AI is Not About Cutting-Edge, It’s User-Centric.

In today’s world, we’re surrounded by extraordinary advancements. AI, cloud computing, and automation are transforming industries at a pace we’ve never seen before. It’s an exciting time, one full of potential for those willing to embrace change. 

But as we look to the future of architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AEC/O), we believe it’s time to shift the conversation. Instead of focusing solely on who’s building the “most cutting-edge” technology, we should be asking a more meaningful question: Who’s building the most human-centric technology? 

At Nemetschek Group, this is the question that guides everything we do. We’re not just excited about what AI can do, we’re inspired by what it can do for people, specifically our users. For the architects designing our cities. For the engineers solving complex structural challenges. For the construction managers delivering safe, sustainable buildings. For the facility managers operating a occupants-centric area. These professionals aren’t looking for flashy tools. They’re looking for trusted partners. They want technology that understands their workflows, complements their creativity, and adapts to their reality, not the other way around. 

The AEC/O industry is an exclusive industry. It runs on expertise, coordination, and trust. The tools we use must reflect that. Real innovation in this space means creating AI that integrates into the heart of the design and build process. It means understanding that time is limited, stakes are high, and every detail matters. 

That’s why our mission isn’t to chase trends, it’s to solve problems. We aim to build AI that enhances your daily work in meaningful ways: by reducing friction, accelerating decisions, automating the repetitive, and connecting teams across disciplines. We believe technology should empower people to spend less time wrestling with data and more time designing the future. 

This vision is brought to life through the Nemetschek AI Assistant, a smart, evolving co-pilot developed with and for AEC/O professionals. Unlike generic AI tools, our assistant is brand-specific and built directly into workflows for ALLPLAN, Graphisoft, and Vectorworks. It understands the unique needs of each professional community, and adapts accordingly. 

It’s intelligent, but never intrusive. It learns from your environment, context, and goals, offering support when you need it and staying out of the way when you don’t. It helps coordinate across tools and teams, making interoperability a strength rather than a challenge. And most importantly, it’s grounded in ethics, with transparency, user control, and human oversight baked into every layer. 

Our Ethical AI Commitment ensures that the technologies we build serve not just performance, but purpose. We want our users to feel confident that they’re not just using advanced tools, but responsible ones. 

Sometimes AI can feel distant, theoretical, or even intimidating. But in reality, it’s already a part of our everyday lives, and in AEC/O, it’s quickly becoming a powerful ally. 

The good news? You don’t need to be an expert in machine learning to benefit from it. All you need is openness. We’ve seen time and time again that the professionals who get the most from AI aren’t the ones with technical backgrounds; they’re the ones who approach new tools with curiosity, patience, and a willingness to explore. And it’s not about waiting for perfection. Like any new team member, AI gets better the more you work with it. The more context it has, the more it can adapt to your needs. When you invest the time to teach it, it begins to feel like a real partner, one that helps you move faster, think deeper and build smarter. 

The impact of AI in AEC/O goes far beyond productivity. This is an industry that shapes how people live, work, and connect. Every building we create has the potential to influence lives for generations. That’s why we believe AI must serve a greater purpose: improving quality, increasing sustainability, and supporting human well-being. 

When we get it right, the benefits ripple outward, fewer errors, less waste, more resilient infrastructure, and better experiences for the people who use the spaces we build. This is why we place so much emphasis on building AI that is not only smart, but also trustworthy, equitable, and empowering. 

We’re not here to automate people out of the picture. We’re here to amplify what they do best. Our goal is to help professionals design with more confidence, collaborate with more clarity, and deliver with more impact. 

The road ahead is full of possibility. At Nemetschek, we’re excited about what’s coming next, not because of the technology alone, but because of what it enables our users to do. We see a future where AI doesn’t replace creativity – it accelerates it. Where decisions are more informed, workflows are more seamless, and innovation becomes a shared journey. 

This isn’t about being the most “cutting-edge.” It’s about creating tools that genuinely make life better for the people who use them. It’s about building trust, fostering collaboration, and bringing everyone along for the ride. 

Because the true measure of progress isn’t how far technology can go, it’s how far we can go together.