SPOTLIGHT: Managing dislocated design teams in a defence environment, with Stantec’s Tony Rogers and Louisa Bloomer

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By: Stantec

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Liam Garman is joined by Tony Rogers, market leader - defence, and Louisa Bloomer, director of digital technology (Asia-Pacific) at Stantec, to discuss the complexities of managing dislocated design teams in classified defence settings.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Liam Garman is joined by Tony Rogers, market leader - defence, and Louisa Bloomer, director of digital technology (Asia-Pacific) at Stantec, to discuss the complexities of managing dislocated design teams in classified defence settings.

  • The conversation begins with a deep dive into data policy and artificial intelligence, including how robust data frameworks impact design workflows.
  • They explore data management and permissions and how Stantec approaches these challenges through their federal enclave architecture.
  • Finally, the trio unpacks the unique challenges of leading design teams in classified environments and looks to the future – including the role of robotics in asset maintenance.

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The Defence Connect team

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