In this episode, we dive into the world of digital twins and AI-driven facility management with Marek Kozlak (CTO & Founder of SIMLAB) and Michał Szopa (Product Owner & Project Manager at SIMLAB). They share how their cutting-edge technology transforms construction, facility management, and real estate operations by creating real-time, interactive digital twins of buildings.
Whether you’re a real estate developer, tech leader, or entrepreneur, this episode provides insights into AI, IoT, and smart building innovations that are reshaping the industry.
🔹 Key Takeaways
🚀 What are digital twins, and how do they impact real estate and construction?
🏗️ The role of AI and IoT in making buildings smarter and more efficient
📊 How SIMLAB’s technology helps prevent costly construction rework and maintenance issues
🔍 How facility managers, homeowners, and developers can leverage digital twins for predictive maintenance
💡 The future of smart buildings and how this innovation can help cut costs and reduce carbon footprints
🔹 What You’ll Learn
✔️ How digital twins bring real-world assets to life with data and visualization
✔️ The difference between ‘as-designed’ vs. ‘as-built’ digital twins
✔️ How SIMLAB integrates with IoT devices, sensors, and automation platforms
✔️ The power of 3D scanning—how anyone can create a digital twin using just a smartphone
✔️ Why AI-driven maintenance and predictive analytics are the future of real estate and construction
🔹 About Our Guests
Marek Kozlak is the CEO & Founder of SIMLAB, an expert in mechanical engineering, computer graphics, and digital twin technology. He founded SIMLAB to solve real-world challenges in the construction and property sectors using advanced 3D scanning and AI-powered analytics.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marek-kozlak-82481258/
Michał Szopa is the Product Owner & Project Manager at SIMLAB, specializing in building automation systems, digital transformation, and facility management. His expertise bridges the gap between technology, real estate, and end-user needs.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-szopa/
SIMLAB Website: http://www.simlabinc.com/
🔹 Episode Highlights (Timestamps)
⏳ [00:00] Welcome & introduction to SIMLAB
⏳ [02:00] Marek & Michał’s backgrounds and why they founded SIMLAB
⏳ [06:30] What is a digital twin, and how is it revolutionizing real estate?
⏳ [10:00] The role of IoT in building maintenance and automation
⏳ [14:30] How digital twins help prevent costly construction errors
⏳ [20:00] AI and predictive maintenance in facility management
⏳ [27:00] Real-world use cases: Smart buildings, energy savings & sustainability
⏳ [35:00] Live demo: A deep dive into SIMLAB’s technology (watch on YouTube!)
⏳ [45:00] How anyone can scan their property and create a digital twin
⏳ [50:00] Business model, pricing, and final thoughts
