USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND AI IN CONSTRUCTION – A DELAY EXPERT’S PERSPECTIVE

Join the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa) NPC (“the Association”) for the first 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 at 18:00 on Zoom or in-person!

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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.