Demystifying Product Specification Resources

Spec Shaman

In this episode of the Spec Shaman Podcast, we discuss the theory and practice of Master Product Databases, the landscape of specification software development for the construction industries and the value of perspective when it comes to the evolutionary progression of programming capabilities.

We are joined by Matt Johnson, Director of Manufacturer Solutions at RIB SpecLink. Matt has spent the last 35 years in product management with a focus on products built-in support of construction specifications. As former CTO of ARCOM MasterSpec and, he has designed or managed the technology platforms driving almost all construction specification and product selection done in the United States.
He’s also spent four years as the American delegate to the International Construction Information Society, providing an opportunity to collaborate with international efforts focused on improving coordination between BIM and specifications. He has a unique perspective on what can often be a confusing array of solutions available to Building Product Manufacturers as they attempt to influence product selection through specifications, which is the reason he’s with us today. Welcome Matt we are so glad you are joining us today.
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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Marketing and Skepticism (00:03:57)

3. Where To Place Your Bets (00:06:47)

4. BIM To Spec (00:13:47)

5. Product Selection (00:21:55)

6. Product Spec Automation (00:24:26)

7. Market Opportunities (00:32:33)

8. Industry Disruptions (00:41:14)