In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re talking with Dr Alice Chang-Richards, Dr Yuqian Lu and Dr Yang Zou.

All based out of the University of Auckland, together they make up the research team focused on Smart Construction in the HERA led and Endeavour Funded Construction 4.0 research via MBIE: “Developing a Construction 4.0 transformation of Aotearoa New Zealand’s construction sector,”

Join us as we explore the technological shifts reshaping the global construction sector, focusing on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Construction 4.0 technologies like virtual reality, AI, and robotics. Discover how these tools revolutionise Aotearoa New Zealand's construction landscape, especially for SMEs. We also discuss preliminary research findings, case studies, and the challenges of data acquisition and change management, as well as the importance of global collaboration, integrating academic research with industry practices, and incorporating indigenous knowledge and sustainability metrics. Special thanks to Alice, Yuchen, and Yang for their invaluable contributions to this important conversation on the future of construction.

Connect with the Smart Construction team 

Smart Construction Lead - Associate Professor, Alice Chang-Richards:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-chang-richards-29204921/

Construction Process Automation Expert, Yuqian Lu:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuqian-lu/ 

Construction Informatics and Digitisation Expert, Yang Zou:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yangzou89/


Pre-order the 'Ngākopa Construction 4.0' book here!

We are close to releaseing the first book publication “Ngākopa Construction 4.0” which explores why Construction 4.0 in Aotearoa makes sense. It will share insights and integrated connections across the core themes of the research.

 https://www.hera.org.nz/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php action=frm_forms_preview&form=ngakopa2024&theme=1