What does the future of digital design and project delivery look like? That question brought BGE team members to Autodesk University’s Design and Make Conference, where industry leaders and innovators gathered to explore the technologies shaping the next generation of our industry.
Throughout the conference, one message stood out: the future is connected. Connected data, connected workflows, and connected teams are becoming the foundation for smarter project delivery and better outcomes.
For our design teams, the sessions showcased how technologies such as automation and AI to help streamline quality reviews, project coordination, clash detection, and documentation. Tools such as Autodesk Assistant demonstrated how quickly teams can access and analyze information, reduce time spent on repetitive tasks, and create more opportunities to focus on solving complex design challenges.
Autodesk University is an opportunity to turn conversations about the future of design into practical tools and workflows we can use at BGE. We’re going with a focus on learning firsthand, exploring what’s possible, and bringing back ideas that help our teams work more efficiently and deliver better results for our clients.
ROBBY RIVERA, SENIOR DIGITAL DELIVERY MANAGER
For our Digital Delivery professionals, the conference reinforced the importance of creating environments where data, models, and workflows work together seamlessly. As Autodesk continues advancing solutions such as Autodesk Forma, Connected Spaces, BIM-to-Build workflows, and AI-driven technologies, it became clear that success depends on having reliable data and standardized processes at the core of every project.
That takeaway resonated strongly with BGE. Over the past couple of years, we have invested in developing the BGE Methodology, establishing standardized workflows for project setup, data management, model development, and collaboration. The innovations showcased at Autodesk University validated that these efforts are creating the foundation needed to support the next generation of digital delivery.
From a Digital Delivery perspective, one message that I felt was consistently reinforced throughout Autodesk University:the future of project delivery dependson connected environments where data, models, workflows, and teams work together seamlessly.
CHRISTIE UBANDO, DIGITAL DELIVERY MANAGER
Artificial intelligence was another major focus throughout the conference. While AI is creating exciting opportunities to improve efficiency and decision-making, one message remained consistent: effective AI depends on quality data. The work our teams have done to improve consistency, reliability, and project standards is helping position BGE to leverage these technologies in meaningful ways.
Perhaps the most exciting takeaway was the confirmation that the efforts we have made in shaping our methodology is a move in the right direction. As we continue to strengthen our methodologies and explore new technologies, we remain focused on building connected digital environments that support smarter decisions, stronger project outcomes, and the future of digital delivery for our clients and communities.
Autodesk University was an inspiring experience that highlighted both the scale of innovation occurring across the industry and the rapid pace of technological change. I was impressed by the sheer number of professionals coming together to share ideas, learn from one another, and explore new approaches to design and project delivery.
LINDSAY KOVAR, DIRECTOR, PUBLIC WORKS, TRANSFORMATION TEAM CHAIR
About BGE, Inc.
For 50 years, BGE, Inc. has served public and private clients as a full-service, multidiscipline engineering consulting firm with integrated capabilities. BGE delivers a broad range of advisory services, technical expertise, and innovative, sustainable solutions to support local, regional, and national communities as they shape the future of infrastructure. Backed by five decades of civil engineering leadership and ranked #125 on Engineering News-Record’s 2026 Top 500 Design Firms list, BGE helps client partners solve their most critical infrastructure challenges. For more information, https://www.bgeinc.com
