DUBAI, UAE, 26 October 2023: dmg events, organisers of Big 5 FutureTech Summit, have announced that the event will take place on December 6 at Multaqua Ballroom – Dubai World Trade Centre. The event, dmg said, will bring together tech, digitalisation, and project leaders to steer the industry towards Construction 5.0. 

According to the organisers, some of the speakers who will share insights at the event are Mohamed Abdelrahman – BIM Director, Red Sea Global; Julie Alexander – Senior Director of Smart Cities, Diriyah Company; Ayman Mohammed – Head of Future Foresight Committee, RAK Municipality; Andy Boutle – Head of Digital Construction, ALEC and Karoline Lapko – CEO, Premier Construction Software. Furthermore, organisers said the key topics that will be covered at the event are:

1. Future-proofing construction: Unleashing the power of technology in a new era

• Explore how technology drives digitalisation, AI-driven design, and data-driven decisions.
• Understand AI’s role in optimising performance and efficiency.

     2. Investing in the future: Empowering Construction 5.0

• Learn about investment surges in AEC tech.
• Remove barriers for tech start-ups.

     3. Emerging AI use cases transforming the construction industry

• Dive into AI’s impact on data-driven decisions, safety, and project optimisation

     4. Restructuring construction: Adapting to the technological present

• Discover strategies to modernise contracts and reduce disputes.
• Explore technology’s role in alleviating contractor pressure.

     5. Bridging the gap: Adapting to a new and empowered workforce

• Address the skills gap in construction.
• Prepare the workforce for technology-driven disruptions.

To register or to learn more about the event, visit the Big 5 FutureTech Summit website. Organisers said delegate badge will also provide access to the networking reception, creating opportunities to connect with other fellow delegates.