RIB Software has officially announced the return of its global virtual thought leadership event, RIB Unite 2026, scheduled for March 19, 2026. The event, themed "Connecting Construction Together," aims to unite leaders from the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector to explore how interconnected data, workflows, and teams can significantly enhance productivity, predictability, and sustainability in the industry.
Event Details and Registration
Based in Stuttgart, Germany, RIB Software revealed that RIB Unite 2026 is designed for professionals across development, design, engineering, and construction. The event will feature insight-rich keynotes, expert perspectives, and real-world case studies showcasing how organizations worldwide are adopting connected working methods to improve project outcomes. It is free to attend and open to customers, prospects, partners, and industry stakeholders, with registration currently available online.
Focus on Software Innovation and AI
This year's program places a strong emphasis on software innovation and the role of artificial intelligence in construction. It highlights how connected data environments and integrated workflows are transforming project planning, delivery, and management. The agenda demonstrates that innovation delivers the greatest value when intelligence is embedded directly into everyday workflows, rather than through isolated tools.
Keynote Speakers and Schedule
The event will commence at 09:00 CET with a welcome address from René Wolf, CEO and Managing Director of RIB Software. At 09:05 CET, Birgit Biemans, Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, will present a global construction outlook, analyzing market forces, productivity pressures, and strategic challenges expected to shape the industry over the next 12 to 24 months.
Following this, at 09:30 CET, Professor Martin Fischer, Kumagai Professor of Engineering and Director of the Center for Integrated Facility Engineering (CIFE) at Stanford University, will discuss how digitalization and AI are reshaping AEC delivery. His session will focus on enabling real-time insight, supporting better decision-making, and improving project predictability.
At 10:00 CET, Rolf Helmes, Chief Product Officer at RIB Software, will deliver the innovation keynote, integrating RIB's software innovation and AI strategy into a single session. This presentation will examine how AI-native software, powered by RIB Omni, is being embedded into connected workflows to help users transform complex project data into actionable intelligence. Through concrete use cases and live demonstrations, the session will illustrate how AI facilitates faster decisions, reduces manual effort, and enhances collaboration while maintaining human control.
Panel Discussion and Conclusion
The technology segment will conclude with a panel discussion featuring industry leaders, researchers, and customer practitioners. This panel will explore how organizations can transition from fragmented, tool-by-tool approaches to connected, scalable systems in practice, offering practical insights for implementation.
Overall, RIB Unite 2026 represents a significant opportunity for AEC professionals to engage with cutting-edge ideas and network with peers, all aimed at driving forward the construction industry through technological advancement and collaborative innovation.
