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Conference theme of ‘Feel the power of connection’ focused on working smarter to transform businesses through the power of connected construction solutions.
More than 700 construction, engineering and geospatial professionals from the Asia Pacific region convened in Brisbane to connect with industry leaders and peers, attend expert-led educational sessions and participate in product and software demonstrations during the inaugural Trimble Dimensions Australia User Conference, held on 27-28 August.
The two-day event included 73 sessions – eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for NSW and Victorian Surveyors – focused on hardware and software optimisation, connected construction, AI advancements, machine control, surveying and mapping. The Dimensions Australia User Conference is based on the long-running and popular Trimble Dimensions User Conference, held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
“Given the proven value of Trimble Dimensions in Las Vegas, recreating it in Australia provides a great opportunity to connect and share learnings with customers, colleagues and business partners in the Asia Pacific region,” said Cody Cooper, vice president of marketing, Trimble. “Bringing industry professionals, partners and innovators together creates new connections, advances new ideas and enables users to further optimize Trimble technology solutions.”
Dimensions Australia Highlights: Innovation, Inspiration and Connection
The conference commenced with a keynote address by Paralympic champion and Australian Army veteran, Curtis McGrath. Sharing his remarkable journey, McGrath demonstrated how an unconquered spirit can drive exceptional success, setting the tone for an empowering and forward-thinking event.
Over the next two days, attendees explored the forefront of construction technology through live Trimble demonstrations – including sessions led by industry experts offering practical insights into how technology can enhance safety, efficiency and profitability across contracting businesses. Attendees also connected with industry peers to learn firsthand how others are leveraging Trimble solutions to achieve transformational results.
A highlight of the event was the construction offsite at Sirromet Winery in Queensland, where participants watched live demonstrations of Trimble machine control solutions, showcasing the ability to boost efficiency and sustainability in earthmoving, milling, drilling and piling operations. The expo also featured hands-on demonstrations of Trimble survey and mapping tools, tailored for survey and land development applications. Additionally, attendees explored Trimble software applications and how they connect office and field teams – enabling real-time data sharing and empowering business leaders to make fast, informed project decisions.
Blueprints for Progress: Unlocking Innovation and Workforce Potential
Additional conference highlights included:
Trimble launched its B2W Estimate software solution for contractors in Australia and New Zealand. Widely used across North America, B2W Estimate is a powerful solution for heavy civil construction estimating, enabling faster, more accurate bids through centralized cost data, templates and cost structures. Advanced bid analysis and reporting tools further enhance estimating strategy and precision. B2W Estimate is now available through BuildingPoint, a Trimble authorised dealer in Australia and New Zealand, which provides implementation, training and technical support for B2W Estimate, as well as for other Trimble hardware and software solutions for construction, engineering and architecture in the region.
“Bringing these capabilities to the APAC region, backed by the expertise and resources of BuildingPoint, presents contractors with new opportunities to improve estimating workflows and integrate them within connected construction technology ecosystems,” said Jon Fingland, vice president and category general manager of construction management solutions at Trimble.
The evolution of Jobpac. Jobpac Connect offers new features designed to enhance field productivity for contractors. For example, the newly launched Jobpac Mobile app allows real-time labour costing, accurate payroll data and full visibility across multiple jobs. Jobpac’s role-based dashboards offer efficiencies for payroll functions, AP and finance reporting, project management and PTA reconciliations. Jobpac Connect also offers a two-way connection for Trimble Connect and the ability to migrate to Trimble ID immediately. Trimble unveiled upcoming Jobpac enhancements, including mobile approvals, PO requisitions, delivery dockets, productivity capture and more.
Technology streamlines infrastructure construction. Multiple sessions addressed the importance of technology for delivering infrastructure construction projects on schedule and under budget. From roads and bridges to tunnels and airports, attendees learned how Trimble solutions help connect and create efficiencies between all project stakeholders, from conception and design to completion and asset management.
Dimensions Australia wrapped up with a customer appreciation celebration where attendees built connections with peers, local dealers and Trimble team members. To learn more about Trimble, visit here. Learn more about the Trimble Dimensions US User Conference, coming to Las Vegas in November, here.
