The Digital Exchange - AECO Insights for Owners with Robert Brown

The Digital Exchange - AECO Insights for Owners with Robert Brown
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Welcome to The Digital Exchange! This is a show built around candid conversations with the leaders driving change across the AECO industry. Join Robert in this space created to bring owners, contractors, designers, and technologists together for honest dialogue about what’s working, what’s not, and where we’re headed. If you’re looking for a community that cares about building smarter and leading with purpose, you’ve found it.

  1. Aug 20

    The Final Deliverable w/Sonali Wadhwa

    Asset handover remains one of the biggest failure points in the building lifecycle. Robert and his guest break down why turnover falls apart, from missing asset attributes and inconsistent room data to commissioning records scattered across multiple systems. They dig into the early cracks that form during design and construction, the misconceptions teams carry about what owners actually need, and the real operational cost of receiving incomplete or unusable data.They then look ahead to the future of handover, exploring AI‑driven validation, standardized asset data requirements, continuous turnover, and the rise of lifecycle‑focused digital deliverables. Robert and his guest outline what must change across the industry and what steps owners can take to dramatically improve handover outcomes.

    The Final Deliverable w/Sonali Wadhwa

  2. Aug 6

    The Source of Truth Problem w/Tara Brice

    Episode Two dives straight into one of the most persistent challenges in digital delivery: the source of truth problem. Projects today generate more information than ever, yet teams still struggle with outdated files, conflicting versions, buried decisions, and workflows that break the moment information scatters. This episode explores why the Common Data Environment has become essential, not optional. It breaks down what happens when teams rely onemail chains, shared drives, and screenshots instead of structured, reliable systems. It also looks at the real‑world consequences of information chaos and why solving the source of truth problem is foundational to modern projectdelivery.

    The Source of Truth Problem w/Tara Brice

  3. Jul 30

    Two Voices, One Mission

    Season Two marks a turning point for The Digital Exchange. The industry is changing, the conversations are getting bigger, and the work ahead demands more than one perspective. In this opening episode, Robert and Kendra share why they decided to step into the studio together and what it means to build a show with two voices aligned around a single mission.This episode explores how their different backgrounds, experiences, and generational viewpoints create a stronger, more balanced lens on digital delivery. It sets the direction for the season, outlining the deeper, more intentional conversations they plan to have about culture, technology, leadership, and the future of AECO.Two voices, one mission, and a clear vision for where the industry needs to go next.

    Two Voices, One Mission

  4. Season 2 Trailer

    The Conversation Just Got Bigger

    A new chapter of The Digital Exchange begins. A new voice. A new perspective. A new cohost is joining the conversation.

    The Conversation Just Got Bigger

  5. Apr 17

    Implementation of a Digital Twin Platform w/ Ian Siegel

    Implementing a digital twin platform is where strategy becomes reality. Choosing the right system is only the beginning. The real challenge is integrating it into existing workflows, preparing data, aligning teams, and building a sustainable governance model that keeps the twin accurate and valuable over time. In this episode, we are joined by Ian Siegel, [insert title] as we explore what it takes to implement a digital twin platform successfully, from data readiness and system integration to change management, adoption, and long-term stewardship. Whether you are starting your first pilot or scaling across an entire portfolio, this conversation brings clarity to the path from vision to execution. #thedigitalexchange #AECO #DigitalTwin #Implementation

    Implementation of a Digital Twin Platform w/ Ian Siegel

  6. Mar 20

    Owner Enforcement of Standards w/ Dr. Johnny Fortune

    Every owner wants consistency, quality, and usable data, but without clear standards and real enforcement, those goals fall apart quickly. This episode joined by Dr. Johnny Fortune to break down the purpose behind owner standards, the risks of ignoring them, and the practical steps organizations can take to make standards real on every project. If you’ve ever struggled with compliance, contractor alignment, or long‑term data stewardship, this conversation brings clarity.Contact Johnny https://www.aecodigitech.com/Catch up on AECO Tech Talk https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM3Qh4rTuqTIXS030DfLkrA#TheDigitalExchange #AECO #Standarization #AECOTechTalk

    Owner Enforcement of Standards w/ Dr. Johnny Fortune

  7. Mar 13

    Digital Twin Platform Choice w/Jacob D’Albora

    Digital twins are becoming essential for owners who need real time visibility, better asset performance, and a source of truth across planning, design, construction, and operations. But choosing the right platform is one of the most consequential and misunderstood decisions an organization can make. In this episode with Digital Twin Expert, Jacob D'Albora, we unpack what separates a true digital twin from a 3D model, the criteria owners should evaluate, and the pitfalls that lead to digital regret. From interoperability and governance to scalability and vendor lock in, we explore how to make a platform choice that delivers value today and resilience for the future.#TheDigitalExchange #AECO #DigitalTwin #DigitalDelivery

    Digital Twin Platform Choice w/Jacob D’Albora

  8. Mar 6

    Beyond West Texas w/Brian Chavez & Don Billingsley

    Today, we bring together three friends from Odessa Permian’s legendary Class of ’89. A team and a moment commemorated by Friday Night Lights. Decades later, they return not as athletes under the stadium lights, but as leaders shaped by the discipline, pressure, and brotherhood of those years. This episode explores how their shared past forged their leadership, how they’ve carried West Texas grit into the boardroom, and what it means to reconnect after a lifetime of growth, change, and hard‑earned perspective.The content in this video is used under fair use. All rights to the content, including images, music, and video clips, are reserved by their respective copyright holders. If you believe any content in this video infringes your copyright, please contact us directly.#thedigitalexchange #OdessaPermian #PermianPanthers #FridayNightLightshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRdiLV56Btk&t=237shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-OSW7cmBRc&t=35shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5fU1T_1SSohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kQKad5g8hk&t=5650s

    Beyond West Texas w/Brian Chavez & Don Billingsley
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Welcome to The Digital Exchange! This is a show built around candid conversations with the leaders driving change across the AECO industry. Join Robert in this space created to bring owners, contractors, designers, and technologists together for honest dialogue about what’s working, what’s not, and where we’re headed. If you’re looking for a community that cares about building smarter and leading with purpose, you’ve found it.

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