Make Digital Transformation Work in Practice
AECO Digitech helps owners, agencies, and project delivery teams bring clarity to digital delivery. We align standards, workflows, technology, and data so digital delivery actually delivers.
Your Bridge Between Strategy and Execution
AECO Digital Technologies, founded by Dr. Johnny Fortune, serves as a strategic partner for organizations navigating digital transformation. With a career dedicated to impacting the AECO industry on a national scale, Dr. Fortune excels at bridging the gap between high-level strategy and the technical details of implementation.
We don’t just advise; we partner with you to implement practical, innovative solutions. Our unique blend of deep industry knowledge, performance improvement methodologies, and change management expertise ensures your digital transformation is not only successful but sustainable.
Credentials & Certifications
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Instructional & Performance Technology
- Human Performance Technology, Graduate Certificate
- CSI Construction Documents Technologist (CDT)
- AGC Certificate of Management-Building Information Modeling (CM-BIM)
- AGC Certificate of Management-Lean Construction (CM-Lean)
- USGBC LEED AP
- Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member
Leadership & Service
Building Transformations Board of Directors
Serves as a Director on the Building Transformations Board of Directors, supporting industry advancement around digital transformation in the building and infrastructure sector.
Civic Appointment
Appointed by the City of Pensacola to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, contributing expertise in planning, policy, and community development.
What Colleagues Say
“Johnny is a technical leader in his field… guiding our future. He clearly communicates vision and leads with purpose.”
John Messner, PhD • Charles & Elinor Matts Professor, Penn State
“Johnny combines technical expertise with genuine leadership. He assembles diverse teams, aligns resources, and inspires change across the industry.”
Sasha Reed • Director of Industry Advancement, Procore
“Johnny helps bridge industry best practices with federal needs. His work with USACE and NBIMS produced practical standards that transformed digital delivery.”
Steve Hutsell • Senior BIM Specialist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Core Competencies
Providing expert consultation to help organizations plan, implement, and optimize their digital projects and assets.
AECO Digital Strategy & Implementation
From technology roadmapping to full-scale implementation, we guide your organization through every step of its digital journey.
National & Organizational Standards
Leverage our leadership in developing National BIM/CAD Standards (NBIMS-US™, NCS) to build a robust digital framework for your team.
Performance Improvement & Process Reengineering
We analyze your current workflows, identify bottlenecks, and reengineer processes for maximum efficiency and quality.
Technology Change Management
Ensure successful technology adoption with our proven change management strategies, focusing on people, processes, and tools.
BIM, VDC, & Digital Twins
Expert guidance on Building Information Modeling, Virtual Design & Construction, and the emerging field of Digital Twins.
Advisory, Training, & Development
Leverage decades of experience in corporate training and university-level course development for your teams.
Expert Witness Services
Dr. Fortune is qualified to serve as an expert witness in legal matters concerning the AECO industry. He is a proud member of the Round Table Group and IMS Legal Strategies, both of which assist individuals and organizations in locating premier expert witnesses.
Government Contracting
AECO Digital Technologies is a registered small business committed to providing expert federal, state, and local government technology services. We have a proven track record of supporting public sector projects and advancing national standards.
Past Performance Highlights
- National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS): Led the National BIM Program as Executive Director, guiding the creation and evolution of U.S. digital standards.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): Instrumental in developing and authoring key national standards, including the VA BIM Guide and Drawing Deliverable Requirements.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE): Ongoing collaboration on requirements documents and leadership within the USACE/industry BIM/CIM Consortia.
Contracting Information
- UEI: YU6VHMEG9B37
- CAGE Code: 123E2
- Business Status: Small Business (SAM & SBA Registered)
NAICS Codes
541611 — Management Consulting
541618 — Other Management Consulting
541690 — Technical Consulting
541330 — Engineering Services
541512 — Computer Systems Design
611430 — Professional Training
541990 — Professional & Technical Services
Industry Insights & Thought Leadership
Sharing knowledge to advance the AECO industry. Explore articles, publications, and key presentations.
From the Host of AECO Tech Talk
Join Dr. Fortune on the AECO Tech Talk podcast, where he explores the latest trends and interviews leaders at the forefront of digital transformation in the built environment.
Featured Article
Unlocking 5D BIM
An exploration into the barriers of 5D BIM adoption and the steps needed to build trust and integrate cost estimation with design models effectively.
Upcoming Speaking Engagements
2026 Trimble Dimensions
Selected Past Speaking Engagements
AGC Technology Conference
Autodesk University
Building Transformations Summit
BIMForum
CMAA
COAA
CURT
DBIA
ENR FutureTech
GeoBuiz Summit
GeoWeek
IHEEP
JETC
Procore Groundbreak
Trimble Dimensions
BIM Smart Summit
BiLT
AECT
CPED
Ready to talk through a digital delivery challenge?
Whether you are improving standards, workflows, technology adoption, or project information, we can help you think through what is getting in the way and identify a practical next step.