Podcast EP289: An Overview of How Highwire Helps to Deliver Advanced Fabs with Less Cost, Time and Risk with David Tibbetts
Dan is joined by David Tibbetts, Chief Safety Officer at Highwire. David is a Certified Safety Professional with 20+ years of occupational safety experience in both general industry and construction settings. He is currently supporting Highwire’s hiring partners utilizing the Highwire suite of software solutions to identify, manage, and mitigate risks presented by contracting partners on construction projects and in existing operational facilities.
Dan explores the unique model and technology that Highwire provides with David. Highwire delivers a platform that helps business owners manage the risks associated with the contractors they hire to support capital projects and on-going maintenance and management of existing facilities. The company serves many industries, including general construction, data centers, health, life sciences, manufacturing, property development, renewable energy, universities and semiconductors.
In the semiconductor area, Highwire works with the three largest semiconductor manufacturers in the world. Dan explores the technology and processes used by Highwire to optimize large-scale projects such as semiconductor fab and large data center construction. David describes how contractor assessment and risk management can have a significant impact on the time and cost associated with these mega projects. Beyond cost and time optimization, David also describes work to reduce injuries and fatalities in large projects. You can learn more about this unique company and how it impacts the semiconductor industry here.
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