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3/18/24, 8:38 AM Procore hosts Smart Build Forum: A convergence of construction and technology
the strategic value of technology as a driving force behind innovation, sustainability, and
resilience. Procore, alongside several industry leaders, also emphasized the need to

successfully navigate change in construction in a way that fosters a culture of innovation.

In addition, construction leaders shared valuable data and insights with stakeholders
about the focus areas in the coming year.

Brandon Oliveri-O’Connor, Head of Region – Vice President of Sales, EMEA of Procore,

said: “The construction industry in the region is undergoing significant transformation due
to new trends and innovations. By hosting the Smart Build Forum, we successfully brought

together leaders and visionaries in the sector, who extensively explored ways to further
integrate technology in construction to boost operational efficiency and drive innovation.

Additionally, the forum served as a nexus to network and forge collaborations among
industry stakeholders. At Procore, we remain committed to spearheading the

advancement of digital construction solutions, working closely with industry leaders to

drive operational efficiency and innovation.”

In the first session, construction leaders provided insights into the next 12 months thanks

to the future-focused agenda. This allowed stakeholders to engage in discussions

regarding their priorities for the upcoming year. The session was hosted by Madeleine
Skillen, host of the Tech Horizons Podcast and Regional Marketing Manager at Procore

Technologies. The second session, ‘Tech Nexus - Driving Innovation with an Integrated
Ecosystem,’ explored how platform technology acts as a strategic catalyst for data

visibility, connectivity, and innovation. The speaker for the session was Mohammad
Alfaour, Senior Solutions Consultant at Procore.

The final session, titled ‘Change Navigation Panel – Securing Internal Buy-In for a Culture

of Innovation,’ covered successful strategies for navigating change in the construction
industry from leading experts. Mukund Hirani, CTO and Co-Founder, Navatech, and

Salpie Kechichian, Head of Product Management, WakeCap, were the speakers at the

session.

With the construction industry at a crossroads between tradition and transformation, the

Procore Smart Build Forum had a lasting impact on stakeholders and upcoming policies.

Through strategic collaboration, Procore's Smart Build Forum allowed for the dynamic
intersection of construction and technology, revealing insights that will help fundamentally

change the way the next generation of cities are built.

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