DEMYSTIFYING AI:
PRACTICAL TOOLS, PROMPTS AND BEST PRACTICES FOR PROFESSIONALS
Join the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa) NPC (“the Association”) for the 4th webinar, presented by Mr Carel du Toit from Mint Group, in a series as part of the Association’s ongoing mission to provide regular upskilling opportunities for everyone interested in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way professionals work – from law and engineering to construction and consulting. Yet, many still wonder: What’s hype and what’s practical? In this webinar, we’ll cut through the noise and give you a clear, practical introduction to Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs). You’ll learn how they work, the difference between free vs. enterprise-grade platforms, how to craft prompts that deliver accurate results, and how to avoid common pitfalls like “hallucinations”. Through real-world examples relevant to arbitration, engineering, and consulting, we’ll show you how to start using AI today in a safe, professional, and impactful way.
Key Topics
- Framing the Conversation:
- Why AI matters for professionals in law, engineering and the built environment;
- Demystifying GenAI: what it is – and what it isn’t;
- Introduction to LLMs and Tooling:
- Examples of leading platforms: ChatGPT, Claude, CoPilot, Gemini;
- Key differences: free vs. paid models, company data vs. public web sources;
- Confidentiality: secure deployments and in business process considerations;
- Best Practices in Prompting and Usage:
- Crafting effective prompts: moving from vague to precise;
- Understanding outputs: accuracy, bias and the risk of hallucination;
- Do’s and Don’ts when working with AI (practical guardrails for professionals);
- Practical Demonstration:
- Live example: asking an LLM without integration (generic case);
- Improved example: using structured data (pleadings, evidence, technical documents);
- Highlighting how integration changes accuracy, reliability and usefulness;
- Entity and issue extraction;
- Timeline generation and contradiction detection;
- Case law cross-referencing (e.g. SAFLII, LexisNexis);
- Practical outcomes for arbitration, engineering design reviews or project management;
- Call to Action:
- Why now is the time to start experimenting;
- Low-risk first steps: where professionals can begin engaging with AI today;
- Encouragement: informed adoption, not blind replacement.
Who Should Attend?
- Project Managers;
- Contractors;
- Claims and contract consultants;
- Legal practitioners;
- Insurance practitioners;
- Anybody interested in ADR.
Our Presenter
Mr Carel du Toit is known for visionary leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit. Over two decades, he has grown Mint from a South African business into a global powerhouse EMEA. His strategic foresight led to the creation of visionAI, a pioneering computer vision SaaS company setting new industry benchmarks. With expertise in business consulting, IT strategy, and architecture, Carel has positioned Mint as a leading Microsoft Partner and a top 1% global Dynamics 365 provider. His leadership emphasises digital transformation, innovation, and a people-first culture. He completed prestigious programs at Harvard Business School, including the Owner/President Management Program and the Leading Professional Service Firms Organisational Leadership Program. His focus on continuous improvement and ambitious goals has enabled Mint to achieve major milestones and win numerous awards. Under his guidance, Mint excels not only in delivering IT solutions but also in fostering excellence and community engagement. His commitment to both technology and people defines him as a standout leader in the IT industry.
Date
Thursday, 9 October 2025, 18:00 to 19:00 (SAST), 17:00 to 18:00 (BST).
Venue
Attend online via Zoom.
Cost (Incl. VAT)
AoA, ACPM, BIArb, CESA, MBA, RICS, SAICE and WISA Members: R150.00
AoA students: R0.00
Non-members: R200.00
Students, university students, candidate attorneys, pupil advocates and professional trainees can attend free of charge!
Register
Reserve your spot today to discover how to integrate AI practically and confidently in your field!
For more information please download the Brochure.
Click here to register:
Enquiries
Contact Miss Michelle Venter (Financial Manager):
Email: michelle@arbitrators.co.za
Tel.: +27 11 884 9164/5
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, 9 October 2025!
GUIDELINES ON THE USE OF AI IN ARBITRATIONS AND ADJUDICATIONS
Learn more about the Association’s Guidelines on the Use of AI in Arbitrations and Adjudications here.