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India Gazette
12-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Why India's AEC Sector Needs More Choice--Not More Lock-In
HT Syndication New Delhi [India], June 12: As India's architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector accelerates its digital transformation, a growing chorus of professionals is raising an urgent concern: the industry is being boxed into restrictive software ecosystems that limit innovation, inflate costs, and hinder collaboration. Across architecture studios, engineering consultancies, and construction firms, stakeholders are increasingly finding themselves locked into closed platforms that bundle multiple tools within a single vendor ecosystem. While such all-in-one solutions may promise convenience, they often come at the cost of flexibility and long-term value. Proprietary file formats, forced subscription models, and interoperability barriers are creating a digital environment that stifles choice, something India's dynamic and cost-sensitive AEC sector cannot afford. In this landscape, Nemetschek Group offers a different path forward. As one of the world's leading AEC software providers, Nemetschek champions an open, modular approach that empowers users to select best-in-class tools without being tied to a single vendor. Rather than forcing firms into a monolithic software stack, Nemetschek's portfolio allows professionals to build their ecosystems, integrating the right tools at the right time across every stage of the design-build lifecycle. This philosophy stands in contrast to platforms that tie software performance to proprietary formats and rigid upgrade cycles. With Nemetschek's open standards and interoperability-first design, Indian AEC firms can retain control over their workflows, preserve access to legacy files, and avoid vendor-imposed disruptions to project delivery. Additionally, as sustainability becomes a critical priority for the built environment, AEC firms must also evaluate software vendors based on their ability to support green building practices. From enabling energy modeling and material efficiency to facilitating lifecycle assessments and LEED compliance, digital tools play a pivotal role in driving environmentally responsible design. Choosing technology that aligns with sustainability goals ensures that firms are future-ready--not just in capability but also in conscience. The call for openness is not just a technical issue--it's a strategic imperative. India's infrastructure and urban development ambitions require digital tools that can scale, adapt, and interconnect across disciplines. Architects and engineers deserve the freedom to innovate with the technologies that best suit their practice rather than being constrained by what a single vendor dictates. 'India's AEC sector is at a pivotal crossroads where flexibility, openness, and sustainability must define the digital future,' said Nirmalya Chatterjee, Managing Director of Nemetschek Group - Indian Subcontinent. 'The industry must break free from vendor lock-ins and embrace a more open ecosystem where professionals can innovate, collaborate, and drive green transformation on their terms. At Nemetschek, we are committed to offering the freedom to choose the right tools--open, interoperable, and future-ready.' As the industry confronts this inflection point, the need for digital choice is becoming as important as digital adoption. By embracing modularity, openness, and user empowerment, the Indian AEC sector can move towards a more collaborative and resilient future--one where software is a tool, not a tether. About Nemetschek Group- The Nemetschek Group is a globally leading software provider for the digital transformation in the AEC/O and media industries. Its intelligent software solutions cover the entire lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects and allow creatives to optimize their workflows. Customers can plan, construct, and manage construction projects more efficiently and sustainably, and develop digital content such as visualizations, films, and computer games in a creative way. The software company drives new technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and open standards (OPEN BIM) in the AEC/O industries to increase productivity and sustainability and continuously expands its portfolio, including through acquisitions and investments in innovative start-ups. More than 7 million users are currently utilizing the customer-focused solutions. Founded by Prof. Georg Nemetschek in 1963, the Nemetschek Group today employs over 4,000 experts globally. The company, which has been listed in the MDAX and TecDAX since 1999, achieved a revenue of EUR 995.6 million and an EBITDA of EUR 301.0 million in 2024. Since the end of 2024, the Nemetschek Group is certified in accordance with ISO 27001, the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by HT Syndication. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Business Standard
