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Insight & Solutions: Construction — Join forward-thinking construction companies as they break down the day-to-day challenges facing the industry while providing new solutions to previously unsolvable problems. You'll gain insights into how they're improving project management, modernizing safety and incident reporting, and simplifying complex buildout projects from concept to closeout.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
11:30–12:15 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Join Rob Cantando, Director of Strategic Supply Chain at Skanska and Quickbase's own, Peter Rifken, as they address supply chain volatility and reference Skanska's 2024 Winter Market Trends Report for industry highlights about the increasing lead times for materials and equipment, emphasizing the importance of improved coordination and strategic planning. This session will also explore how to navigate supply chain uncertainties and how to keep pace with impossibly fast construction project timelines.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
12:15–1:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Join Rob Coakley, Equipment Manager at Lithko Contracting, and The Construction Brothers as they discuss what construction and building companies can be doing TODAY to gain the upper hand in their short-term planning, connecting data from the site all the way to the corporate office and bringing order to n world of competing deadlines and fluid project management. Rob will also share how he reimagined Lithko's approach to sourcing, allocating and deploying equipment across every project across the hundreds of projects in their portfolio. You'll walk away with actionable insights, and an inspiring story that can double as a blueprint for your own approach to short-term planning processes.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
1:00–1:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Even with the overwhelming popularity of AI right now, there are still some industries that have yet to truly embrace AI as a transformative technology. Construction is one of those industries. This session is geared toward leaders in construction who are cautiously optimistic that they can put AI to good use, but who aren't sure where to begin or how to incorporate it into their existing systems yet. We'll cover what to look for, where to start, and practical applications like setting the right milestones for adoption and ensuring that any supporting systems and workflows are equipped to keep up with the transformation AI brings. We'll also look at key workflows and processes that could help connect data and information, resulting in better project management and overall improved collaboration.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
2:15–3:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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This Empower session features Daryl Marshall, National Safety and Compliance Manager at Asplundh Australia. Daryl will be sharing how Asplundh Australia is transforming safety reporting using digital forms, and in turn, empowered its employees to easily and proactively address safety concerns and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. Daryl's unique perspective on safety management will inspire you to rethink the way you approach safety.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
3:00–3:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Quickbase's Bob Salaj and Jeff Sample of the ConTech Crew will discuss why so many construction organizations find themselves trapped behind walls of Gray Work, with disconnected data trapped in piles of paper, myriad spreadsheets, or buried inside a project management system. In this session, you'll learn how to prioritize connecting your data to free up your most valuable resources - experienced people - and unlock productivity & predictability across every project throughout your portfolio.
Insights & Solutions: Manufacturing — There's the way work has always been done, and then there's work in 2024. Hear from manufacturing companies as they discuss how to modernize your processes, so you can digitize equipment and asset maintenance, uphold product safety and quality to the latest standards, deliver more projects on time, and optimize overall shop floor efficiency.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
11:30–12:15 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Join industry experts David Bradley, Quickbase Developer at Unipres, Jeremy Myer, Manufacturing Strategy Manager at NSK and Gary Mintchell, Manufacturing thought leader, for a dynamic discussion on how you can use the power of connected data and automation to transform shop floor management. Moderated by Quickbase's Anthony Offredi, the panel will look at the landscape of new tools and solutions to enhance collaboration, communication, task and shift management, and supply chain and inventory visibility. They'll also share their experiences with lean manufacturing techniques, strategies to get ahead of operational and resource management challenges, and the impact of dynamic work management solutions to elevate productivity, accelerate efficiency, and promote compliance and safety. share insights on overcoming operational - and what success looks like on a truly transformed shop floor.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
12:15–1:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Few things are worse than having to deal with clunky safety processes and protocols during an emergency at work. See how manufacturers are using Quickbase to easily report, investigate, and resolve safety incidents in minutes while also providing real-time visibility into trends, risks, and areas for improvement that could help prevent future safety issues on the shop floor or anywhere around the facility. In this session, you'll discover easy ways to digitize, centralize, and automate safety processes, ensuring critical information is always accessible and actionable for the right people. You'll also learn ways to optimize your organization's safety processes and protect your most valuable asset - your people.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
1:00–1:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Discover how Quickbase's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is empowering manufacturers to centralize equipment maintenance through a single multi-channel solution built to digitize workflows, optimize labor productivity, minimize downtime, and reduce overall maintenance costs. Attendees will leave this session with a clear understanding of how Quickbase's CMMS solution can help them easily and quickly drive processes and remove inefficiencies across equipment maintenance.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
2:15–3:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Manufacturing is a complex and dynamic industry, so it's no surprise that companies unable to adapt struggle to advance fast enough to stay competitive. In this session, Quickbase's own Director of Customer Advisory, Anthony Offredi and Freddie Sabbs, Senior Manager of Solutions Consulting will walk you through some of the watershed moments in recent years that have made us take a hard look at what's currently working, what's not, and what's about to not work any longer. Learn how successful manufacturing companies are improving productivity in 2024 by centralizing all their work through a single source of truth. Instead of using several disconnected systems, they're making sure all their data, processes, and people can work together to avoid a catastrophic loss of productivity. This level of consistency, connection, and collaboration allows manufacturers to spend more time creating products instead of chasing spreadsheets. Let's dive in and come out ready to make the changes necessary to thrive in 2024 and beyond!
