Atul Gawande Explains How Checklists Solve AEC Industry Complexity
Gawande notes: that to combat complexity and the harm of expertise in the industry communication and checklists are a must.
Conversations: Monica Wilson from Construction Industry Workforce Initiative (CIWI)
LISA is impressed by the work of Monica Wilson of CIWI. This organization provides opportunities for low-income, first generation college students that have an interest in construction management and other career paths.
4 Great Construction Jobs for College Grads
Need to know if you're a good fit for great construction jobs? Just take a look at some of the industry's finest, and realize you match up just fine.
Transbay Transit Center Fosters New Neighborhood
The Transbay Transit Center's construction and design changes bring new life, faces, and innovative activities to the neighborhood.
Who Will Solve the Hidden Toxicity Lurking in Old Buildings?
Today, LISA had the pleasure of lunching with Lynn Simon from Thornton Tomasetti to discuss old buildings that present a heavy burden on the environment. How does society re-engineer these structures?
Movie and Construction Industries Share Project Style, Networking, and Teamwork
From networking to development, to teamwork, and to final sale, the movie and construction industry share many similarities.
The Age of Acceleration: How Construction is Adapting to New Technology
Technological acceleration is not only happening at Google, Intel, and Tesla—it's going on in every metropolitan construction ecosystem in the country.
AEC Career Tracks Offer More Mobility
Students planning their careers still need greater education and awareness about AEC career tracks. Here's how the LISA Movement can help.
What Does One Do with a Ph.D. in Construction?
Team LISA had the opportunity to meet with Daniel Hall, who received his Ph.D. in Construction from Stanford. He has his finger on the proverbial pulse and shares his insights.
Sam & Sam – Episode 7
In episode 7 of Sam & Sam, Sam proudly reveals his newly employed status in the construction industry where his ambition and coding skills are in demand and highly valued.