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CONNECTION Event Mexico City
Keynote
Introduction to The CONNECT Edition
Alfredo Castrejon, VP, Latin America, Bentley Systems
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
9:00
10:00
The CONNECT Edition: A New Paradigm for Project Delivery
10:30
12:00
Discover how to transform your project delivery. No matter what your role on a design or building project and no matter how large or small your project, hear first‐hand how you will increase your individual productivity and simplify project‐wide collaboration for all project participants. With improved project execution, you will increase your ability to deliver the best performing buildings, bridges, roads power plants, utility networks, mines, and other infrastructure projects on time, on budget, and with less risk.
The CONNECT Edition is Bentley’s next generation of infrastructure software, and will establish a new paradigm for Project Delivery. Hear about the CONNECT Edition innovations for MicroStation, ProjectWise and Navigator. Hear how these innovations leverage the latest technology enablers, including cloud services, touch, mobile, and more.
Phil Christensen, VP, Offshore and Marine, Bentley Systems
Government Industry Forum
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
13:00
13:45
Lifecycle Management of Public Infrastructure
Urbanization is increasing demands on resources and we are seeing an increased recognition of the value of asset management systems to manage the complex processes necessary to operate a diverse mixture of infrastructure assets. These asset management systems support urban infrastructure in roads, rail, streetcar systems, sewer collection networks and treatment plants, water and waste water networks and treatment plants, electric and gas utility networks, communications networks, airports, parks, public buildings, land management and more. Learn how Bentley solutions can help with the management and maintenance of urban infrastructure, serving public works departments, municipally managed utilities and agencies on a local, regional, and national scale throughout the lifecycle of the assets.
BIM for Cities: From Modeling to Reality
13:45
14:30
Because of the complex nature of government projects and the requirement for collaboration across disciplines and project participants, many cities are adopting BIM processes to achieve more sustainable cities. Bentley is uniquely placed to deliver a truly BIM‐enabled solution, from 3D visualization for modelling and design, to Optioneering for performance improvements and an enhanced project delivery, to merging the physical and virtual to achieve an immersive rich data model throughout the lifecycle of the assets.
Federating GIS with the Power of Bentley Map
14:45
15:30
Municipalities, government agencies, utilities, transportation agencies, cadastres, and mapping firms all rely on GIS products to deliver surveying, imaging, mapping, analysis, cartography, and other geospatial routines. Cooperation and collaboration among municipal departments with a single data source can be very challenging. Using a federated GIS that provides a single source of truth improves project delivery and information consistency. Such a system helps deal with the rapid expansion of urban infrastructure and help to modernize cadastral information systems to ensure various departments have access to accurate cadastre and cartographic data. Bentley offers world‐class GIS capabilities with a range of geospatial products designed to meet these challenges.
Alfredo Contreras, Product Manager, Bentley Systems
User Success
15:30
16:15
Government Q&A
Alfredo Contreras, Product Manager, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00
CONNECTION Event Mexico City
Oil and Gas Industry Forum
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
13:00
13:45
Optioneering, Project Delivery, and Asset Information Management: Reducing Risks to Deliver Safer, Better Performing Assets
Owners in the oil and gas industry can derive great value and achieve higher ROI from workflows centered on the management of engineering content created during design and construction for use in operating and maintaining the asset. As the leader in offshore structural analysis and design, Bentley is bringing together its solutions for engineering content management, advanced engineering simulation and analysis, and asset performance management to deliver a game‐changing approach to structural integrity management. Learn how Bentley’s unique approach to interoperability using open industry standards and strong partnerships with other vendors helps deliver pragmatic, open solutions for asset information management, construction modeling, and reality modeling. This approach reduces project risks, lowers costs, and enables a common platform for improving safety and efficiency.
Gordon McPhee, Director, Business Development, Bentley Systems
Project Delivery : Visibility into the Path of Construction
13:45
14:30
Landmark research by Independent Project Analysis, Inc. shows that 65 percent of industrial megaprojects fail. For owner‐operators, indicators of project failure in terms of cost overruns and schedule slippage usually come as a complete surprise – due to a lack of visibility into the path of construction and absence of real‐time awareness of work‐in‐progress construction status. Without that visibility, by the time issues are realized it is too late to intervene and resolve them. Advances in work packaging and workface planning, however, are improving construction efficiency. Moreover, they are providing owner‐operators greater insight into project status, eliminating surprises and improving outcomes. In this session learn how Bentley’s ProjectWise Construction Work Package Server is providing that visibility to owners on the most challenging oil and gas projects a success.
