AI for the Concrete Industry – Practical Applications for Marketing, Communications & Administration Webinar

In August, AOE's Drew Burns and Emily Emanuelsen presented "AI Integration: Tools, Risks and Opportunities" as part of PCI Midwest's 2026 Concrete Structures Webinar Series. Designed as a comprehensive primer for architecture, engineering and construction professionals, the session moved past the buzzwords and technical jargon to show that you don't need to be an expert to put AI to work. Drew and Emily walked attendees through practical, non-technical applications that can streamline marketing, communications and administrative workflows right away, from drafting emails to generating content. They balanced those opportunities with a clear look at the cautions, including deepfakes, data privacy concerns and the need for human review of anything AI produces. The key takeaway is that AI, when used responsibly, can become a valuable tool and collaborator. You can view the recording here.