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DesignBUILD reimagined

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DesignBUILD reimagined

Australia’s event for the architecture, building, construction and design communities, embarks on its 34th show with a renewed focus.

Building on this foundation, DesignBUILD is advancing excellence and innovation in the built environment, celebrating quality products, sustainable solutions and knowledge exchanges in commercial design and construction.

Returning to Melbourne this April, DesignBUILD will launch a new Digital Building Zone, presenting up-to-the-minute solutions in construction technology and smart buildings. Offering visitors an industry-exclusive opportunity to connect with enterprise companies and start-ups in the construction tech market to realise the potential of digitisation.

DesignBUILD will work closely with UK sister brand Digital Construction Week, to deliver the latest thinking and discussion revolutionising the construction industry, from the digitisation of paper-based processes and cloud-based design collaboration, through to cutting-edge software, AI and sensor technology.

Event Director James Laing is eager for the 2020 event to demonstrate the high standards and continuing innovations happening throughout the entire build process in Australia.

 “Through our renewed 2020 focus, we hope to offer visitors a forum where they can connect with trustworthy brands in the industry representing the entire build spectrum, learn about practical solutions, and engage with cutting-edge technology.”

In taking a more holistic view of the future built environment, DesignBUILD will for the first time be co-located with Total Facilities. Giving visitors access to complete strategies and solutions across the building lifecycle from planning to operation, all on one show floor. Visitors will have the freedom to explore both shows and discover trusted suppliers who represent the breadth of the building lifecycle including the latest facilities products and providers across Workspace 

Fitout & Design, Energy Efficiency, Access Control, Building Maintenance, Health & Safety and more.

Running alongside the reinvigorated show floor will be a new look, FREE to attend Speaker Series program. With the established and popular Design and Build stages combined to create a central hub that explores the big picture issues impacting the industry. 

The 2020 Speaker Series will also see the launch of the Digital Building Theatre, set to present the latest in digital solutions and technological advancements across planning, design and building. 

Conference Director Pia Argiratos says, “As an industry, we’re always seeking to improve practice, process and procedure, and therefore this year’s DesignBUILD program will look at not only how compliance and reform can play a role but also technology and innovation.”

“We have curated a range of topics from speakers who are experts in their respective fields to help lead discussions and workshops around improving the way we conceptualise and develop our buildings.”

“From product selection to construction issues, we have seen that there is room for improvement in the industry. The speaker program seeks to offer a platform for exploration, innovation and education to work towards better solutions,” Argiratos says.

Visitors can except to engage in a range of interviews, panels discussions and workshops covering a wide range of topics from Digital Strategy – what to adopt and what to leave behind? To product compliance and updates on building regulatory reforms. 

DesignBUILD Reimagined will return to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from the 27-29 October 2020. Register free online at designbuildexpo.com.au

WITH PROGRESS COMES RISK: TACKLING CYBERSECURITY ISSUES FOR SMART BUILDINGS

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WITH PROGRESS COMES RISK: TACKLING CYBERSECURITY ISSUES FOR SMART BUILDINGS

Modern buildings continue to get smarter, and as they do, cybersecurity is becoming a very real challenge for those invested in protecting connected systems and the people occupying these spaces from emerging online attacks. Coupled with existing and long-standing vulnerabilities in legacy OT systems, the emergence of the unregulated Internet of Things (IoT) technologies will dramatically expand the threat landscape over the next five years.

The distinction between Enterprise IT systems and OT systems offers different perspectives on cyber threats. Attacks on Enterprise networks are now commonplace and typically witnessed in the form of data breaches or ransomware attacks, affecting information or the availability of information. OT systems are fundamentally different to Enterprise IT systems and are often under disparate governance and policy structures.

Smart buildings rely on connectivity to enable social and operational drivers, and yet connectivity increases the risk of cyber-attack. Such cyber-attacks on OT systems can impact critical infrastructure, building services and safety systems and have the potential to shut down buildings, businesses and even economies dependant on the scale, and is already flagged as a key concern by the Australian government.

