As part of its technology survey Building a technology advantage – Global Construction Survey 2016, KPMG interviewed Philippe Bonnave, chairman and CEO, Bouygues Construction, to talk about his company’s approach to technology.
…on innovation
Innovation is the means by which we have always advanced. It’s our culture. But today, the complexity of the environmental, economic and social challenges we face, demands that we innovate alongside others – with our minds open. We have to share our own areas of expertise with third parties and combine them with new, non-core disciplines.
Our aim is to connect with those who are imagining the world of tomorrow, whether they are start-ups, universities or large companies. Tomorrow, no one will innovate in isolation.
…on BIM
With digital modelling, the way in which we build will change forever. BIM has shaken up the construction process by shifting the challenges upstream. So we become better at anticipating costs, schedules and difficulties, and better at innovating. A revolution is underway. By modernising every part of all our businesses, we hope to become one of tomorrow’s industry leaders in BIM.
…on big data and smart grid buildings
Neighbourhoods and cities are now capable of producing and exchanging data, which means creating links between different parties, and setting up new users. Being connected means that data works to help residents by reducing energy consumption, providing more services, increasing independence, and encouraging networking. In short, helping people live better together.
…on sustainability
Nowadays, everything has to be “sustainable”, requiring project leaders to think, calculate and anticipate. Long before the first diggers arrive at the site, we use digital modeling and lifecycle analysis to design solutions that reduce the environmental impact of our buildings and structures. And they will continue to be sustainable for decades after handover.
…on success
One thing, and one thing only, defines success: excellent work! This is not so much an ambition as an obligation. At each link of the construction process value chain, our employees’ highest priority is to give the best of themselves.
The success of our increasingly complex projects demands nothing less. Success is also about bringing in all our projects – large and small – on schedule and on budget.
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