The Leading Edge

The Riverside at Fulham FC was selected as the Winner of Winners at the AI Specification Awards 2026. In this episode we get behind the scenes and find out the secrets behind the project's success. The project stood out for the way architectural ironmongery was used as an integral part of the overall architectural and interior design vision. Across a diverse hospitality environment, the specificat...

In this month's episode host Rachael is joined by Alma Lundberg, AI Analyst at HID Global (part of ASSA ABLOY). A young professional, Alma quickly went from being a Masters Thesis student placed at ASSA ABLOY, to being hired into a strategic AI role in the company, such is her expertise and vision on the subject of Artificial Intelligence. With AI being the hot topic of conversation in all industr...

Welcome to the first episode of 'The Leading Edge' - a new podcast from the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers.  We start with a hugely topical and important episode. The government's 'Construction Products Reform' White Paper is currently out for consultation (until 20th May 2026) and to analyse it, we are thrilled to be joined by one of the highest profile, and most experienced figures in this a...

Rachael Bliss, CEO of the GAI (Guild of Architectural Ironmongers) describes what's in store in new podcast 'The Leading Edge'. 'The Leading Edge' podcast releases monthly and explores the ideas, challenges, and innovations shaping the construction products industry. In each episode, we’ll bring together expert voices, share practical insights, and highlight best practice from across the sector. W...