About this episode
Sam Zhou discusses innovative strategies for streamlining projects at the MBTA.
On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Sam Zhou, Chief Engineer & Assistant General Manager of Engineering and Capital at the MBTA. Sam shares his innovative approach to streamlining projects at the T. He gives us the rundown on what “A new way of doing business at the T” really means, including how we’re saving money, delivering results more quickly, and making the T better for everyone. How do we “do more with less”? Find out on this episode of Spilling the T! Got questions or ideas for the show? Email us at social@mbta.com – your feedback might end up in a future episode!
People in this episode
Host: Spilling the T
Guest: Sam Zhou
Topics covered
- engineering
- project management
- innovation
- public transportation
- cost-saving strategies
Keywords
- MBTA
- Sam Zhou
- engineering
- public transportation
- cost-saving
- project management
- innovation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: MBTA
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