Wired to Build

Nick Caravella

Welcome to Wired to Build! We're a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how building owners and operators use construction technology to manage the full life cycle of their buildings. Join the team at Avicado as we deep dive into the minds of visionaries, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders and see how are shaping the future of the built environment. Whether you're in the field or in the office get ready to help your company get wired to build!

  1. AI, Risk & Responsibility: Building Guardrails with Jamie Lynn Cooke

    2 OCT

    AI, Risk & Responsibility: Building Guardrails with Jamie Lynn Cooke

    🔑 Episode Summary: Welcome back to Wired to Build, a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how building owners and operators use technology to manage the full lifecycle of their projects. In Part 2 of our conversation with ⁠Jamie Lynn Cooke⁠, we move beyond AI hype and dig into what responsible implementation actually looks like. We unpack the differences between procedural software and probabilistic AI, break down high-risk use cases, and explore how to balance autonomy and oversight in capital project environments. From Air Canada's now-famous chatbot lawsuit to jobsite automation risks, this episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about integrating AI while protecting people, brand, and bottom line. If Part 1 was the why, this is the how. 🧠 Key Takeaways: AI ≠ Traditional Code: AI doesn't repeat exact outcomes. Understanding the difference between procedural and probabilistic systems is essential. Governance is Risk Strategy: Good governance isn't red tape—it's how you decide where you're willing to fail. Real-World Risk Examples: Air Canada’s chatbot cost them in court. The lesson? If your logo is on it, you own it. Human-in-the-Loop vs Human-on-the-Loop: Knowing the right level of oversight is key to safe AI augmentation. Not All Productivity Is Equal: Gains that cause rework or liability later aren’t productivity wins. Cautious Optimism > Blind Adoption: Move fast with purpose, not without a plan. 🗣️ Shareable Quotes: “AI doesn’t fail like humans—it fails confidently. That’s the danger.” – Jamie Lynn Cooke “Governance isn’t red tape. It’s how you decide where you’re willing to fail.” – Nick Caravella “If your logo is on the AI, you’re liable for what it says.” – Jamie Lynn Cooke “Cautious optimism doesn’t mean moving slowly—it means moving with discipline.” – Nick Caravella “You can’t sue an algorithm—but you can sue the company behind it.” – Jamie Lynn Cooke 🔗Links to reference for more: Jamie Lynn Cooke's publisher page: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0054HB0I0⁠⁠Jamie Lynn Cooke's new book, AI Firing Freeze: ⁠⁠https://aifiringfreeze.com/⁠⁠The Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute: ⁠⁠https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/⁠⁠.

    1 h y 11 min
  2. Guest Intro - Author Jamie Lynn Cooke

    18 SEP

    Guest Intro - Author Jamie Lynn Cooke

    🔑 Episode Summary: Welcome to Wired to Build, a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how owners and operators use technology to manage the full lifecycle of their projects. In this guest introduction episode, host Nick Caravella sits down with Jamie Lynn Cooke—an author, consultant, and educator who's helped organizations transform big ideas into operational reality. We explore Jamie Lynn Cooke’s evolution from software tester to change agent, uncovering her early interest in usability, systems thinking, and business process optimization. Jamie Lynn Cooke reveals how her journey led her to apply Agile beyond software and into enterprise-wide strategy. With a clear-eyed view of today’s AI hype cycle, Jamie Lynn Cooke warns against "cartoon dollar signs" and makes the case for governance, not chaos, in the age of automation. This episode lays the foundation for the next one, where we dig deeper into AI governance and how to navigate the risks of rapid adoption. 👤 Guest Bio: Jamie Lynn Cooke is an author, consultant, and educator focused on operationalizing innovation. She brings Agile methodology out of its software silo and into enterprise strategy, helping organizations improve productivity without sacrificing quality. Her latest work tackles the realities of AI transformation, focusing on responsible adoption and the human implications of automation. 🧠 Key Takeaways: Productivity ≠ Hours Worked: Jamie Lynn Cooke redefines productivity by how much value is delivered—not how many hours are logged. Agile Isn’t Just for Software: Agile can—and should—be applied across business functions, from marketing to operations. Beware of Cartoon Dollar Signs: Organizations often rush into AI with unrealistic cost-saving dreams and unclear directives. Entry-Level Isn’t Optional: Eliminating entry-level jobs in favor of AI jeopardizes the future talent pipeline. Governance Empowers, Not Restricts: True AI governance creates frameworks and guardrails that allow teams to innovate safely. Links to reference for more: Jamie Lynn Cooke's publisher page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0054HB0I0Jamie Lynn Cooke's new book, AI Firing Freeze: https://aifiringfreeze.com/The Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute: https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/.