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Why India's AEC Sector Needs More Choice--Not More Lock-In
HT Syndication New Delhi [India], June 12: As India's architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector accelerates its digital transformation, a growing chorus of professionals is raising an urgent concern: the industry is being boxed into restrictive software ecosystems that limit innovation, inflate costs, and hinder collaboration. Across architecture studios, engineering consultancies, and construction firms, stakeholders are increasingly finding themselves locked into closed platforms that bundle multiple tools within a single vendor ecosystem. While such all-in-one solutions may promise convenience, they often come at the cost of flexibility and long-term value. Proprietary file formats, forced subscription models, and interoperability barriers are creating a digital environment that stifles choice, something India's dynamic and cost-sensitive AEC sector cannot afford. In this landscape, Nemetschek Group offers a different path forward. As one of the world's leading AEC software providers, Nemetschek champions an open, modular approach that empowers users to select best-in-class tools without being tied to a single vendor. Rather than forcing firms into a monolithic software stack, Nemetschek's portfolio allows professionals to build their ecosystems, integrating the right tools at the right time across every stage of the design-build lifecycle. This philosophy stands in contrast to platforms that tie software performance to proprietary formats and rigid upgrade cycles. With Nemetschek's open standards and interoperability-first design, Indian AEC firms can retain control over their workflows, preserve access to legacy files, and avoid vendor-imposed disruptions to project delivery. Additionally, as sustainability becomes a critical priority for the built environment, AEC firms must also evaluate software vendors based on their ability to support green building practices. From enabling energy modeling and material efficiency to facilitating lifecycle assessments and LEED compliance, digital tools play a pivotal role in driving environmentally responsible design. Choosing technology that aligns with sustainability goals ensures that firms are future-ready--not just in capability but also in conscience. The call for openness is not just a technical issue--it's a strategic imperative. India's infrastructure and urban development ambitions require digital tools that can scale, adapt, and interconnect across disciplines. Architects and engineers deserve the freedom to innovate with the technologies that best suit their practice rather than being constrained by what a single vendor dictates. "India's AEC sector is at a pivotal crossroads where flexibility, openness, and sustainability must define the digital future," said Nirmalya Chatterjee, Managing Director of Nemetschek Group - Indian Subcontinent. "The industry must break free from vendor lock-ins and embrace a more open ecosystem where professionals can innovate, collaborate, and drive green transformation on their terms. At Nemetschek, we are committed to offering the freedom to choose the right tools--open, interoperable, and future-ready." As the industry confronts this inflection point, the need for digital choice is becoming as important as digital adoption. By embracing modularity, openness, and user empowerment, the Indian AEC sector can move towards a more collaborative and resilient future--one where software is a tool, not a tether. About Nemetschek Group- The Nemetschek Group is a globally leading software provider for the digital transformation in the AEC/O and media industries. Its intelligent software solutions cover the entire lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects and allow creatives to optimize their workflows. Customers can plan, construct, and manage construction projects more efficiently and sustainably, and develop digital content such as visualizations, films, and computer games in a creative way. The software company drives new technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and open standards (OPEN BIM) in the AEC/O industries to increase productivity and sustainability and continuously expands its portfolio, including through acquisitions and investments in innovative start-ups. More than 7 million users are currently utilizing the customer-focused solutions. Founded by Prof. Georg Nemetschek in 1963, the Nemetschek Group today employs over 4,000 experts globally. The company, which has been listed in the MDAX and TecDAX since 1999, achieved a revenue of EUR 995.6 million and an EBITDA of EUR 301.0 million in 2024. Since the end of 2024, the Nemetschek Group is certified in accordance with ISO 27001, the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS).