Gordon McPhee, Director, Business Development, Bentley Systems
Asset Integrity Modeling : The Future of Structural Integrity Management
14:45
15:30
An effective Structural Integrity Management system is one of the most important barriers against catastrophic failure in complex industrial facilities. As critical energy infrastructure grows ever larger and more complex, often operating in harsh and ecologically sensitive environments, and as both physical and financial operating margins are squeezed, structural integrity is literally being stretched to the breaking point. For leading owner‐operators, taking responsibility for their integrity management is a top priority. For example, Shell’s mission statement"Our Assets Are Safe ‐ we know it and we can show it" drives what is arguably the most sophisticated process safety and integrity management system of any operator in the world. This presentation discusses the overall process of integrity management, and looks at the software components and technologies involved, the information flows and the inherent challenges. Bentley’s vision for this area will also be presented.
Phil Christensen, VP, Offshore and Marine, Bentley Systems
User Success: The ROI of Taking an Integrated Approach to Asset Integrity Management
15:30
16:15
This session will illustrate the value and ROI an owner can derive from taking an integrated approach to asset integrity management across the lifecycle of their assets.
Oil and Gas Q&A
Gordon McPhee, Director, Business Development, Bentley Systems
Phil Christensen, VP, Offshore and Marine, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00
CONNECTION Event Mexico City
Bridge Design and Analysis Application Seminar
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
13:00
13:45
The Future of Bridge Design, Modeling and Analysis: 3D Modeling from Design to Decommission
Design, modeling and analysis are keys to the success of bridge projects. Bentley’s next generation of bridge modeling software is purpose‐built for bridge designers and consultants who need to create, augment, maintain, and document a wide variety of bridge information throughout the lifecycle of the project. Sharing information in an information‐rich 3D model increases data quality, collaboration and asset management, and reduces overall costs for the entire ecosystem involved. Intelligent 3D models are key to accelerated project delivery and information mobility. This presentation will provide a demonstration of how this powerful new software interoperates with Bentley civil design and collaboration tools, giving users a fresh approach to bridge projects of all sizes.
Raul Amaya, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
Bridge Information Modeling: Solutions for Bridges of all Sizes: Concrete, Steel, Suspension, Cable‐Stayed and More
13:45
14:30
The concept of BrIM (Bridge Information Modeling) has become reality for today’s bridge projects. BrIM is an innovative approach to bridge design, construction, operations, and project delivery, resulting in the creation of an information‐rich data model that can be used for the life of the bridge. All indicators point to a readiness for an intelligent and data‐rich 3D model that connects design, construction, operations, and maintenance. Bentley’s LEAP, RM Bridge, InspectTech, and new modeling software solutions can reduce construction costs with more economical designs and improve design quality. Discover how to model the step‐by‐step construction process in 4D, and realistically visualize projects with imagery and virtual drive‐thrus. The growing popularity of design‐build and P3 projects has set the stage for higher owner expectations for faster and more efficient methods of building our transportation assets.
Alex Mabrich, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
RM Bridge: 2D/3D/4D Bridge Modeling, Design, Analysis, Fabrication, and Construction
14:45
15:30
Used worldwide by consulting engineering firms, government transportation organizations, contractors, and project consortia, RM Bridge sets the standard for both routine and signature bridge design and delivery. RM Bridge software can be used for accurately modeling bridges, and represents a powerful analysis, design, and construction tool. Any type of bridge, material or analysis for any of international codes can be handled. RM Bridge makes use of many internal functions to facilitate economic bridge design. Explore how the latest user‐friendly and technical enhancements increase integrated approach in the creation and construction of bridge systems, which in turn reduces risk and helps deliver top‐performing bridges.
Raul Amaya, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
Project Showcase: Building Better Bridges with Bentley
See how firms of all sizes are using Bentley’s bridge solution for design, analysis, modeling and inspection.
Alex Mabrich, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
15:30
16:15
Bridge Design and Analysis Q&A
Raul Amaya, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
Alex Mabrich, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00
CONNECTION Event Mexico City
Offshore Application Seminar
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
13:00
13:45
A Global Perspective on Offshore Engineering: On Time is Indispensable and Change is the Only Constant
Offshore oil and gas exploration projects present great challenges to the global engineering community. Engineering software has emerged as the principal tool to reduce the engineering cycle time and achieve desired results. Learn about global offshore industry trends and see how Bentley technology aids projects engineered to address global energy demand.
Phil Christensen, VP, Offshore and Marine, Bentley Systems
Optimizing Offshore Structural Design
13:45
14:30
SACS is part of Bentley’s range of proven integrated offshore analysis and design software Learn how the latest enhancements for modeling, analysis, code checking, results review, and collaboration can help automate workflows and assist structural teams in achieving an optimal design solution. Discover enhanced tools for improved analysis and design that save time, improve design quality, minimize risk, and ensure compliance.
Bill Genemaras, Senior Manager, Software Development, Bentley Systems
Simulating Hydrodynamic Performance
14:45
15:30
Bentley’s MOSES software provides naval architects and offshore engineers with uniquely integrated software for hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis of all types of offshore installations and floating platforms. Learn how new MOSES workflows significantly speed up model preparation for analyzing the hydrodynamic performance of floating offshore systems during installation and operation. Discover enhanced tools for creating analysis models of offshore platforms and vessels such as FPSOs.
