AEC’s AI Moment: New Report Reveals Readiness Gap and Roadmap

In this episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast, we’re joined by Eileen Canady, CMO of BST Global, to discuss the groundbreaking findings from the 2025 Global AEC AI & Data Insights Report. From AI adoption trends to workforce transformation, we explore how engineering firms are embracing AI, overcoming challenges, and reshaping the future of the industry.

Key Topics Covered:
Why AI is set to transform the AEC industry within 5 years
The readiness gap: firms’ belief vs. actual preparedness
How leadership buy-in drives successful AI adoption
The surprising role of firm size in AI readiness
Workforce evolution: reskilling engineers and the rise of prompt engineering
Predictive modeling and how AI is improving project outcomes
The importance of data governance, security, and leadership roles in AI strategy