Benjamin Bostoen - CDO of the year 2022

__Digitalization: A Lever, Not a Replacement__

Digitalization in construction does not mean the replacement of humans, but rather their "elevation." Digital tools and AI are designed to improve efficiency, safety, and accuracy, but they cannot replace human creativity, experience, and judgment. Machines bring an unmatched data processing capability, but it is man who guides and gives meaning to this data.

__AI: A Valuable Complement__

Artificial Intelligence in construction enables the optimization of project management, design, and even the maintenance of infrastructures. It provides predictive analyses to avoid costly mistakes and improve planning. However, these systems learn from humans and their interactions with the environment, underscoring the importance of machines learning from human imperfection.

__Learning from Human Imperfection__

One of the greatest challenges for AI is to understand and integrate human imperfection into its processes. In construction, this means recognizing nuances and variations that escape strict algorithms. Machine learning must be fed not only with perfect data but also with examples of errors and unexpected events, to better collaborate with humans in the field.

__Conclusion__

Digitalization in construction is not about replacing man with machine, but rather about their harmonious collaboration. AI, as a tool, can significantly improve construction processes, but it must be guided and directed by human experience. Ultimately, digitalization in construction is a journey towards a synergy where man and machine learn from each other, for a more efficient, safe, and innovative realization of construction projects.


Digitalization in Construction: A Harmony Between Man and Machine

CDO of the Year - Hero

CDO of the Year 2024 - Hero

Who will be the chief digital officer of the Year 2024? Who will succeed Johan Guelluy (Acerta) and Régis Pitolet (i-City)? 

For the sixth time, the CDO Awards will be presented at a prestigious gala evening with 550 guests at Brussels' Dock Event Hall on __October 17th, 2024 at 6 PM__

Modern organizations embrace a chief digital officer or a CXO including digital responsibilities. They navigate the complexities of digital transformation effectively. They provide the leadership, strategic vision, and expertise required to leverage digital technologies for business growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced customer experience. It’s all about digital transformation, innovation, revenue growth, leveraging company and customer data and above all change management.  Are you the man or woman we are looking for? We offer two awards, one for each language role. After all, we want to promote the digital revolution throughout Belgium with star-making examples that inspire and lead to shining company cases.

Want to relive the CDO awards gala? 
Here you can find the [pictures](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_WLgs6kyN27T91iAEBWhv4Vjt7qC8Ut6?usp=sharing "Pictures CDO of the Year 2023"). 
Here you can find the [aftermovie](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g9wPKjK9m1gnMLIl1wr4SaYxOS2tDfQQ/view?usp=sharing "Aftermovie CDO of the Year 2023"). 

Did you miss the keynotes? Click here to watch ['The diamond in the rough'](https://vimeo.com/879478781 "Keynote recording Steven Van Belleghem") by Steven Van Belleghem or ['The perfect storm'](https://vimeo.com/880676751 "Keynote recording Erwin Verstraelen") by Erwin Verstraelen.

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Are you a candidate for the title of Chief Digital Officer of the Year? Or do you know someone who fits the profile?

Send us your application by submitting a file in which you explain to us why you should win the CDO award.

The file should contain:
- Your motivation
- Your career path
- Your organisation
- Digital projects
- The impact on the organisation and the market 
- Your leadership.

Apply now with a file containing your C.V. (LinkedIn profile), your projects and achievements, a motivation for your application and a high resolution photo.

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How to apply

Please submit your application before __Friday September 27__. You will give a presentation during the jury meeting on __Wednesday October 9__. The award ceremony will take place on __Thursday October 17__.

For more information and to submit your dossier, please contact [luc@destraffemannen.be](mailto:luc@destraffemannen.be), +32495 23 99 25.

Look who has won the previous CDO awards. 

[Johan Guelluy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johan-guelluy-1091384/ "Johan Guelluy") (Acerta) [Régis Pitolet](https://www.linkedin.com/in/r%C3%A9gis-pitolet-digital-transformation/ "Régis Pitolet") (I-City) 
[Geert Van Mol](https://www.linkedin.com/in/geert-van-mol-1779812/ "Geert Van Mol - LinkedIn ") (Belfius)
[Erik Cuypers](https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-cuypers-aa6432/ "Erik Cuypers - LinkedIn ") (Maxeda)
[Bjorn Van Reet](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjornvanreet/ "Bjorn Van Reet - LinkedIn ") (Kinepolis) 
[Erwin Verstraelen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwin-verstraelen-a885974/ "Erwin Verstraelen - LinkedIn") (Haven van Antwerpen-Brugge) 
[Benoît Degotte](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beno%C3%AEt-degotte-3833a724/ "Benoît Degotte - LinkedIn ") (Centre Hospitalier Regional de la Citadelle) 
[Pierre-André Rulmont](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-andr%C3%A9-rulmont-672373/ "Pierre-André Rulmont - LinkedIn ") (MIVB) 
[Cécile Gonfroid](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilegonfroid/ "Cécile Gonfroid") (RTBF) 
[Benjamin Bostoen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bostoen/ "Benjamin Bostoen - LinkedIn ") (Thomas & Piron ICT) 

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Of course you want to attend the CDO Awards Night. We got two formulas. You can reserve 1 or more seats at 400 euro each or reserve a table for 10 people at 3.700 euro (excl. VAT).

This includes parking fee at <a href="https://www.docksdome.be/en/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Docks Dome event hall</a>. Get your tickets now.

For more information about registrations, sponsoring or partnerships, please contact Nicolas Demeure.

[nicolas@destraffemannen.be](mailto:nicolas@destraffemannen.be) - 0478 65 20 34

CDO of the Year 2024 - Attend

Want to attend the awards night?

The jury consists of the winners of the previous editions and many prominent personalities from the Belgian digitisation biotope. We are proud that they all want to participate.

President of the Jury is Luc Blyaert, Partner at De Straffe Mannen.

Maarten Bosmans

Bruno Segers

Danielle Jacobs

Erik Cuypers

Geert Van Mol

Georges Ataya

Jan De Schepper

Jurgen Van De Sompel

Koen De Witte

Lode Peeters

Luc Blyaert

Katja Schipperheijn

Pierre-André Rulmont

Suyin Aerts

Wendy Knaepen

Yin Oei

Nicolas Demeure

Cécile Gonfroid

Bjorn Van Reet

Tom Olislagers

Sofien Ben Sassi

Jurgen Strijkers

Paul Kaisin

Erwin Verstraelen

Benjamin Bostoen

Johan Guelluy

Régis Pitolet

Robert van der Eijk

Lieven Verhaevert

Christophe VanDriessche

Jury 2024

#### 18:00 Cocktail Reception
#### 19:15 Welcome
#### 19:30 Starter
#### 20:30 Rebel Rebel
#### 20:45 Main course
#### 21:45 Never Normal
[Peter Hinssen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/phinssen/ "Peter Hinssen")
#### 22:20 Awards Ceremony
Chief Digital Officer of the Year 2024
#### 23:00 Dessert and afterparty
#### 01:00 Closing

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