    37 min
  3. The Google Maps of Infrastructure with Itzik Malka (4M Analytics)

    28 AGO

    The Google Maps of Infrastructure with Itzik Malka (4M Analytics)

    Welcome to Wired to Build, a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how owners and operators use tech to manage the full life cycle of their projects. In this episode, we’re joined by Itzik Malka, CEO and co-founder of 4M Analytics, who is building the first centralized subsurface utility database—a Google Maps for what’s underground. We explore: Why utility data today is unstructured and unreliable How AI and image science can map utilities without digging Use cases from DOTs, engineering firms, and infrastructure owners The future of digital twins, permitting, and predictive analytics If you've ever seen spray paint on a sidewalk and wondered what’s below—you’ll want to listen. 🔗 Learn more at 4manalytics.com 📥 Subscribe and sign up for the Avicado Toast newsletter 🎯 Share with a friend who’s Wired to Build

    43 min
  4. Guest Intro - Itzik Malka (4M Analytics)

    14 AGO

    Guest Intro - Itzik Malka (4M Analytics)

    Welcome to Wired to Build, a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how owners and operators use technology to manage the full life cycle of their projects. In this Guest Intro episode, hosts Nick Caravella and Christy Hunt sit down with Itzik Malka, CEO and co-founder of 4M Analytics — a company on a mission to bring visibility to what’s always been invisible: the subsurface. Itzik shares how his experience in landmine detection and humanitarian demining shaped his understanding of risk, uncertainty, and the value of having trusted information before taking action. That perspective laid the foundation for 4M’s audacious goal: to build the first-ever digital map of underground infrastructure. Together, they unpack: Why buried utilities are a universal problem — and a hidden opportunity How subsurface data impacts safety, budgets, and timelines on every project The difference between “as-designed” and “as-built” — and why that gap matters Why trust, speed, and collaboration are the new currency of construction What it really means to be Wired to Build in a fragmented industry About our Guest Itzik Malka is the CEO and co-founder of 4M Analytics, a technology company building the first nationwide subsurface infrastructure map — starting with the United States. A former Israeli Special Forces engineer, Itzik began his career in landmine detection before applying his expertise to civil engineering and post-conflict recovery. His passion for using data to reduce risk and improve decision-making led to the founding of 4M, which now partners with DOTs and public agencies across the U.S. to unlock visibility into what lies beneath our streets, highways, and cities. 🔑 Key Takeaways What’s underground is no longer invisible: 4M Analytics is creating structured, searchable data where none existed before. Construction is fragmented — trust is the glue: Speed, data access, and transparency drive better decisions and stronger partnerships. Documentation ≠ reality: “As-builts” are often incomplete or inaccurate — digital tools need to fill the gap. Utility data is infrastructure: Owners must treat utility information as a core input, not an afterthought. Change starts with good enough: Waiting for perfection holds back innovation. Actionable insight, even if incomplete, is better than none. Safety, schedule, and cost all depend on subsurface clarity: From project planning to incident prevention, underground visibility is foundational.

    35 min
  5. Transparency, Scale & the AI Arms Race: Redefining Data Center Delivery with Matt Caldwell

    24 JUL

    Transparency, Scale & the AI Arms Race: Redefining Data Center Delivery with Matt Caldwell

    Welcome back to Wired to Build, the data-driven, technology-focused podcast that digs into how owners and operators use tech to manage the full life cycle of their projects. In Part 2 of our conversation with Matt Caldwell, Director of AI/Cloud Data Centers at Hyper Solutions, we dive into the future of data centers—from managing gigawatt-scale projects to reimagining manufacturing with transparency, flexibility, and speed. Matt breaks down: Why transparency is no longer a feature—it’s a foundation How decentralized manufacturing drives agility and quality The role of nuclear in future energy strategy AI’s impact on infrastructure demand (and global power dynamics) From Lego-like modularity to universal basic AI, this episode explores the operational and geopolitical stakes of tomorrow’s data center economy. 📌 Don’t forget to: Subscribe and rate the show Sign up for the Avicado Toast Newsletter Share this episode with a friend or your next project team

