Dalux and Zigurat: an enriching academic collaboration for future BIM professionals

ZIGURAT Institute of Technology participated in the Dalux Summit 2022 in Copenhagen as an academic partner of Dalux and a featured guest speaker, showcasing its commitment to preparing the BIM leaders of tomorrow. This event marks another milestone in the fruitful collaboration between Zigurat and Dalux, a partnership that has been transforming BIM training for over two years.

A Strong Academic-Industry Collaboration

Dalux software has become an integral part of Zigurat’s educational offering, serving as a cornerstone in ten BIM Management master’s programs across Spanish, English, and Portuguese. This strategic collaboration reflects a shared mission: to shape a better future for the AECO sector through cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking education.

Empowering Future BIM Leaders

During the summit, Rodrigo Ferreiro, Corporate & Institutional Development Manager at Zigurat, delivered an insightful presentation on the training needs of tomorrow’s BIM professionals. He highlighted the critical skills required to lead in a rapidly evolving industry and emphasized the advantages of working with Dalux’s powerful technologies, including:

• Enhanced model visualization for better design and construction understanding.
• Cloud-based access to project information, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.
• Improved team communication through centralized tools.
• Instant project control in the field, driving efficiency and accuracy.
• Innovative features like mobile applications and augmented reality, enabling on-site problem-solving and decision-making.

As Néstor del Pozo, Dalux Country Manager, noted during the event, "At Dalux, we strive to build a better future with our technology. Thanks to Zigurat and your more than 400 students, that future is becoming a reality."

Strengthening the Zigurat Community

The Dalux Summit also provided an excellent platform to connect with key members of the Zigurat community, reinforcing relationships between academia and industry. Notable attendees included:

• Néstor del Pozo, professor in the Máster Internacional BIM Management en Ingeniería Civil y GIS.
• Isabel Mª Gutiérrez López, director of the same master’s program.
• Alumni and Dalux professionals Norbert Balm and Nickollas Nunes, both of whom embody the collaboration’s success in blending education with professional application.

A Fruitful Partnership for a Better Future

Zigurat’s participation in the Dalux Summit 2022 symbolizes the depth and impact of this collaboration. Together, Dalux and Zigurat are equipping BIM professionals with the skills and tools they need to lead in an industry that increasingly relies on digital transformation.

With a shared vision of empowering future leaders, Zigurat and Dalux continue to pave the way for innovation in the construction and AECO sectors, ensuring their communities remain at the forefront of industry advancements.