Impact Workshops are focused, hands-on sessions designed to connect directly to the work builders and teams manage every day.
These workshops are built around real-world scenarios and led by subject matter experts, with a focus on improving clarity, coordination and execution. The objective is practical application, giving you approaches and tools you can take back and apply within your own operations.
Each session reinforces Foundation First: Strengthening the Core, focusing on the systems and processes that support more consistent outcomes.
Track 1: Estimators and Project Managers
Focused on strengthening the operational core that supports project execution. Sessions center on improving workflows, coordination, and efficiency across estimating, engineering, and delivery.
myPortal
Friday, February 5:
1:15PM – 3:00PM
This session focuses on improving visibility and coordination across your projects using myPortal. You will learn how to:
• Track real-time project updates with greater accuracy
• Navigate streamlined workflows designed to reduce friction
• Collaborate more effectively to keep projects aligned and on schedule
The focus is on strengthening execution discipline and communication to support more predictable project outcomes.
ACT + Hypersteel
Friday, February 5:
3:15PM – 5:00PM
This session provides a practical look at how ACT and Hypersteel support more efficient project execution. You will explore:
• Integration of local engineering codes within project workflows
• How Hypersteel solutions can help reduce lead times
• Techniques to improve efficiency in cold-formed steel systems
The focus is on applying disciplined engineering and operational processes to reduce variability and support consistent delivery in the field.
Track 2: Business Leaders, Sales and Marketing
Focused on building discipline across business operations, talent and customer engagement. Sessions address how stronger systems and clearer strategies support long-term stability and consistent performance.
Building an Effective Talent Strategy
Friday, February 5:
1:15PM – 3:00PM
A strong foundation depends on the people behind it. This session provides a practical, data-driven look at how organizations can better attract, hire and retain high-performing talent in today’s competitive labor market.
Participants will gain insight into:
• Current labor market dynamics
• What makes organizations more attractive to top talent
• Hiring strategies and metrics that improve outcomes
• Key drivers of retention and workforce stability
The focus is on strengthening the people systems that support execution, accountability, and long-term consistency.
Microsoft AI Workshop
Friday, February 5:
3:15PM – 5:00PM
This session presented by Microsoft explores how applied AI can support day-to-day work by improving visibility, simplifying processes, and reducing manual effort.
The focus is on practical use cases that enhance how teams plan, communicate, and execute. AI is positioned as a tool that supports the foundation, not replaces it.
Participants will see how these capabilities can be integrated into existing workflows to improve coordination and reduce friction across projects and business operations.
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