Georgina Maldonado, Product Specialist, Bentley Systems
Collaborating Across Disciplines and Time Zones
15:30
16:15
Applying technical expertise to complex offshore engineering projects requires software for globally distributed teams that supports interoperability and data exchange. Learn how SACS, MOSES, and ProjectWise support information mobility that enables data sharing and collaboration between structural and marine teams in geographically dispersed offices. Discover the benefits of dynamic collaboration and increased data reuse by engineers and naval architects on desktop and mobile devices.
Bill Genemaras, Senior Manager, Software Development, Bentley Systems
Offshore Q&A
Phil Christensen, VP, Offshore and Marine, Bentley Systems
Bill Genemaras, Senior Manager, Software Development, Bentley Systems
Georgina Maldonado, Product Specialist, Bentley Systems
LEARNing Day
CONNECT Edition LEARNing Day
Teresa Corti, Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
9:00
12:00
CONNECTION Event Mexico City
Structural Design and Analysis Application Seminar
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
13:00
13:45
Analysis, Design, Detailing, and Documentation: An Overview of Bentley’s Structural Product Line
Explore the changing drivers and opportunities in the global structural market landscape. Learn which segments are trending and how the adoption of BIM in new technology is impacting the structural engineer’s responsibilities and owner expectations.
Francisco Diego, Senior Product Manager, Bentley Systems
STAAD, RAM, ProStructures and More
13:45
14:30
Discover how Bentley’s structural solutions address the demanding industry drivers and global opportunities. Learn about product capabilities and the new cloud‐based engineering simulation service for developing multiple scenarios. See how you can deliver a project faster with greater accuracy using Bentley products and unique interoperability platform.
Edgar Garcia, Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
Flexible Software and Licensing to Integrate Your Workflows
14:45
15:30
Learn how to utilize Bentley’s Integrated Structural Modeling (ISM) to streamline the interoperability of structural information among different specialized applications; analysis, design, modeling, detailing, and collaboration. The benefits are dynamic collaboration and increased data reuse among structural engineers, detailers, and fabricators. See firsthand how Bentley’s new Structural Enterprise License now offers even greater flexibility to meet the fluctuation of your business demands. Extend your reach with the new structural mobile app, along with CONNECT Edition software projects and ISM to enable field personnel to visualize, explore, and collect data using mobile devices.
Francisco Diego, Senior Product Manager, Bentley Systems
User Success: Saving Time and Money with Bentley Structural Solutions
15:30
16:15
Structural Design and Analysis Q&A
Engage our industry and product experts in discussion.
Francisco Diego, Senior Product Manager, Bentley Systems
Edgar Garcia, Application Engineer, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00
Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Modeling Application Seminar
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
13:00
13:45
Improved Engineering and Operations of Water Distribution and Wastewater Systems
Bentley users around the world are relying on decision‐support tools for their water distribution and wastewater networks in order to improve their knowledge of how infrastructure behaves as a system, how it reacts to operational strategies, and how it should grow as population and demands increase. In this session, specific user examples from the Be Inspired Awards will be discussed, including how their projects improved water and wastewater system reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.
Juan Carlos Gutierrez, Sales Consultant, Bentley Systems
Long‐Term Planning for Water and Wastewater Systems
13:45
14:30
Long‐term capital and master plans are essential for a well‐managed water or wastewater system. However, it can be difficult to prioritize capital improvement priorities, or even determine the size and scope of future projects. This session will introduce a series of engineering tools to help water and wastewater professionals create capital and master plans. These tools make it easy to prioritize capital improvement projects, and develop detailed and hydraulically accurate plans for future system expansion.
Robert Garrett, Senior Product Engineer, Bentley Systems
Complementing Your SCADA Data for Effective Forecasting and Operations
14:45
15:30
SCADA systems provide operators with a “live” snapshot of the water distribution system.  However, when it comes to predicting how the system will operate in the short to medium term, operators need more than just SCADA data. This session will introduce a hydraulic modeling system that helps operators ‘predict the future’ – from analyzing pump schedules to minimize energy cost, to determining if there is enough system capacity to deal with a planned shutdown during a peak day.
Robert Garrett, Senior Product Engineer, Bentley Systems
User Success: Optimizing Water and Wastewater Systems
15:30
16:15
Learn how water professionals are benefiting from their use of Bentley's latest hydraulics and hydrology software technology to design new water and wastewater infrastructure cost‐effectively, manage and optimize existing water and wastewater systems, improve team productivity, and reduce project costs.
Juan Carlos Gutierrez, Sales Consultant, Bentley Systems
Hydraulics and Hydrology Q&A
Juan Carlos Gutierrez, Sales Consultant, Bentley Systems
Robert Garrett, Senior Product Engineer, Bentley Systems
16:30
17:00