Glodon Unites Industry Leaders at AEC Connect Day 2026 in Singapore to Advance Digital Transformation Across the Project Lifecycle

On 28 October 2026, Glodon brought together industry leaders, contractors, professional associations and built environment stakeholders at AEC Connect Day 2026 at BCA Academy’s iNODE, Braddell Campus in Singapore. Held in conjunction with Glodon's 15th anniversary in Singapore, the event explored how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies can support productivity, strengthen collaboration and accelerate digital transformation across the construction industry.

Guided by the theme “Empowering the Full Project Lifecycle”, the event featured product showcases, industry benchmark sharing, strategic partnership and expert perspectives on the evolving construction landscape. The programme demonstrated how connected digital solutions can support construction professionals at different stages of a project, from quantity take-off and cost management to project collaboration and smart construction operations.

Bringing Industry Stakeholders Together

The event opened with welcome and networking sessions, followed by opening remarks from Mr. Eric Soh, Vice Chairman of the Productivity & Technology Committee at the Singapore Contractors Association Ltd (SCAL). He recognised Glodon’s technological capabilities and commitment to innovation, highlighting the shared vision of improving project delivery, strengthening coordination and advancing digitalisation across the construction industry. Mr. Soh also encouraged prospective technological users to remain open to innovation, learn from industry peers and embrace practical applications of technology to drive meaningful improvements in their work.

Showcasing Digital Solutions Across the Full Project Lifecycle

A key highlight was the Project Lifecycle Solution Showcase, which demonstrated how Glodon’s digital solutions address different stages of construction project delivery.

QuantifAI: Next-Generation AI-Powered Quantity Take-Off

Chew Siak Kor, Product Manager of QuantifAI at Glodon Company Limited, showcased the advancements in QuantifAI. He demonstrated how AI-powered technology and enhanced product design are transforming traditional quantity take-off practices. By streamlining measurement processes and reducing repetitive manual work, QuantifAI enables quantity surveying and estimating teams to work faster, improve accuracy and allocate resources more effectively. These advancements support greater operational efficiency, increased productivity and potential cost savings, while helping construction professionals make more informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle. The session also demonstrated how continuous innovation in digital tools can enhance established industry practices and support the construction sector’s broader drive towards digitalisation.

Solution Showcase of QuantifAI

Product Demonstration of QuantifAI

CostAI: Intelligent Cost Management

Myke Ong, Senior Business Analyst at Glodon Company Limited, gave an insight to CostAI, an intelligent cost management solution designed to streamline tender estimation and enhance pricing efficiency.

The session presented how AI-powered pricing, automated calculations and integrated quantity-cost workflows can reduce manual work. This improves pricing accuracy and supports more informed cost decisions. By simplifying subcontractor quotation comparisons, identifying potential pricing inconsistencies and transforming historical tender data into reusable rate libraries, CostAI helps quantity surveying teams accelerate tender preparation, boost productivity and achieve potential cost savings throughout the project lifecycle.

Solution Showcase of CostAI

Gsite: AI-Enabled Common Data Environment and Project Management

Li Runyu, Product Manager of Gsite at Glodon Company Limited, introduced Gsite’s capabilities as a Common Data Environment (CDE) and project management solution. The CDE platform connects project stakeholders, streamlines workflows and enhances overall project management efficiency while helping to reduce costs and risks.

Looking ahead, Gsite is advancing towards AI-driven construction management through four key capabilities: Smart Documents for intelligent information retrieval and data extraction, Smart Analytics for data-driven insights and proactive risk assessment, Smart Recognition for automated safety and quality monitoring, and Smart Workflows for process automation and intelligent task assignment.

Beyond serving as a centralised project information platform, Gsite aims to extend its capabilities across the full project lifecycle, from design and cost management to construction and facility management, creating a more connected, efficient and safer environment for project collaboration and delivery.

Solution Showcase of Gsite

Product Demonstration of Gsite

AI Smart Tower Crane: Remote Operations for Greater Productivity and Site Safety

Lisa Liu, Country Director,AI & Smart Construction Technologies at Glodon Singapore, showcased the AI Smart Tower Crane and its role in enhancing lifting operations through intelligent technology.

