Hanoi, May 30, 2026 – At the Viet Nam I4 Impact Awards, Coteccons Construction Joint Stock Company (HOSE: CTD) was honored for the first time in the “I4 Industry Impact Award” category, recognizing the company’s outstanding efforts in its digital transformation journey, the application of technology in operations, and the promotion of sustainable development within the construction industry.
The Viet Nam I4 Impact Awards 2026 is a program organized by the Institute of Digital Transformation and Innovation (under the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations – VUSTA) in collaboration with the National Authority for Digital Transformation (Ministry of Science and Technology), the Office of the Party Central Committee, the Central Committee for Policy and Strategy, and the National Assembly’s Committee on Science, Technology and Environment.
Mr. Le Danh Duyen, Deputy Manager of Construction Engineering Department, receives the “I4 Industry Impact Award” on behalf of Coteccons at the Viet Nam I4 Impact Awards, recognizing the company’s outstanding achievements in digital transformation and technology adoption in construction operations
Coteccons representatives together with other distinguished enterprises honored at the Viet Nam I4 Impact Awards
Enterprises participating in the “Smart Industry” category are evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including innovation capability, measurable implementation effectiveness, scalability, technology readiness, safety, security, and compliance. The judging panel also places strong emphasis on automation capabilities, the application of AI/IoT/ERP in operations, digital supply chain integration, real-time data management, productivity optimization, and smart risk management in modern industrial environments.
When the Construction Industry Enters the Digital Era
For many years, the construction industry has been considered one of the slowest sectors in digital transformation due to its operational complexity, heavy reliance on physical construction sites, and extensive supply chains involving multiple stakeholders. However, these very challenges have also created an urgent demand for a new management model — one where data, technology, and people are connected in real time.
At Coteccons, digital transformation did not begin with technology itself, but with operational challenges: how thousands of employees across offices and construction sites could collaborate more effectively; how decisions could be made faster and more transparently; and how every project could not only meet schedule and quality requirements but also comply with increasingly demanding international sustainability standards.
From this mindset, Coteccons gradually built its digital infrastructure as the “backbone” of the company’s entire operational ecosystem.
Building a Digital Foundation for a New Operating Model
One of Coteccons’ first major steps was deploying the Microsoft 365 ecosystem integrated with AI for more than 3,500 employees. Given the large workforce operating directly at construction sites, real-time connectivity became a critical factor in ensuring project progress and construction quality.
At the same time, the Zero Trust security model was implemented to comprehensively control identities, devices, and data — an increasingly vital element as data becomes a core enterprise asset.
Rather than digitizing individual processes separately, Coteccons adopted a synchronized approach. During the 2024–2025 period, the company developed and operated 20 digital applications corresponding to 20 fully digitized workflows, generating an estimated economic value of over USD 232,000.
These achievements reflect not only operational efficiency gains, but also a transformation in how a construction enterprise operates through data and technology.
From a “Paperless” Model to a Digital Supply Chain
Once the data infrastructure was established, Coteccons continued expanding digitalization across its entire operational chain. Systems such as SAP ERP, DMS, and E-construction were deployed simultaneously to centralize data management, standardize processes, and monitor progress in real time.
A major milestone was the transition toward a fully “paperless” model. One hundred percent of internal documents are now digitally signed and stored on SharePoint, completely replacing traditional storage methods.
In bidding activities, the E-bidding platform has shortened approval times, standardized supplier documentation, and accelerated contract signing processes. Simply shifting from paper-based bidding documents to online submissions has reduced approximately 90% of printed paper per bidding package — a seemingly small procedural change with significant impacts on resource savings and environmental protection.
Bringing Technology Directly to Construction Sites
If offices are where data is managed, construction sites are where technology is tested in reality. At large and complex projects, Coteccons applies BIM technology to simulate the entire construction process, identify technical clashes early, and optimize construction planning before execution.
At the same time, the company has deployed AI-powered camera systems integrated with C-CAM robots as an intelligent real-time monitoring layer at construction sites. Facial recognition technology helps control site access and track working hours, while AI models can detect safety violations and identify potentially hazardous areas.
The AI-powered facial recognition system at the Lotus Tower project helps control site access, monitor compliance with personal protective equipment requirements, and enhance workplace safety
At the Suntory PepsiCo project, the QR code-based access control system enables workforce verification, manages site entry and exit, and improves security management efficiency
Instead of reacting after incidents occur, Coteccons is gradually shifting toward a proactive management model, where data and AI provide early warnings to minimize risks from the outset.
This is how technology not only enhances operational efficiency, but also contributes to creating a safer and more transparent working environment for employees.
Being honored at the Viet Nam I4 Impact Awards 2026 is not merely recognition of individual technological solutions. It marks a milestone in Coteccons’ broader transformation journey — one in which the company is redefining how a construction enterprise operates in the digital era.
Moving forward, Coteccons will continue expanding the application of AI, real-time data, and green construction solutions to strengthen competitiveness, optimize operational efficiency, and contribute to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s construction industry in both regional and international markets.
