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BIG DATA TECHNOLOGY AND ANALYTICS

YIELDS BIG

SOLUTIONS

An Interview with Rosendin's Jad Chalhoub, Director of Analytics,
and Jose Samaniego, Senior Developer Field Applications

By Haley Earhart, Marketing Coordinator

here is no question that Rosendin is Together, Samaniego and Cruz worked on creating a one-
stop solution for data with the proper UX/UI interface.
filled with talented individuals and
In addition, the Technology & Analytics team has been
T groups. Like most well-oiled machines,
working on 15 corporate-wide initiatives with Artificial
each department and division has a goal in Intelligence (AI) components, two of which are projected to
roll out by Summer 2023. The use of AI is not to have the
mind to keep things running smoothly. One computers take over but to help make work a little easier.
such talented group is the recently formed
Speaking with Jad Chalhoub, Director of Analytics, he
Technology and Analytics Department. explained that the analytics side of the department is By data-mining all the information that Rosendin keep communication active to ensure everything runs
all about uncovering inside knowledge throughout the gathers, the Analytics Team can quantify various smoothly. By monitoring what is being used or what
The 25-member team has accomplished a lot in a short time, company and presenting the information in a way that solutions. One such example was to find a solution to isn't, the team takes data and improves workflow
including the Sheetviewer, Fieldviewer, Object Exporter for any team member can understand and utilize effectively. determine the number of supervisors needed on a job. further, saving all of us from a lot of headaches.
Navisworks, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Project The Analytics Team took out the guesswork and created
Surveyor, and Rosendin Project Management (RPM) database. Chalhoub continued, "Anything that is logged or has a way for teams to get a reliable number for how many As mentioned, the Technology and Analytics team has
data can be extracted and be of use. A crucial part of supervisors would be required per field employee. developed a top-notch skill set regarding 3D printing
Originally part of the Building Information Modeling (BIM) the analytic team involves breaking down the silos items such as prefab mounts and new connections
Department, the Technology and Analytics Department between departments. Information from one department In addition to the previously mentioned projects, such prototypes for employees to test for projects. This
presented itself through various projects that needed to make may not say much on its' own; however, compared to as Sheetviewer and Fieldviewer, the Analytics Team eliminates the guesswork and a person as the physical
it to the finish line. One such project led by Jose Samaniego, data taken from a different department, there may be supports other teams at Rosendin by creating software piece to hold and put in place where needed.
Senior Developer Field Applications, and Edmundo Cruz, trends resulting from the combined information and add-ins such as Excel macros and 3D printing for various
Senior Software Development Manager, tasked two outside data. That is a goal of the analytics team. We seek out objects, including prototypes. These unique capabilities This team is growing fast and making enormous strides.
companies with developing a one-stop solution application. problems to create solutions and help connect data are a great internal resource, help solve problems, and To think, only two years ago, there were a few individuals
The first company successfully developed a user interface but points that may not initially be seen as valuable." make everyday motions more efficient for everyone. trying to solve a problem and harness data. The team
failed to present sufficient data. The second company got has even developed to utilize technology such as drones
the data correct but failed regarding the User Experience/ Those who understand the value of analytics know that If there is a macro that would help streamline workflow, for surveying solar projects, with three team members
User Interface (UX/UI). The two companies could not some of the team's findings may not seem groundbreaking the Technology and Analytics Department is the team that receiving their FAA Part 107 pilot licenses. There's no saying
provide a proper application. So, as the saying goes, if you to everyone. Still, for the team, each discovery is helpful can help. Have an issue with an application? Need an add- how far they'll go, but the possibilities are endless. 
want something done right, you have to do it yourself. because it helps improve someone's workflow or solve a in that will help with organization and communication?
problem, which could be groundbreaking for that individual. That's this team's language, and they work hard to
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