Memorandum of Understanding to help drive “digital transformation” and AI-driven solutions for AECO
Nemetschek Group – the AECO software developer whose brands include Graphisoft, Vectorworks, Allplan and Bluebeam – and Takenaka, one of Japan’s largest construction companies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance digital transformation and AI-driven solutions in the construction sector.
The MoU initiates a strategic partnership to develop and pilot AI-assisted, cloud-based, and open digital platforms that streamline and enhance collaborative workflows across planning, design, construction, and operation processes.
“This partnership with Takenaka, a true leader with deep expertise in the construction industry, is a pivotal step,” said Marc Nezet, chief strategy officer at the Nemetschek Group. “By combining their extensive, practical know-how with our advanced digital and AI capabilities, we are co-creating a more efficient, sustainable, and data-driven future for the entire AEC/O industry.
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“We believe in empowering our partners and customers to combine human-centric AI innovations with sustainability across the building lifecycle.”
Key areas outlined within the agreement include a commitment to best practice exchange through regular knowledge-sharing sessions, methodologies, and operational insights.
Nemetschek and Takenaka will also focus on joint AI and digital platform innovation, working together to identify, prioritise, and develop cloud-based digital and AI solutions for the AECO sector.
Secure data sharing and validation form another cornerstone of the agreement, with governance models and technical safeguards established to enable data-driven transformation.
Finally, both parties reaffirm their commitment to data protection and compliance, ensuring adherence to privacy, security, and intellectual property standards in line with global best practices.
“This partnership embodies the forward-thinking spirit of our industry,” said Daniel Csillag, CEO of Graphisoft. “By partnering with Takenaka Corporation, we are laying the groundwork for truly collaborative, open, and data-driven workflows that benefit architects, engineers, and contractors worldwide. We are proud to contribute our expertise and technology towards this transformative journey, also building on an existing Enterprise Licensing and Service Agreement between Graphisoft and Takenaka Corporation.”
Nemetschek stated that the MoU serves as a foundation and guiding framework for future joint project-specific agreements. The agreement takes effect immediately and will remain in place for a period of five years.
Main image caption: From left to right: Mr Tetsuo Harada (Executive Managing Officer, Takenaka Corporation), Mr Daniel Csillag (CEO, Graphisoft), Mr Susumu Matsuo (General Manager, Digital Division Head Office, Takenaka Corporation).
