USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND AI IN CONSTRUCTION – A DELAY EXPERT’S PERSPECTIVE
Join the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa) NPC (“the Association”) for the 1st webinar, presented by Ilke Şahin Goler from Elixa Experts, in a series as part of the Association’s ongoing mission to provide regular upskilling opportunities for everyone interested in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
Explore the transformative role of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in construction project management and dispute resolution.
Unlock the Future of Construction
This expert-led session delves into how emerging technologies—such as drones, 3D printing, and advanced data analytics—are reshaping the construction industry. Discover how AI, including Large Language Models, is revolutionising delay analysis, risk management, and legal processes in construction disputes. Gain practical insights into both the opportunities and challenges these innovations present for contractors, project managers, consultants, legal professionals, and insurers.
Key Topics
- The impact of technology and AI on delay analysis and dispute resolution;
- Real-world applications of drones, 3D printing, and data enhancement;
- Understanding AI’s evolution and its relevance to construction law;
- Navigating risks and leveraging opportunities for industry professionals.
Who Should Attend?
- Project Managers;
- Contractors;
- Claims and contract consultants;
- Legal practitioners;
- Insurance practitioners;
- Anybody involved in the construction industry;
- Anybody interested in ADR.
Experienced Practitioner
With over 19 years in the construction industry, Ilke Şahin Goler is a seasoned civil engineer and delay analyst, renowned for her expertise in forensic construction programming and delay practices. She gained on-site experience on international projects in the Middle East. Holding an MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution from King’s College London, she has been a forensic delay expert on projects including airports, commercial developments, power stations, and transportation. Ilke also published papers and spoke at conferences on delay analysis and construction disputes. Ilke translated a key document in the field, the SCL Delay and Disruption Protocol, to Turkish in collaboration with SCL Turkey.
Date
Monday, 14 July 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
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving world of construction technology and dispute resolution!
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
We look forward to seeing you on Monday, 14 July 2025!
What Attendees Said …
Reviews
Mrs Suretha Ströh: “Interactive sessions.“
Ms Ridwah Isaacs: “I didn’t have any expectations at first but i really learned a lot about AI specifically ChatGPT. I did not now that AI is limited and only giving responses, they think people would need.”
Mr Msizi Linda: “The seed was definitely planted, I have a lot of questions, still … and that was the point of this webinar, to get your brain working and conceptualising the advancement of technology and AI.“
Mr David Stephen: “Excellent presentation. Top class presenter. Unfortunately, not enough time allowed for Q&A and discussion. It would be good to contextualize the topic within the South African construction industry.“
Mr Tichaona Chikukwa: “The presentation was top notch.“
Mr Jamie McIntosh: “Very well presented and I really enjoyed the webinar.“
Miss Karshnee Chetty: “Very relatable webinar.“
Mr Murray Stevens: “Excellent topic and well presented.“
Mr Knowledge Kwari: “The webinars are very educative with respect to the use of the new technologies now available ie AI which make construction much easier and less prone to errors.“
Mr Paballo Abram Nthoba: “I agree with the speaker that, AI is not here to replace us but to help us.“
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.