The Defence Connect Spotlight: Managing dislocated design teams in a defence environment
June 20, 2025
Tony Rogers and Louisa Bloomer discuss managing design teams in classified settings on a Defence Connect podcast
How do data policy and artificial intelligence shape the future of design workflows? In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Liam Garman delves into the complexities of data policy and artificial intelligence with Stantec’s Tony Rogers and Louisa Bloomer.
The discussion reveals how structured data systems enhance design workflows and examines Stantec’s approach to data management and access rights through secure network design. They also address the challenges of leading design teams in secure environments and explore future advancements, including the role of robotics in asset maintenance.
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Tony brings over two decades’ experience in military and consulting environments to lead complex infrastructure projects for the Australian Department of Defence. He uses bespoke procurement approaches across multiple, geographically separated sites.
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Louisa is the director of Stantec’s AI and Data group who leads our strategy across data platforms, analytics, and AI, turning data into insight and delivering measurable value for clients and communities.
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