Creating & Scaling Ideas at Aurecon:Understanding the Innovation Blueprint | Ep 162|DevReady Podcast

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast host Andrew Romeo talks to Andres Rivera Gonzalez, Innovation Portfolio Manager at Aurecon. Andres shares his fascinating journey from pioneering robotics fabrication and 3D printing in architecture to his current role in managing innovation portfolios. With a wealth of experience spanning both physical and digital domains, Andres provides valuable insights into fostering innovation within large organisations, the importance of aligning new ideas with client needs, and the transformative impact of generative AI. Tune in to discover how Andres navigates the ever-evolving landscape of innovation and technology at Aurecon.

Topics Covered
• Andres' Background and Journey
• Challenges and Advantages of Innovation in Large Organisations
• Innovation Processes at Aurecon
• Aligning Innovation with Customer Needs
• Impact of Market Trends and Client Needs
• Managing Diverse Technologies and Disciplines
• Forward-Looking Innovation Philosophy
• Generative AI in Business Processes

Important Time Stamps
• Building the Future: Andres Talks Robotics, 3D Printing, and Corporate Innovation (0:06 – 5:58)
• Navigating Corporate Innovation: Andres Gonzalez on Overcoming Challenges and Leveraging Advantages (5:59 – 10:15)
• Structuring Innovation: Andres Gonzalez on Balancing Flexibility and Process at Aurecon (10:16 – 13:09)
• Customer-Centric Innovation: Andres on Turning Ideas into Value (13:10 – 17:22)
• Innovation Hits and Misses: Andres on Adapting to Market Changes (17:24 – 20:58)
• Connecting the Dots: Innovating Across Diverse Technologies (21:00 – 26:01)
• Driving Innovation Together: How Aurecon's Collective Approach is Shaping the Future (26:02 – 31:40)
• AI in Action: How Aurecon Uses Generative Tech to Drive Productivity and Creativity (31:41 – 38:54)

Connect with Andres

Andres Rivera Gonzalez | LinkedIn:   / andres-rivera-gonzalez-b26650173  

Aurecon | LinkedIn:   / aurecon  

Aurecon | Website: https://www.aurecongroup.com/


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