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On May 30, the AGC Technology Committee convened for its quarterly meeting, featuring the inaugural session of our "Tech Think Tank" speaker series. This new segment aims to spotlight emerging technologies that are transforming the construction industry. While we are not endorsing the companies featured in these sessions, we believe in sharing new ideas and tools that may benefit AGC members. Our first presenter was Oscar Garcia, founder and CEO of Need2Say, an AI-powered communication platform designed to enhance safety and productivity on construction sites by overcoming language barriers. Addressing a Critical Need in Construction Garcia, drawing from personal experience and industry insights, highlighted the challenges faced by multilingual workforces in construction. With a significant portion of laborers being immigrants, communication gaps can lead to misunderstandings, safety incidents, and decreased efficiency. Key Features of Need2Say Need2Say offers a suite of tools tailored for the construction industry: Real-Time Speech Translation: Facilitates instant verbal communication across multiple languages, ensuring clarity on job sites. Smart Multilingual Chat: Enables seamless text communication with real-time translation, promoting collaboration among diverse teams. Training Video Assignments: Allows for the distribution and tracking of safety and training videos in various languages, ensuring all workers are informed. E-Sign Documents: Simplifies the process of obtaining signatures on essential documents, streamlining administrative tasks. Toolbox Access: Provides instant access to safety manuals and OSHA guidelines, promoting compliance and safety awareness. Impact on the Industry By integrating these features, Need2Say aims to reduce workplace accidents, enhance compliance with safety regulations, and improve overall productivity. The platform's focus on real-time, multilingual communication addresses a critical need in the construction sector, fostering a safer and more inclusive work environment. You can watch a video of the presentation on the Tech Think Tank page. Looking Ahead The AGC Technology Committee is excited to continue the Think Tank series, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront and fostering discussions on technology's role in construction. Members are encouraged to participate on the committee. For more information, visit the committee page. For more information on Need2Say, visit https://www.need2say.com/
On May 30, the AGC Technology Committee convened for its quarterly meeting, featuring the inaugural session of our "Tech Think Tank" speaker series. This new segment aims to spotlight emerging technologies that are transforming the construction industry. While we are not endorsing the companies featured in these sessions, we believe in sharing new ideas and tools that may benefit AGC members.
Our first presenter was Oscar Garcia, founder and CEO of Need2Say, an AI-powered communication platform designed to enhance safety and productivity on construction sites by overcoming language barriers.
Addressing a Critical Need in Construction Garcia, drawing from personal experience and industry insights, highlighted the challenges faced by multilingual workforces in construction. With a significant portion of laborers being immigrants, communication gaps can lead to misunderstandings, safety incidents, and decreased efficiency.
Key Features of Need2Say Need2Say offers a suite of tools tailored for the construction industry:
Impact on the Industry By integrating these features, Need2Say aims to reduce workplace accidents, enhance compliance with safety regulations, and improve overall productivity. The platform's focus on real-time, multilingual communication addresses a critical need in the construction sector, fostering a safer and more inclusive work environment. You can watch a video of the presentation on the Tech Think Tank page.
Looking Ahead The AGC Technology Committee is excited to continue the Think Tank series, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront and fostering discussions on technology's role in construction. Members are encouraged to participate on the committee. For more information, visit the committee page.
For more information on Need2Say, visit https://www.need2say.com/