The presentation highlighted three key capabilities: environmental mapping using laser scans and images to identify surrounding objects, AI-assisted path planning and scheduling to optimise lifting routes and reduce waiting time, and camera-based hazard detection to help operators identify potential safety risks. By integrating site information with lifting decisions while keeping operators in control, the technology aims to improve operational efficiency and support safer lifting practices.

The session also highlighted the team’s recognition at the WSH Asia Awards 2026, reinforcing Glodon’s continued commitment to advancing safety and productivity through smart construction technology.

Solution Showcase of AI Smart Tower Crane

Product Demonstration of AI Smart Tower Crane

Together, the four showcases illustrated how digital solutions can help connect workflows across the project lifecycle, supporting more informed decisions, improved collaboration and greater operational efficiency from planning through to on-site execution.

Industry Benchmark Dialogue: Real-World Experiences with QuantifAI

Sylvester Ong, Customer Success Consultant at Glodon Singapore, led an industry benchmark dialogue examining the experiences of six quantity surveying teams across main contractors, consultants and small and medium-sized contractors adopting QuantifAI.

Drawing on feedback from users transitioning from conventional measurement methods and legacy solutions, the session explored common challenges in quantity take-off, including repetitive manual work, quantity verification, spreadsheet management and frequent drawing revisions. Mr. Ong highlighted how QuantifAI supports a more streamlined and traceable measurement process while emphasising the continued importance of professional judgement and model-based skills.

The session concluded with a user-sharing segment by Sr Raymond Ooi, Assistant Contract Manager at Hitech Construction (1982) Pte Ltd. During the segment, he reflected on the limitations of traditional quantity take-off workflows and how QuantifAI helps address these challenges through a more integrated and traceable approach to quantity measurement, supported by Glodon’s continued product improvements, research and development, and customer support.

Emphasising that successful digital transformation requires both technological innovation and human expertise, Sr Raymond shared the importance of patience, perseverance and a willingness to adapt as the industry evolves. He encouraged construction professionals to reflect on their readiness for change and consider how they can embrace technology to turn challenges into new possibilities.

The event also recognised Hitech Construction (1982) Pte Ltd and Tong Hai Yang Construction Pte Ltd through benchmark appreciation plaque presentations, acknowledging their support and contributions to the adoption of Glodon’s digital solutions. Hitech Construction was recognised for its experience with QuantifAI, while Tong Hai Yang Construction was acknowledged for its use of Gsite. Their participation reflects the value of industry collaboration and real-world user feedback in advancing digitalisation across the construction sector.

Strategic Partnership with Weima Builders

The programme featured a sharing by Mr. Tung Wan Hong, Managing Director of Weima Builders Pte Ltd, on “Advancing Weima Through Technology and Collaboration.” His address explored how technology and collaborative approaches can help construction teams improve information accessibility, strengthen project coordination and reduce repetitive work. The event also included a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing between Weima Builders and Glodon, reflecting the parties’ intention to explore further collaboration in digital construction and technology adoption.

Document Signing & Plaque Exchange

Industry Experts Insights: Understanding the APQS Framework

Offering a professional perspective on industry developments, Sr Stanley Chang, Co-Chair of the APQS Committee and Honorary Secretary of the Quantity Surveying Division at the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV), shared insights on the APQS framework and its implications for contractor quantity surveyors. The session provided an opportunity to consider how evolving professional frameworks and digital tools may influence quantity surveying practices, reinforce the value of professional expertise and support the construction industry’s wider productivity objectives.

Empowering the Future of Digital Construction

AEC Connect Day 2026 provided a platform for Glodon, industry associations, contractors and built environment professionals to exchange perspectives on the practical application of digital technologies in construction. Through product showcases, customer experiences and expert dialogue, the event reinforced the importance of connecting technology with the needs of industry practitioners across the full project lifecycle.

As Glodon celebrates 15 years in Singapore,, the company remains focused on working with industry partners to explore digital solutions that support more efficient workflows, better project collaboration and the continued development of Singapore’s built environment.

Empowering the full project lifecycle means connecting people, processes and technology to help build a more productive and collaborative construction industry.