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Bridging the Gap: Insights & Innovations in Construction

Applied Software
Construction Industry
Digital Transformation
Prefabrication
Sustainability
Construction Technology
AI In Construction
Construction
Artificial Intelligence
BIM
Technology Adoption
Building Information Modeling
Autodesk
Autodesk University
Labor Shortages
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Labor Shortage
Modular Construction
Data Management
Revit
Construction Innovation

Join the innovation adventure that spotlights MEP and the construction industry – advancements in technology, distinctive perspectives, the soft skills required for successful digital transformation, and stories about the problem-solving mindset that continues to shape this great industry and propel it forward. The Bridging the Gap Podcast gives voice to the incredible things happening in and arou... more

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After 6.5 years and more than 350 episodes, this marks Todd’s farewell as host of Bridging the Gap.

What started as a simple idea turned into an unexpected journey. With listeners in over 100 countries and more than a million video views each year, ... more

Autodesk Construction Cloud is now Autodesk Forma. But what does that actually mean for the industry?

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd sits down with Lalith Subramanian to break down the shift from ACC to Forma and separate signal from nois... more

Prefab is no longer just about speed. It’s about building smarter systems that connect people, processes, and technology into one cohesive workflow.

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sits down with Thomas Mellendorf, process engineer... more

AI is already changing construction. The real question is whether your company is keeping up or quietly falling behind.

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sits down with Shel Waggener, Chief Customer Officer at Lumber and former const... more

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Recent Guests

Lalith Subramanian
Global vice president of product and engineering at Autodesk
Autodesk
Episode: Autodesk Forma Explained: What the ACC Rebrand Really Means
Thomas Mellendorf
Process engineer at PanelBuilt
PanelBuilt
Episode: Scaling Prefab: Systems, Communication, and Smarter Automation
Shel Waggener
Chief Customer Officer at Lumber
Lumber (Builder Facts)
Episode: AI in Construction: Adapt Now or Fall Behind
Ed DeAngelis
CEO and founder of EDA Contractors
EDA Contractors
Episode: Humanity Under Pressure: Leading with Humility in Construction
Kiryl Turbal
Prefabrication Project Manager
TJ McCartney (context indicates drywall prefab focus)
Episode: Prefab, Unfiltered | Scaling Drywall Prefabrication Through BIM & Coordination
Ivan Urquaya
Director of Materials and Prefabrication at Ambient Mechanical
Ambient Mechanical
Episode: Prefab, Unfiltered | Automation, AI & Robotics in Prefabrication Operations
Jon Benson
Leader in modular/prefab with a manufacturing mindset
Unspecified (guest)
Episode: Prefab, Unfiltered | From Construction to Manufacturing in Modular & Prefabrication
Steve Rose
Electrical trade veteran, early prefab adopter, former leader in regional prefabrication
Independent contractor/industry veteran
Episode: Prefab, Unfiltered | Scaling Prefabrication from One Shop to Regional Operations
Jim Wallner
Electrical contractor with hands-on fabrication leadership at Staff Electric, Milwaukee
Staff Electric
Episode: Prefab, Unfiltered | Why Prefabrication Fails Without Systems & Field Buy-In

Host

Todd Weyandt
Host of Bridging the Gap Podcast; Graitec Group

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Best podcast in the space

    Love bridges the gap, touching tech, fabrication, and new thinking in construction in different aspects!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sonomirco
    Australia2 years ago
  • By FAR my favorite construction podcast

    Todd, your podcast is a MUST Listen for anyone interested in construction tech. You are engaging with your guest and provide deep insights into current industry tech challenges and innovations. Each episode is packed with valuable discussion and interesting perspectives. I very much appreciate the takeaways at the end. YOU are pushing the industry forward.

    My only bit of feedback is to work on the Audio levels. I know that is by far the MOST challenging part of podcasting but it is so critical... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tw1233
    United States2 years ago
  • Bridging the gap is doing just that

    Bridging the gap is help us to understand how we can move our great industry forward. Through the open mindset and collaboration of the drivers in the ecosystem we can all help with incremental steps and improvements.

    The way Bridging the gap helps us to gain an industry wide perspective is truly insightful. Eye opening for us all inside the ecosystem, with important balanced views from outside too.

    Bridging the gap and Todd are helping usin making important changes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SiApex
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great cross section of perspectives

    Really like the mix of both industry advocacy and innovation as the underlying theme. Def one to keep up with! Keep it up Todd!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skippinator
    United States5 years ago
  • Woah

    This is a great listen for anyone in the industry! I’m blown away!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo&Linds
    United States5 years ago

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Guests are engaging and deliver deep insights into current tech challenges and solutions.
Listeners praise broad industry coverage and practical takeaways for construction tech and transformation.
Audience benefits from a balanced mix of advocacy and real-world application in prefab and BIM.

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Autodesk Forma Explained: What the ACC Rebrand Really Means
Q: What are people getting right or misunderstanding about the rebrand?
The rebrand is primarily a messaging update that positions Forma as the industry cloud umbrella, with Forma for design and Forma for construction as logical pillars. It does not mean old functionality disappears; it's about aligning the brand and the ecosystem so data and workflows stay connected across stages.
AI in Construction: Adapt Now or Fall Behind
Q: As a host, what is the state of AI adoption today in construction and how should contractors think about it in practical terms?
Shel explains that AI adoption is in a discovery phase for many firms, with individuals trying tools on a personal basis first. The path forward is to formalize pilots, learn from frontline teams, and rapidly mainstream successful practices to scale across the organization, especially by connecting field data with back-office processes.
Prefab, Unfiltered | Scaling Drywall Prefabrication Through BIM & Coordination
Q: What is your approach to tightening BIM to fabrication workflows and ensuring constructability?
The approach centers on extensive coordination, using MWF and Graitec tools, producing production tickets from BIM, and employing QR codes on the shop floor to drive smooth handoffs between stations.
Prefab, Unfiltered | Scaling Drywall Prefabrication Through BIM & Coordination
Q: How did you get into the construction industry and what brought you to Advancing Prefab?
Kiryl describes a long background in structural design overseas, then moving to the US to focus on drywall prefab, viewing Advancing Prefab as a place to learn and connect with vendors and other practitioners.
Prefab, Unfiltered | Automation, AI & Robotics in Prefabrication Operations
Q: What is the biggest barrier to adoption of automation and AI in construction today?
The main barrier is changing mindsets and creating the necessary organizational systems; technology alone can't fix deficiencies in processes or culture without a foundation of disciplined workflows and leadership support.

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The show centers on technology-driven transformation in construction, with a strong emphasis on prefab, BIM, data management, and the integration of AI into field and back-office workflows. Guests range from software and hardware innovators to practitioners implementing digital workflows on real-world projects, often advocating for data-driven decisions, cross-team collaboration, and scalable, repeatable processes that align owners, designers, and contractors. A notable thread is the focus on practical adoption—bridging design, fabrication, and field execution—while highlighting leadership, culture, and human-centered approaches to drive change in a traditionally hands-on industry.

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1. Lalith Subramanian
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