DiBETSA 2024:
A Day to Celebrate Digital Innovation in the Built Environment
2024 event has concluded
Date: 20th November 2024
Time: 08:00 – 21:00+
Venue: JBS Park, Johannesburg Business School
Get ready for an inspiring day of discovery and celebration at the Digital Built Environment Technologies Showcase and Awards (DiBETSA 2024). Hosted by the University of Johannesburg, this event brings together innovators, industry leaders, and enthusiasts to explore the forefront of digital advancements in the built environment.
The day is split into two parts: The Exhibition (Free admission during the day) and the Dinner & Awards Night (Paid Admission via tickets for the evening). You can register for both using the same registration link.
The Exhibition (Time: 08:00 - 16:00)
(Free admission, Registration Required)
We are thrilled to welcome Mr Richard Matchett, Digital Lead at Zutari, as the keynote speaker for DiBETSA 2024.
With a wealth of experience in digital innovation within the built environment, Mr Matchett will be sharing insights on “Accelerating Digital Transitioning in the Built Environment.” His presentation, titled “Demystifying Digital Transitioning: Exploring Trends, Essential Skills, and Key Pain Points for Success,” promises to offer valuable guidance on navigating the complexities of digital adoption in the industry.
Attendees can look forward to an engaging session that will not only explore the latest trends but also provide practical strategies to enhance project outcomes through digital transformation.
Keynote Speaker
Mr Ricardo Lopes
Business Development Manager at Delta Scan
Topic: Driving Engineering intelligence through digital analysis.
Panelist
Dr Coralie van Reenen
Research Group Leader:
CSIR Infrastructure Innovation Research Group
The Exhibitors
Dinner & Awards Night (18:00 onwards)
As the sun sets, join us for DiBETSA’s 1st Annual Dinner & Awards Night, a prestigious evening dedicated to recognising the best digital projects in Southern Africa. From “Project Information Exchange” to “Digital Champion,” this awards ceremony will honour those who have excelled in pioneering the built environment’s digital transformation. With limited seating, the dinner promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with celebration, fine dining, and networking.
Don’t miss out on this dynamic event where innovation meets recognition. Join us at DiBETSA 2024 to experience the future of the built environment!
Tickets: R800 per seat | R7000 for a table of ten.
Project Awards Nomination
If you know of an outstanding project making a significant impact in the digital transformation of the built environment, now is your chance to recognise their efforts!
The DiBETSA 2024 Awards are open for nominations, celebrating excellence across multiple categories, including
- Project Information Exchange
- Construction Health & Safety
- Project Communication
- Planning & Monitoring
- Quality Data Capture
- Design Efficiency & Sustainability, among others.
Nominations are open until 15th November 2024. This is a unique opportunity to honour those projects that are setting new standards and driving innovation within the industry. Nominate a deserving project today and be part of recognising the leaders in digital excellence!
Event Sponsors & Organisers
A big thank you to our sponsors, DBSA and CYPE, and our organisers, DiBETSA, CARINBE, UJ JBS, UJ FADA, SAICE PMCD, and SACPCMP, for their invaluable support in bringing DiBETSA 2024 to life. Your dedication and commitment to advancing the built environment are what make this event possible. We look forward to an inspiring and impactful gathering!
Thank You!
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to making DiBETSA 2024 an extraordinary success!
Speakers
A special thank you to Mr Richard Matchett and Mr Ricardo Lopez for delivering insightful presentations that inspired and informed.
Panelists
Sponsors
We are especially grateful to our sponsors—DBSA, CYPE, FEM, and Sensor Security—for their generous support, which made this event possible.
To everyone who participated, attended, or supported DiBETSA 2024 in any way, thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we’ve fostered a space for innovation, collaboration, and progress in our industry.
Organisers
Exhibitors
Thank you to the following organisations for showcasing innovative solutions and contributing to a vibrant exhibition space:
CYPE, BAKER BAYNES, MODENA, ORACLE, DELTA SCAN, CARINBE, TURNER & TOWNSEND, SENSOR SECURITY SYSTEMS, IDECO, MASCOT SECURITY, BIM COMMUNITY, ARISTON SA, BINMAK, GAMMATEC, AVENIR HOLDINGS, UJ VR LAB, CATENDA/AGILE, PHD POWERHOUSE, SACPCMP, and BENTLEY.
