Artificial Intelligence: Skill up or sit out?

About this episode

Matt Ensor discusses the implications of AI in the construction sector and how businesses can adapt.

In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Matt Ensor. AI strategist and industry innovator — he unpacks what the rise of AI really means for the construction sector. From practical tools to mindset shifts, Matt shares his take on where we’re already seeing AI in action (even if we don’t realise it), the challenges we need to prepare for, and how to take the first step if your business hasn’t yet made the leap. We also chat about the risks of being left behind, what the f...

People in this episode

Host: HERA

Guest: Matt Ensor

Topics covered

• Artificial Intelligence
• construction industry
• business strategy
• innovation
• mindset shifts

Keywords

• Artificial Intelligence
• construction
• business
• innovation
• mindset shifts
• AI tools
• industry challenges

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stirring the Pot, HERA

Places: construction sector

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