Real Estate Innovation: AI, Technologies, and Future Trends with Arash Shahi (#39)
Arash is an entrepreneur and innovator. He is recognized for his ability to bring stakeholders together on collaborative initiatives and for his visionary approach to digital technology. In 2020, he was named one of the Top 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction for his innovative work. Arash holds a PhD in construction engineering and management technologies and co-founded the Building Innovation Research Centre at the University of Toronto.
His experience, educational background and passion for the AEC sector propelled him to co-create AECO Innovation Lab, which is poised to revolutionize the adoption of digital technology in AEC and related industries and governments. AECO provides research, software, and business development services to transform insights into real-world solutions.
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, Payam speaks with Arash Shahi, PhD, P Eng, PMP, and CEO of Land Logic, about Real Estate Innovation. Arash shares his impressive journey in the real estate sector, spanning over 20 years, and discusses his pivotal role in innovations such as the ACO Innovation Lab and One Ontario. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of digitizing the Ontario Building Code, the necessity for standardized data exchange in real estate, and the future impact of AI in the industry. They further discuss how municipalities and the private sectors must adapt to this evolving landscape and the critical role of leadership and public-private partnerships. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the future of real estate development and technology’s transformative role.
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- Real Estate Innovation
- Digitizing the Ontario Building Code
- The Need for Centralized Permitting Systems
- The Imperative for Digitization in Real Estate
- Building Land Logic: Data Exchange as Infrastructure
- Why AI Will Reshape Real Estate Decisioning
- The Municipal Challenge & Opportunity
- Challenges in BIM Adoption
- What Real Estate Professionals Should Watch
AI’s Impact on Jobs and Industry
- Opportunities in Construction Tech
LandLogic is led by an elite management team with deep expertise across the architectural, engineering, construction, real estate and academic sectors.Â
Our leaders include top innovators in construction and development, experts in AEC software sales, and seasoned strategists in global marketing. Specialists with robust backgrounds in complex financial landscapes and cutting-edge technologies like GIS and geomatics guide financial and technical strategies. With a proven track record in transforming organizational engagement and elevating brand experiences, our marketing and creative leaders ensure LandLogic remains at the forefront of industry advancements. This formidable team positions LandLogic to drive innovation and leadership in land data insights.
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This document is a supplementary resource to
episode #24 of the Real Estate Development
Insights Podcast in which Payam Noursalehi shares a practical framework for evaluating and selecting the most suitable innovative systems for your next project.Â
