Looking forward for 2017: What is Data Day?
First, thanks to all who attended Data Day 2016 in Scottsdale, Arizona. About 50 attendees started the journey to learning how data manipulation and analysis will be a new frontier for AEC firms. Data Day 2017, will be held in Toronto, Canada, and is in the planning stages right now.
Second, I am humbled that I been asked to head the Data Day Committee for 2017. Many thanks to Chris Needham for his leadership last year, and his continuing assistance this year. Also on the Data Day committee is Tammy Adolf, of Stantec.
The Data Day Committee has sent out a survey to assist us in planning. So far we’ve had a great response (thank you!). There is still time to provide your input if you haven’t already (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DataDay17) . We are seeking input to inform Data Day 2017.
The committee is often asked about what is the difference between BCS and Data Day. I think the most straightforward answer is:
- The Building…