ViCon (Virtual Design and Construction)*
HOCHTIEF ViCon offers services covering the entire life cycle of projects, from virtual development and planning to operation. Every parameter that defines an infrastructure project, building or facility is captured and integrated in a digital model. Such parameters typically include technology, costs, timing, space utilization, energy consumption, facility management and clash detection with regard to geometric conditions.This allows clients to visualize their projects in their entirety, enabling comprehensive, low-risk planning and development. ViCon can also be used to great advantage in the operating phase to optimize processes. This kind of integrated presentation of all elements and factors yields a clear economic benefit, especially in complex, large-scale projects.
All the corporate units can take advantage of this innovative offering – has been engaged in more than 340 HOCHTIEF projects throughout the Group to date. The company also markets its services externally, such as the new ViCon Implementation and ViCon Management services. The Implementation module includes all tasks required to successfully introduce virtual construction in a company. The Management service module provides clients with help and support throughout the entire project to ensure the ViCon services are used effectively, with ViCon acting as a "virtual project monitor."
Business activities of the HOCHTIEF Group
HOCHTIEF structures its business activities in line with the life cycle of infrastructure projects, real estate and facilities. With our four modules of development, construction, services as well as concessions and operation, we span the entire construction value chain. Thanks to the global interplay of our corporate units, we can serve clients in all phases of the infrastructure project, real estate or facility life cycle and create lasting value. In doing so, we practice active portfolio management.As an international provider of construction services, HOCHTIEF has a presence in all of the key construction markets through its global network. These notably include Europe, the Americas, Australia, the Asia-Pacific region and the Gulf states. The latest statistics of the Engineering News-Record still rank HOCHTIEF as the world's most international provider of construction services – a position which also enables us to compensate regional market fluctuations.
Our business activities are determined by innovative services and market demand. For this reason, we place particular emphasis on sustainability, engaging in projects related to green building, energy efficiency and alternative power generation.
Our services are always tailored to provide custom solutions' every project is unique. This requires us, as our clients' dependable partners, to demonstrate above-average flexibility, show innovative drive and deliver the highest standards of quality.
Further information on the activities of our operational units is available on pages 3 and 4 and on pages 83-109.
