Proactive Risk Management and the Benefits of Technology in Construction with Matt Aston, President at GPRS

On the latest episode of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl is joined by Matt Aston, President at GPRS, the nation's largest company specializing in the detection of underground utilities.

In this episode, Jason and Matt discuss the role of technology in the construction industry and the importance of proactive risk management. Matt explains how GPRS's ground penetrating radar services help construction companies identify underground utilities before excavation, minimizing the risk of damage.

They also touch on services like video pipe inspection and the litigation aspect of utility damage. Matt highlights the shift towards a more proactive mindset in the industry and the future integration of AI and augmented reality.

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Episode Highlights: 

• 01:03 - Matt’s background
• 02:36 - Managing risk at GPRS
• 05:06 - Minimizing litigation risk in construction
• 10:27 - The role of AI in construction and risk management
• 12:44 - Adoption of technology in proactive risk management
• 16:00 - Hiring talent in technology and construction

Episode resources:

• Matt Aston on LinkedIn
• GPRS on LinkedIn
• TrustLayer

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