India Gazette
01-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Tech-savvy construction firms attract global interest as India goes big on infrastructure
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): As government-led infrastructure initiatives reshape India's urban and industrial landscape, tech-savvy Indian construction players are drawing the attention of global companies involved in the planning, designing, building and managing of infrastructure and real estate. The global players are increasingly deploying their capital and establishing Indian arms to cater to the needs of the infrastructure and construction sector. 'India is a market on today's date that cannot be ignored globally because, in a construction aspect, India is the third largest global construction market. So that is something huge,' said Nirmalya Chatterjee, India head of Nemetschek, a Germany-based company. 'Hopefully, in the next two years' time, we will be the third largest economy in the world too. So this is a scale of India as a market. Quite obviously, it has a huge, huge potential,' said Chatterjee. India has embarked on an ambitious journey to revolutionise the country's infrastructure landscape, aiming to bolster economic growth, enhance connectivity, and improve the quality of life for its citizens. With a focus on modernising transportation networks, upgrading urban amenities, and expanding digital infrastructure, the government has launched several transformative initiatives, with Capex Expenditure of Rs 11.21 lakh crore (3.1 per cent of GDP) earmarked in the financial year 2025-26. He further added that construction is the second-largest sector GDP contributor after agriculture, and that makes it a centre of attraction for global companies. 'So construction is a huge kind of potential. Technology companies, engineering companies, overseas companies - all are looking into this market and how they can be a part of this growth journey. And this momentum is going to continue in the coming day's,' he added. The total infrastructure investment in India has significantly increased, with public and private sector contributions shaping the growth trajectory. India's total infrastructure spending has grown exponentially, with budget allocations rising to Rs 10 lakh crore in 2023-24, as per the official figures. However, the fragmented nature of the construction markets is causing a challenge, despite huge potential. Another major challenge for global companies is the fear of escalating expenses tied to new technology; however, Chatterjee says that the conditions are the states and educational institutions are ramping up the infrastructure projects, the German compay official said that they have been able to secure projects from various states such as Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamilnadu, IITs and other universities, demonstrating the wider adoption of global technology. As per the credit rating agency ICRA Indian construction industry is expected to report a year-on-year growth of 8-10 per cent in operating income (OI) for the FY 2026, supported by an adequate order book position, on the low base of FY2025. ICRA estimates the aggregate order book/OI for its sample set of entities1 at 3.5 times as of March 31, 2025, reflecting healthy growth prospects and revenue visibility. It forecasts the operating margin of the players to be steady at 10.5-11.0 per cent for FY2025 and FY2026. (ANI)
Mint
01-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Tech-savvy construction firms attract global interest as India goes big on infrastructure
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): As government-led infrastructure initiatives reshape India's urban and industrial landscape, tech-savvy Indian construction players are drawing the attention of global companies involved in the planning, designing, building and managing of infrastructure and real estate. The global players are increasingly deploying their capital and establishing Indian arms to cater to the needs of the infrastructure and construction sector. "India is a market on today's date that cannot be ignored globally because, in a construction aspect, India is the third largest global construction market. So that is something huge," said Nirmalya Chatterjee, India head of Nemetschek, a Germany-based company. "Hopefully, in the next two years' time, we will be the third largest economy in the world too. So this is a scale of India as a market. Quite obviously, it has a huge, huge potential," said Chatterjee. India has embarked on an ambitious journey to revolutionise the country's infrastructure landscape, aiming to bolster economic growth, enhance connectivity, and improve the quality of life for its citizens. With a focus on modernising transportation networks, upgrading urban amenities, and expanding digital infrastructure, the government has launched several transformative initiatives, with Capex Expenditure of ₹ 11.21 lakh crore (3.1 per cent of GDP) earmarked in the financial year 2025-26. He further added that construction is the second-largest sector GDP contributor after agriculture, and that makes it a centre of attraction for global companies. "So construction is a huge kind of potential. Technology companies, engineering companies, overseas companies - all are looking into this market and how they can be a part of this growth journey. And this momentum is going to continue in the coming day"s," he added. The total infrastructure investment in India has significantly increased, with public and private sector contributions shaping the growth trajectory. India's total infrastructure spending has grown exponentially, with budget allocations rising to ₹ 10 lakh crore in 2023-24, as per the official figures. However, the fragmented nature of the construction markets is causing a challenge, despite huge potential. Another major challenge for global companies is the fear of escalating expenses tied to new technology; however, Chatterjee says that the conditions are the states and educational institutions are ramping up the infrastructure projects, the German compay official said that they have been able to secure projects from various states such as Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamilnadu, IITs and other universities, demonstrating the wider adoption of global technology. As per the credit rating agency ICRA Indian construction industry is expected to report a year-on-year growth of 8-10 per cent in operating income (OI) for the FY 2026, supported by an adequate order book position, on the low base of FY2025. ICRA estimates the aggregate order book/OI for its sample set of entities1 at 3.5 times as of March 31, 2025, reflecting healthy growth prospects and revenue visibility. It forecasts the operating margin of the players to be steady at 10.5-11.0 per cent for FY2025 and FY2026. (ANI)
