Slate Technologies leverages AI to drive transformative changes in the construction industry. Senthil Kumar, an expert in decision science and AI, discusses how Slate’s innovative AI solutions enhance decision-making throughout the construction lifecycle. In this interview, Aarni Heiskanen with AEC Business and Senthil cover everything from design validation to cost management. Senthil also shares successful case studies where large contractors in the UK and North America achieved significant time and cost savings using these technologies.
The interview explores the integration of advanced AI technologies, including intent-based computation and a proprietary language model tailored for construction. These innovations provide contextual intelligence, enabling more efficient project execution.
Senthil emphasizes the importance of incorporating soft data, such as personal anecdotes and qualitative insights, into AI models. This approach adds a human touch, making AI systems more empathetic and versatile. Additionally, the blog addresses the critical issue of bias in AI, outlining techniques like counterfactual reasoning to ensure fairness.
The evolving partnership between AI and human expertise is expanding. AI enhances decision-making and strategic planning, while humans provide ethical oversight and contextual understanding. This synergy between human and artificial intelligence is set to reshape the future of construction, driving efficiency and innovation.
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Listen to the podcast on Apple’s Podcast platform: Powering Decision-Making with AI with Aarni Heiskanen and Senthil Kumar
Watch this interview on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VOSCYKJL5A