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In our latest Building Connections episode, Mariel Attento, Chief Strategy Officer, sat down with Jonathan Slain, founder of Autobahn and author of Rock the Recession, to tackle one of the most transformative topics in the AEC industry today: Artificial Intelligence (AI). From strategy and talent to cybersecurity risks, Jonathan shares actionable insights for contractors, engineers, and decision-makers navigating this new frontier.

Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing are vital to the success and longevity of asphalt pavements. This article explores how proactive QC testing helps contractors detect mix or compaction issues before they become costly problems, while independent QA testing ensures fairness, compliance, and public trust. Together, QC and QA create a foundation for durable, cost-effective, and high-performing roads that stand the test of time.

In this powerful episode, Linas Vitkus, COO of Twining Inc., sits down with Janiele Maffei, Chief Mitigation Officer at the California Earthquake Authority, to discuss the urgent need for resilient residential construction and retrofitting in California.