BIM/Digital construction cluster meeting Dynamo – Building the North East IT Economy May 2017

North East BIM/Digital construction cluster

The cluster approach Effective clusters are well-developed concentrations of related business working together. Research (including studies by Harvard Business School) demonstrates the impact of clusters in terms of: increased productivity and operational efficiency stimulating innovation increasing commercialisation Aim to bring together the best of all worlds – synergies between digital, construction, education sectors to support business growth and innovation

Digital sector UK's digital economy is world leading in terms of proportion of GDP (12%) Tech UK figures North East is birthplace of BIM and has world leading expertise in this area but….its a hidden gem and needs investment to grow

Construction sector Construction sector is back to growth following the recession Represents 6-7% GDP Interesting market dynamics – apprenticeship levy, economic uncertainty due to Brexit Challenges - conservatism, slow adaptors of new technology, labour mobility, skills shortages and availability of labour, fragmented supply chain BIM – government mandate, growth opportunity, adoption challenges, limited market penetration

KPMG global construction survey 2016 – Building a technology advantage

Cluster needs Industry led Networking and engagement across region and sectors Sharing intelligence, research etc.. Collaboration on projects ‘Joined up’ approach – events etc. Contributing to activities to raise the profile of sector and educate e.g. case studies Communication - Vision and key messages Funding bids Demonstrate impact

Time Activity Lead 2.30pm Welcome and aims/objectives of the cluster approach Anne/Charlie 2.40pm Networking activity All 3.10pm Cluster needs – survey feedback and discussion 3.30pm Case study development – in workshop groups 4pm Update on Dynamo BIM/Digital construction bids and activity to date Anne/Becky 4.10pm Research update Anne 4.20pm Topics, format and actions for next meeting Anne/All 4.30pm Meeting close  

BIM/Digital construction cluster meeting Dynamo – Building the North East IT Economy May 2017