Architectural Record | Digital Tools for Smarter Specification
How can architects and designers specify building products more efficiently?

Amy Hockett, National Marketing Manager of Architectural Services, joined Alex Bachrach, Publisher of Architectural Record, at the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2026 to discuss how National Gypsum is helping architects and designers navigate an increasingly complex building environment through a combination of AI-assisted digital tools, technical expertise and educational resources.
From gypsum board systems and fire-rated assemblies to acoustical performance, sustainability documentation and construction specifications, National Gypsum's digital resources are designed to make it easier to find trusted technical information, streamline specification decisions and connect with expert support when needed. In this conversation, Amy shares how technology and building science expertise work together to help design professionals move from product research to project documentation with greater efficiency and confidence.
Watch the full interview here.





