After 6.5 years and more than 350 episodes, this marks Todd’s farewell as host of Bridging the Gap.

What started as a simple idea turned into an unexpected journey. With listeners in over 100 countries and more than a million video views each year, the podcast became a platform for exploring construction innovation, challenging ideas, and connecting leaders across the industry.

In his final episode, Todd reflects on the lessons learned, the growth that came through curiosity, and the deeper appreciation gained for an industry built by people who care deeply about what they create.

But more than anything, this episode is about the relationships.

The conversations on and off camera. The trust that was built. And the friendships that made it all meaningful.

• Why curiosity is the foundation for meaningful innovation
• How to think beyond buzzwords and unpack real change
• What it takes to contribute to progress within an industry
• Why relationships are the most valuable outcome of any journey

Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just recently discovered the show, thank you.

From weekly listeners to those who tuned in occasionally, your support, encouragement, and feedback helped shape what Bridging the Gap became and what it meant over the years.

This podcast would not have been possible without an incredible team throughout the years:

• Eric Daniel and Caitlin Dunn – Editors and Producers
• Erin O’Connor – Designer
• Carol Dunn – Content production
• Meticulous Image – Video production at live events

Their work brought each episode to life and extended the impact far beyond each conversation.

• Curiosity drives better thinking and better outcomes
• Innovation starts with asking better questions
• Relationships are the foundation everything else is built on

While Todd is stepping away from the mic of Bridging the Gap, the journey is far from over.

Stay tuned for what’s next.

Keep innovating.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud is now Autodesk Forma. But what does that actually mean for the industry?

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd sits down with Lalith Subramanian to break down the shift from ACC to Forma and separate signal from noise. This conversation goes beyond the headline to explore what is really changing, what is staying the same, and how construction teams should be thinking about it moving forward.

This is not about hype or overreaction. It is about understanding the direction of the industry and how connected data, platforms, and AI are starting to reshape how projects are delivered.

• What the Autodesk Forma rebrand actually changes for ACC users
• Why this is more about direction than disruption
• How data is becoming the foundation across the project lifecycle
• Where AI is delivering real value today versus future vision
• What teams should be thinking about over the next 6 to 12 months

Lalith Subramanian is a leader at Autodesk focused on advancing digital transformation across the construction industry. He brings deep expertise in cloud platforms, data strategy, and AI, helping shape how Autodesk connects workflows across planning, design, and construction through Autodesk Forma.

The shift to Forma does not require immediate change, but it does signal where the industry is heading.

Most teams already have the tools. The challenge is consistently working from a single source of truth.

The real advantage will come to companies that connect and structure their data first.

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Prefab is no longer just about speed. It’s about building smarter systems that connect people, processes, and technology into one cohesive workflow.

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sits down with Thomas Mellendorf, process engineer at Panel Built, to break down what it really takes to optimize prefab operations. From transitioning to model-based workflows to building connected ecosystems and leveraging automation, Thomas shares a practical, systems-driven perspective grounded in real execution.

They also explore the human side of innovation, why communication is often the biggest constraint, how to approach change management, and where AI is actually delivering value today.

If you’re looking to move beyond theory and into what actually works in prefab, this conversation delivers.

• How to identify and optimize the weakest link in your prefab workflow
• What a connected ecosystem should look like from design through fabrication
• Where automation creates real value and where it does not
• Why communication is the most overlooked driver of performance
• How AI can free up time for higher-value, strategic thinking

Thomas Mellendorf is a process engineer at Panel Built with a strong analytical background in mathematics and mechanical engineering. He brings a systems-first approach to prefab, focusing on workflow optimization, software integration, and improving how teams collaborate across the entire project lifecycle.

• The best prefab systems come from understanding the full picture, not just your piece of it
• Communication may sound simple, but it is the ultimate performance multiplier
• AI’s biggest impact is giving teams back time to think, create, and solve better problems

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