ELLEN FLANNERY

reetings and a warm welcome to the latest instalment of Intelligent Build. tech magazine. Sadly, this will be my last edition as editor, and the publication will be taken over by the wonderful Rebecca Miles and will also switch to a bi-monthly basis. Thank you for all the support from readers and contributors over the last two years. It was an absolute pleasure. So, for one final time: we trust you have had a rejuvenating month and are eager to delve into another great edition.

Patrick E. Murphy, Chief Investment Officer at Coastal Construction, brings a unique blend of political experience, technological innovation and hands-on industry knowledge to one of Florida’ s largest and most influential building firms to our cover story this month. A former US Congressman and current leader in AI-driven construction solutions, Murphy is helping shape the future of the built environment through his work with Coastal Construction, Togal. AI and CodeComply. AI. With Coastal delivering over US $ 1.5 billion of projects this year alone, and as a top 100 General Contractor in the US, Murphy’ s vision is rooted in driving efficiency, embracing technology and solving critical challenges like the affordable housing crisis.

“ This kind of innovation opens the door for a more diverse, techsavvy workforce: men and women who might not have considered construction before. We’ re not just building differently. We’ re changing who gets to build and how they do it,” said Murphy.

Dive into this interview on page 48.

Axis Communications has published a new report that explores the state of AI in the global video surveillance industry. Titled

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The State of AI in Video Surveillance, the report examines the key opportunities, challenges and future trends, as well as the responsible practices that are becoming critical for organisations in their use of AI. The report draws insights from qualitative research as well as quantitative data sources, including in-depth interviews with carefully selected experts from the Axis global partner network. Learn more on page 20.

“ Definitions differ. But one thing is certain: That any‘ smart’ city should be focused on making life for its citizens better.” That was Olly Thomas, Director of Advisory Services, EMEA, Bentley Systems, sharing their insights on the priorities and approach of future Smart Cities, and why citizens should be front and centre of their design. Read what they had to say on page 32.

We also have a range of‘ Intelligent’ pages, which feature the latest in automation, cloud, network, green, BIM and security.

I hope you enjoy this issue and if you would like to contribute to any future editions then please get in touch with rebecca @ lynchpinmedia. com

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