    52 min
  6. Guest Intro - Matt Caldwell (Hyper Solutions)

    10 JUL

    Guest Intro - Matt Caldwell (Hyper Solutions)

    Welcome to Wired to Build, a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how owners and operators use technology to manage the full life cycle of their projects. In this episode, Nick Caravella and Christy Hunt sit down with Matt Caldwell, Director of AI/Cloud Data Centers at Hyper Solutions, to explore the transformation of data centers—from modest megawatt facilities to today's massive gigawatt campuses powering AI and cloud computing. With over two decades in the industry, Matt shares his journey from accidental entry into the data center world to helping redefine how infrastructure is built, scaled, and delivered. The conversation spans everything from supply chain transparency to the future of nuclear-powered data centers. 🔑 Key Topics: The early days of data centers vs. today’s AI-driven demand Why cloud and colocation transformed the market How Hyper Solutions is rethinking supply chain and manufacturing The role of transparency, people, process, and technology in scaling What makes Matt Caldwell Wired to Build 📌 Don’t forget to: Subscribe to the show Rate and review us! Sign up for the Avicado Toast newsletter Share this episode with a friend or colleague

    40 min

  7. 26 JUN

    Hands-On to Hyperscale | Designing Smarter Data Centers with Kaylen Bushell

    The demand for data centers has never been higher—and it’s evolving faster than most can keep up. In Part 2 of our conversation with Kaylen Bushell, we go beyond her career story to dig deep into the operational realities shaping modern data center design. Kaylen shares why failure domains, redundancy models, and maintenance planning aren’t just checkboxes—they’re the foundation of uptime in an AI-driven world. From the surprising gaps in design thinking to how AI workloads are “melting racks,” this episode is a masterclass in how to build smarter, not just bigger. If you’ve ever asked, “How do you design for resilience when failure isn’t an option?”—this one’s for you. 🔌 Topics include: Rethinking redundancy: distributed vs. block models How AI demand is reshaping load profiles The operational cost of poor design decisions Why automation and robotics are the future of construction Building trust between trades, designers, and operators 🎧 Hit play and stay Wired to Build.

    36 min
  8. Guest Intro – Kaylen Bushell | Charting a Non-Traditional Path from Service to Strategy

    13 JUN

    Guest Intro – Kaylen Bushell | Charting a Non-Traditional Path from Service to Strategy

    🎙️ Episode Summary: How do you go from serving on the high seas to managing high-stakes infrastructure? Meet Kaylen Bushell—a data center strategist whose journey from the U.S. Coast Guard to leading hyperscale initiatives proves that the path to tech infrastructure leadership isn’t always a straight line. In this episode, Kaylen shares how adaptability, mission-driven thinking, and cross-disciplinary fluency helped her translate service experience into technical excellence across some of the world’s most sophisticated data centers. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Military experience cultivates unmatched adaptability and operational discipline, ideal for infrastructure roles. The ability to “speak multiple languages”—technical, strategic, operational—is essential for success in complex environments. You don’t need a traditional tech or construction background to thrive in the data center space. Empathy and curiosity are underrated superpowers in technical leadership. 🧑‍🚀 Guest Bio – Kaylen Bushell: A Managing Consultant at Avicado, Kaylen supports hyperscale data center clients through strategic advisory, asset management, and operational excellence. Drawing from a foundation in military service and field-level experience at AWS and Meta, she excels in aligning construction and operations to reduce risk and improve lifecycle outcomes.

    29 min
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Welcome to Wired to Build! We're a data-driven, technology-focused podcast digging into how building owners and operators use construction technology to manage the full life cycle of their buildings. Join the team at Avicado as we deep dive into the minds of visionaries, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders and see how are shaping the future of the built environment. Whether you're in the field or in the office get ready to help your company get wired to build!

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  • Creador
    Nick Caravella
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodios
    31
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