Insights for what's next
Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.
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Thought LeadershipHow automated material handling systems are redefining the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing
The pharmaceutical industry faces rising demand and workforce constraints. Discover why forward-thinking manufacturers are designing autonomy into facilities from the start, and what it takes to build resilient, adaptable production environments for tomorrow's medicines.MaryBeth Sukenick Don Fraser Jorge Ferreira Steve Marley -
Thought LeadershipBridging the disconnect: aligning utility planning with fleet electrification deployment in North America
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Thought LeadershipThe certainty trap: Why major infrastructure delivery needs better systems for uncertain times
Keoki Sears
From playing ‘80s video games to founding the Jacobs Visual Media Group: Jim Kessler’s story
Visual Media Director Jim Kessler shares insight into his role, how he got into the field and what he likes about working at Jacobs.
A view on Hong Kong’s infrastructure future: A Q&A with Benjamin Foltz
A growing city, Hong Kong is a major international business, trade and financial hub in Asia. In this article, meet Benjamin Foltz, one of our principal engineers, who discusses his journey and how we’re helping shape Hong Kong’s future.
AI and machine learning for wastewater treatment optimization
Ahead of WEFTEC 2024, Joshua Registe explains how Jacobs’ Intelligent O&M solution has helped to reduce chemicals usage at water resource recovery facilities.
Exploring hydrogen production at water resource recovery facilities
Ted Couch outlines the synergies, pitfalls and opportunities for hydrogen production at water resource recovery facilities. He’ll be discussing the topic in more detail at WEFTEC 2024 in New Orleans, October 5 – 9.
A view on the future of architecture: A Q&A with Gary Lapera
Today’s ever-changing world demands a shift in thinking around infrastructure and architecture. Jacobs Global Solutions Director of Buildings & Infrastructure, Gary Lapera, and our award-winning architects and designers are thinking beyond bricks and mortar – addressing both immediate and long-term goals with visionary precision and nurturing healthier, more resilient communities. In this Q&A, Gary talks about the state of architecture today and highlights how architecture can drive positive global change.
A new training facility, built through innovative teamwork
Through early contractor involvement and an understanding of the urgency to complete the project, a much-needed Mariner Skills Training Center was able to go from concept to completion in less than four years.
The potential for hybrid digital twins
Ahead of WEFTEC24, Bruce Johnson discusses the results of a recent Water Research Foundation project on hybrid digital twins and how Jacobs is building on that learning with our Hybrid Optimizer tool.
Our Jacobs Chair and CEO: A Q&A with Bob Pragada
Bob Pragada is Chief Operating Officer and now Chair and CEO of Jacobs. In this Q&A, Bob talks about his background, an exciting new chapter for Jacobs, and the best advice he’s ever heard. Get to know Bob a bit better in this article.
Delivering critical infrastructure programs: 4 ways to build high-performing teams
Major projects and programs are large complex multi-problem-solving endeavors, which are increasingly required to efficiently address the risks associated with our aging infrastructure, changing societal needs and the multi-faceted challenges of a changing climate. Jacobs Program Director Darren Milsom introduces his approach for the development of high-performing teams to deliver these major infrastructure projects and programs.
The future of airport decarbonization: Key insights from landside electric vehicle strategy with Heathrow Airport
Pioneering airports globally are tackling the rising complexity and uncertainties of transitioning to new forms of energy within the decarbonization challenge, and electric vehicles are a critical starting point for success. Capability Lead for Future Mobility, Alec Curley, and Senior Associate Director of Transport Planning, Hermann Maier, share five critical insights from their Landside Electric Vehicle strategy with Heathrow Airport Limited.
Waste and resource management procurement 2.0: 3 lessons for decreasing costs, managing risks and boosting sustainability
Waste and resource management services in the U.K. are under pressure to provide more value for less money. With a predicted rise in contract procurement in the next few years, how do councils create effective, compliant long-term contracts with the right partners? It starts with these industry lessons. Read more.
Changing the world: How Siobhan Adeleke accepted the challenge
Stakeholder management requires balancing sometimes conflicting interests. Siobhan Adeleke shares her experience managing expectations across our built infrastructure projects.
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Future Foundations
Co-creating the world to come
From developing climate resilience and transitioning to a low-carbon future, to modernizing and transforming infrastructure, governments and businesses face critical challenges. How they respond will define our future.
As our clients navigate these challenges, we help them think differently – working together to pioneer tomorrow's infrastructure solutions and build the foundations for a prosperous, secure future.