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
3:00–3:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Jaime Townsend, Director of Resident Systems Support at Daifuku Intralogistics America, takes us into the minds of business leaders who don't just talk about innovation but who follow through with it. Hear firsthand how Quickbase is enabling her team to communicate better with customers and internal stakeholders, adapt quickly to evolving industry challenges, maintain equipment effectively, and deliver exceptional service with minimal disruption. Show up for a truly inspiring manufacturing success story and stay for tips on how your business can streamline processes, enhance customer experience, build trust through proactive and reactive maintenance solutions, and provide clarity on technical changes. This session is a must-attend for manufacturing businesses!
Insights & Solutions: Other Industries — There's a difference between knowing you have inefficiencies in your company and being able to quickly spot them and get rid of them. During these sessions, you'll get real examples and inspiration from leaders from across industries like construction, manufacturing, local and state government and more as they dive into the changes, challenges, and opportunities of tackling outdated slow processes and adapting to new dynamic ways of working. Learn how to use modern tools like AI and automation for faster app building, enhanced insights and data security, and better overall visibility into your work from production to completion.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
12:15–1:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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From human resource management, safety management, offshore management, supply chain optimization to efficient contractor management, Zweck has created a suite of apps in Quickbase to address critical challenges facing the businesses they partner with. They'll discuss integrating with leading construction software platforms such as Procore, Simpro and Prime, and how the apps they create ensure seamless data flow and enable effective data visualization for better informed decision-making.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
1:00–1:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Especially when organizations are growing, apps can be a powerful tool for improving processes; from fostering collaboration between teams and streamlining workflows to enhancing the onboarding and offboarding experience. Hear directly from Linesight as they discuss the benefits of creating apps for more effective process management throughout the lifecycle of employment.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
3:00–3:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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This session is designed for professionals who are looking for innovative and dynamic ways to improve their project management, operational efficiency, and growth in the solar energy and construction sectors. Attendees will gain insights into how to optimize workflows, from initial feasibility analysis through to design, installation, and maintenance. You will also learn how to facilitate seamless collaboration among project stakeholders, ensure compliance with regulatory standards is met, and enable data-driven decision-making. All before the sun goes down!
Insights & Solutions: State & Local Government — It's one thing to be busy doing work that matters, it's another to be bogged down by inefficient and repetitive tasks that prevent you from creating meaningful change in your community. During Empower 2024, thought leaders from state and local governments will discuss faster ways to share information and track resources, ideas for workforce scheduling improvements, and how to easily maintain regulatory state and federal compliance. Because when your processes work better, so can you!
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
2:15–3:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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In this session, we'll check in with the Franklin County Data Center team as they discuss how since embracing "Rapid Low-Code Application Development" they've been able to work faster and collaborate better. The team will share how modernizing their Government Experiences has benefited both their staff and residents and how it's paved the way for smarter more proactive governance through innovative and iterative solutions.
Product Spotlight — Get an introduction to newly released and forward-looking Quickbase capabilities. You told us about your growing needs and expectations, and we've responded with customer-centric innovations you won't want to miss.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
11:30–12:15 pm EDT (0:45h)
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In 2024, we're making Quickbase building even quicker. This year, we're supercharging the builder experience with AI, helping you get started faster than ever with templates and extending the reach of Quickbase with refreshed email capabilities and a new document generator.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
12:15–1:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Learn more about the improvements we're making to the platform to save you time and boost adoption of your apps by streamlining the look and feel of Quickbase. Get closer look at our updated navigation, see how we've made it easier to build dashboards, and learn about key improvements we've made to our new forms launched at last year's Empower.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
1:00–1:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Join us for an insightful session where we dive into the powerful synergy between Fastfield and Quickbase, the dynamic duo revolutionizing field to back-office operations. Discover real-world use cases showcasing their seamless integration, and learn how they complement each other to drive efficiency and productivity. We'll unveil the myriad benefits of this integration, exploring enhanced visibility, streamlined communication, and optimized resource allocation. Get a quick peek into the mechanics of integration and what's next on the horizon. Don't miss this opportunity to harness the full potential of Fastfield and Quickbase as they work together to elevate your field operations to new heights.
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
2:15–3:00 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Quickbase ALM is a big task. It can quickly get complicated. But we are here to offer solutions! If you are looking for ways to separate app building from app usage, have version control, or replicate a CI/CD workflow in Quickbase, keep reading. In this session we will talk about new capabilities that enable large-scale ALM in Quickbase in a unique for the no-code world. Embracing the classic Quickbase style, our solutions provide unparalleled flexibility. Whether you crave a high-control developer experience or seek a more end-user-friendly approach, we've got you covered. We will showcase two distinct methods for tackling ALM challenges, each tailored to different user experiences. Yet, both avenues lead to the same destination - enhanced control, security, and collaboration throughout the app-building process. Don't miss out on mastering Quickbase ALM!
Wednesday, May 8 • Add to Calendar: Google | iCal
3:00–3:45 pm EDT (0:45h)
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Are you new to Quickbase and curious what it takes to get rid of the Gray Work in your process? Have you been a Quickbase user before but now your ready to take on building your own apps? Join us for an overview of getting started building your own apps and learn the ways you can build apps, how to invite your team to participate in the process, and find the resource you need to help you succeed.
Empower is great for hearing about what’s on the roadmap for future enhancements and just seeing how others utilize Quickbase for their own challenges. The hands-on workshops are really great to get your feet wet with trying something that’s new to you, or to hone your skills with the guidance of a Quickbase employee.
Mark Lind
Mark Lind
Systems Analyst, CCI Systems