham discusses the importance of testing “what ifs” and comparing scenarios in giving municipalities and utilities a clear and comprehensive foundation to make smart financial decisions.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Corey Clothier and Marie-France Laurin discuss how we’re helping clients find their autonomous vehicle path and how new mobility is shaping our future.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Neeraj Yedekar talks about how we’re helping to create and implement community-approved projects through enhanced and inclusive engagement.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Louisa Bloomer talks about how communities can make informed and efficient site selection decisions that have the least amount of impact on the environment around them.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Andrew Sitti talks about how new digital approaches to route selection can help identify the most sustainable option with the least environmental impact.Por Stantec

In this episode of the Stantec.io podcast, Michael Morrisroe discusses how digital technology is helping save lives by giving people the information they need to fight fires.Por Stantec

In episode one of the Stantec.io podcast, Jeff Albee, Director of Digital Solutions, talks about how we’re helping our clients achieve more with science, engineering, and design by creating the Connect Platform and providing the building blocks needed for digital solutions that deliver what you need before you need it.…