In an industry where timely decisions directly impact cost, safety, and schedule, traditional methods of manual and delayed data capture are no longer sufficient. Turner Construction is pioneering a shift—from focusing on how data is collected to how it is applied—delivering actionable insights to the right people at the right time. Join Gary Chapman, Regional VDC Manager at Turner Construction, as he shares how Turner is transforming its approach to site monitoring through a network of on-demand, autonomous drones. By automating routine site scans and integrating real-time data into existing workflows, Turner is significantly reducing the lag between observation and action. At the center of this approach is the concept of the Digital Superintendent—a fully autonomous, always-available resource that provides continuous site visibility without increasing headcount. Whether scheduled regularly, triggered remotely, or deployed following weather events, this solution ensures up-to-date site conditions are always accessible. If you’re exploring how to scale real-time data automation and drive operational excellence, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

In this fireside chat, Phil Gonshak of Skydio hosts a discussion with public safety drone pioneers Vern Sallee of Axon and Kabe Termes of Skydio. They reflect on the origins of the Drone as First Responder (DFR) program at Chula Vista Police Department, the public-private partnerships that enabled it, and the regulatory and community transparency challenges they overcame. The conversation explores how DFR has evolved from early rooftop operations to today’s autonomous, dock-based deployments powered by Skydio’s X10 drones and Axon’s integrated ecosystem. They highlight the shift from drone programs as tactical tools to scalable infrastructure that supports multiple city functions, and the unique advantages of the Skydio-Axon partnership in reliability, real-time awareness, and policy-compliant deployment. The session concludes with audience Q&A on COA processes, community engagement, rural connectivity, and Skydio's roadmap for scaling drone use across public safety and beyond.

Watch Live: Real-Time Asset Inspection in California & Colorado - From 2,800+ Mi. Away In Florida 📍 - The Old Way: An alert happens. A crew rolls. You wait to understand what’s happening. - The New Way: A remotely docked drone launches automatically. You see the situation live. And act within minutes—not hours. Remote response with docked drones is now a practical, everyday tool to give you eyes on every asset — anytime, from anywhere. Tune in to see how Skydio Dock for X10 is fast, scalable, and designed for the realities of utility operations - whether you’re conducting a planned inspection or responding to an emergency. ⚡️ What You'll See: - Remote Operations = workforce multiplier - one remote operator investigating multiple events at multiple sites - Live remote inspections of a real substation, distribution lines/poles, solar panels, and more with docked drones - New Features — real-time GIS overlays, live video streaming, alert pins and more 💡 What You’ll Learn: - How drones help: cut O&M spend, reduce truck rolls, improve safety, and respond faster - Multiple use cases beyond distribution: supporting emergency response, wildfire mitigation, security, and post-storm inspection - This isn’t just for drone teams: it’s built for control centers, engineers, and reliability teams