Data, AI & Technology for Surveyors: Practical Opportunities & Responsible Use

Introduction

Presented by James Garner, Co-Founder of Project Flux and a member of the RICS working panel responsible for developing its Responsible Use of AI guidance, this session will explore how data, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are changing the surveying profession. It will be aimed at surveyors who want a practical, accessible understanding of what these tools mean for their work, their clients and the future of the built environment sector.

Rather than focusing on technical detail, the webinar will take a practical and commercially relevant view of how surveyors can make sense of AI and data, where the real opportunities are and what risks or limitations they should be aware of. It will also cover the importance of responsible adoption, drawing on the RICS Responsible Use of AI guidance and insights gained through James' involvement in its development.

By attending, you will develop a clearer understanding of how AI and data technologies are influencing the surveying profession, identify practical opportunities to use these tools in day-to-day practice and gain greater confidence in discussing AI and emerging technologies with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. The webinar will also help you understand how professional judgement, transparency and responsible use remain critical as technology becomes increasingly embedded within the built environment sector.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• The current state of AI, data and digital technology in the built environment
• Why these technologies matter for surveyors specifically
• Practical examples of AI and data use cases across surveying, cost management, project management and advisory work
• How AI can support productivity, research, reporting, insight generation and decision-making
• The role of high-quality data in getting value from AI
• Lessons from the RICS Responsible Use of AI work, including the principles surveyors should consider when adopting AI tools
• Governance, ethics, confidentiality, accountability and professional judgement
• Common misconceptions, risks and limitations of AI tools
• How surveyors can start building confidence and capability with these tools
• The likely future direction of AI and technology in the profession