A joint statement from Attorney-General George Brandis and Treasurer Scott Morrison said, ‘Amid increased privatisation, supply chain outsourcing, and the shift in our international investment profile, Australia’s national critical infrastructure is more exposed than ever to sabotage, espionage and coercion.’
For anyone involved within smart buildings it remains vital to stay connected to key developments in the industry, especially as the evolution of technology impacts the delivery of smarter and safer buildings. Of interest to the industry will be the ARBS Speaker Series presentation: Cyber Security and the Emergence of Smart Buildings by Travis Chehab of AECOM. This presentation will discuss how critical infrastructure and operational technology are emerging as accessible and attractive targets to malicious actors and will consider threats to modern buildings from a security perspective.

Chehab says, ‘All stakeholders must refine how we approach smart building networks, ensuring that the levels and layers of security are addressed by design. With more buildings favouring connectivity, critical is continuing the education and dialogue from the ground up about cybersecurity and risk mitigation.’
Stay tuned, the complete ARBS 2020 program will launch shortly. ARBS is Australia’s premiere event for HVAC&R and building services professionals, and since 1998 has provided a unique B2B forum for the entire industry to connect. Save the date; ARBS 2020 will be held from 19-21 May at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. For further information visit www.arbs.com.au

ABOUT ARBS 2020
Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Exhibition dates: New dates and information coming soon
Cost:
Exhibition –
free of charge, trade visitors only
Seminars –
costs to be advised with final programme
Awards Presentation Dinner –
Tables of 10: $1850 + GST or individual tickets $195 + GST

No better time to upskill for a management role with CQ University

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The demand for construction managers in Australia has grown strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to grow over the next five.

According to the Australian Government Job Outlook, there is likely to be around 47,000 job openings in this field through to 2022, with workers leaving and new jobs being created.

With excellent prospects on the horizon, there’s no better time to consider upskilling with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) degree from CQUniversity to best prepare you for career progression into construction management.

CQUniversity is one of the few universities offering builtenvironment and design course by online study, enabling you to study anywhere in Australia and while you’re working full or part-time.

The construction management course is offered part time and online, giving you the flexibility to balance personal and professional commitments.

Designed to develop your expertise in planning and communication and provide you with an in-depth knowledge of construction, the bachelor-level course has a strong focus on construction management and planning, services, building maintenance and materials and structures.

With CQUniversity’s strong industry links, students can be assured that they are gaining a practical understanding of the latest industry innovations, industry codes and practices.

Students learn about material selection and usage, communication, planning and ethics, ensuring they are well-rounded in knowledge and work ready.

As a leader in online learning, CQUniversity provides an excellent platform to learn from skilled lecturers and academics and also like-minded peers.

To learn more about CQUniversity’s Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) degree and its entry requirements, visit the CQUniversity website www.cqu.edu.au.

Constructing Our World Conference

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The 2019 Constructing Our World Conference in Sydney promises to challenge your thinking and engage you in debate on a number of key topics facing the building and construction industry. How should we educate and train our builders for the future? Are our current systems keeping up with the demands of new technology? what might the buildings of the future demand of builders’ knowledge and processes? what are the politicians planning for our sector and how do the financiers see the future for building in our region?

The conference will address these questions and more and afford attendees the opportunity to catch up with colleagues from around the globe to share experiences and issues. The organisers are planning two value-packed days of speakers and interactive sessions as well as time to enjoy the sights and attractions of beautiful Sydney. Builders, project managers, educators, students, government policy makers, suppliers and construction allied personnel are sure to enjoy and bene t from attendance at the conference.

The Australian Institute of Building is currently looking at an exciting and engaging extended program for international
delegates who will no doubt consider making the trip to Australia’s number one harbour city. This will include fringe events as well as a welcome reception on the eve of the conference.

Constructing Our World is an initiative in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Building, the New Zealand Institute of Building and the Singapore Institute of Building Limited.

So save the date (18 – 20 September 2019). we look forward to seeing you in Sydney!