For C-level leaders at design and engineering firms, asset owners, developers and consultancies

Helping the built environment decide what comes next

AI and digital twins that change decisions, not just dashboards. Adoption roadmaps, governance and business cases that survive a CFO, so AI and digital twin investment goes where it changes a decision.

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Digital city of glowing building blocks on a circuit-board street grid

For technology companies and investors

Take your AEC technology to market, and scale it organically

Go-to-market strategy for construction and property technology startups and SMEs, and digital due diligence for the investors who back them. Every buyer asks the same question first: what is the value of your solution? We help you answer it.

Twenty minutes, your topic Market entry for ConTech and PropTech

Education and thought leadership

Educating the leaders who will shape the built world

Lectured on the University of Hong Kong MSc Digital Management of Built Assets from 2023 to 2026, and as a guest lecturer at the University of Melbourne and the Bartlett, UCL. Author of the IET and RICS digital twin papers, and of the forthcoming book Built for Value.

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28 yearsadvising the built environment, since 1998
US$40M+in new revenue, growth opportunities and funding for clients
LecturerUniversity of Hong Kong, UCL Bartlett and University of Melbourne
IET + RICSco-author of the digital twin papers
60+stages in 11 countries

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Results

US$25M+a year from a new digital twin service by year three
US$10M+in growth opportunities identified, three business cases approved by the board
US$5M+in internal funding secured for digital capability
dTwinthe group-wide digital twin offering our strategy helped create

Scaling technology companies

0 to 100Kannual revenue, with go-to-market, pricing, CRM and finance set up from scratch
6 monthsfrom UK market entry plan to product launch and market traction
3-yearcommercial roadmap, four priority segments and a SaaS pricing model
US launchproduct launch in Los Angeles at AECnext, adapted for construction
15+competitors mapped for UK market entry and European positioning
30 yearsof a contractor's project data turned into an AI pricing product
Launch kitcase studies, sales decks and validated use cases for the product launch
Growthbusiness development, product packaging, sales material and pitch decks

ConTech and PropTech

Growing your technology, at home or in a new country?

Growth hacking and market entry for construction and property technology companies: the value story, the buyers, the price, the partners and the pipeline. UK and Europe, North America, the Gulf and beyond.

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Our clients say

Cristina’s advisory work on the Canada Line digital twin was excellent. She brought deep practical experience and paired it with clear, strategic guidance. The quality of her output was impeccable, her deliverables were consistently on time, and she is really fun to work with.
Riccardo CosentinoSenior Vice President, AtkinsRéalis
Cristina had a remarkable impact on shaping our ME Digital Services go-to-market strategy within Digital Consulting. She brought much-needed structure, clarity and strategic vision to a complex and rapidly evolving domain. Beyond the GTM effort, Cristina was instrumental in elevating our overall offering, sharpening marketing content, defining service propositions, and developing capability frameworks that strengthened both the Digital Twin portfolio and the broader Digital Consulting landscape.
Khaldoun KhashanRegional Digital Consulting Head, AtkinsRéalis
Cristina has been instrumental to aec+tech’s growth since 2021. What began as mentorship quickly became a strategic partnership. Her expertise in construction tech and digital transformation continues to shape our direction and drive results.
Niknaz AftahiCEO and Founder, aec+tech
Working with Cristina on the assessor.io project was a pleasure. In a short time, she helped us craft a focused business development and go-to-market strategy, and aligned our messaging in a way we still use today. A true professional: sharp, patient, and a joy to work with.
Bilal SuccarTech Founder, assessor.io
Cristina shaped Glodon's vision for UK market entry and brand strategy. Combining strategic vision and deep industry knowledge, she clarified positioning, identified opportunities, and delivered impactful insights with energy, precision and collaborative leadership.
Pierpaolo FrancoVice President, Glodon
I’ve known Cristina for a decade and she continually impresses with her passion for the built environment and technology’s role in efficiency and sustainability. A trusted thought leader in digital twins, she combines deep industry insight with practical, results-driven vision.
Darren MartinChief Technology Officer, Wood
I had the privilege of working with Cristina Savian for three years. She drove key digital initiatives with clarity and precision, transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies that consistently delivered innovation, measurable impact and lasting results.
Alain WahaChief Technology Officer, Buro Happold
Cristina is an exceptional expert whose sharp insights on digital twins and structured thinking elevated our co-authored work. She distils complex ideas with clarity, drives global digital transformation forums, and stands out as a generous, inspiring and collaborative colleague.
Anil SawhneyHead of Sustainability, RICS
I worked with Cristina during my time at UCL Bartlett for several years, where she delivered lectures and keynotes, and collaborated on research ideas on digital twins. Cristina is very knowledgeable and passionate about industry change. She combines academic rigour with industry expertise, translating complex digital transformation concepts into clear, actionable insights that consistently deliver lasting impact.
Eleni PapadonikolakiAssociate Professor, UCL Bartlett
I had the pleasure of working with Cristina during our collaboration at the University of Hong Kong, where we focused on advancing education in the digital management of built assets. Cristina contributed as a guest speaker and lecturer, and her involvement was both impactful and inspiring. I highly recommend her for any academic or professional endeavour related to digital innovation in the built environment.
Shoeb MemonAssistant Professor of Construction Management, The University of Hong Kong
Cristina taught two courses at the University of Hong Kong tackling critical challenges in construction. With clarity and insight, she guided me step by step. Her industry expertise and tailored career advice went beyond academics, shaping both my learning approach and professional trajectory.
Bin (Bruce) ChenStudent, The University of Hong Kong
Cristina Savian is an inspiring educator whose passion and genuine care make learning both engaging and rewarding. She challenges students to think critically while offering unwavering support, a rare combination that leaves a lasting impact and lasting gratitude.
Chunxiao YangStudent, The University of Hong Kong

Cristina’s advisory work on the Canada Line digital twin was excellent. She brought deep practical experience and paired it with clear, strategic guidance. The quality of her output was impeccable, her deliverables were consistently on time, and she is really fun to work with.
Riccardo CosentinoSenior Vice President, AtkinsRéalis
Cristina had a remarkable impact on shaping our ME Digital Services go-to-market strategy within Digital Consulting. She brought much-needed structure, clarity and strategic vision to a complex and rapidly evolving domain. Beyond the GTM effort, Cristina was instrumental in elevating our overall offering, sharpening marketing content, defining service propositions, and developing capability frameworks that strengthened both the Digital Twin portfolio and the broader Digital Consulting landscape.
Khaldoun KhashanRegional Digital Consulting Head, AtkinsRéalis
Cristina has been instrumental to aec+tech’s growth since 2021. What began as mentorship quickly became a strategic partnership. Her expertise in construction tech and digital transformation continues to shape our direction and drive results.
Niknaz AftahiCEO and Founder, aec+tech
Working with Cristina on the assessor.io project was a pleasure. In a short time, she helped us craft a focused business development and go-to-market strategy, and aligned our messaging in a way we still use today. A true professional: sharp, patient, and a joy to work with.
Bilal SuccarTech Founder, assessor.io
Cristina shaped Glodon's vision for UK market entry and brand strategy. Combining strategic vision and deep industry knowledge, she clarified positioning, identified opportunities, and delivered impactful insights with energy, precision and collaborative leadership.
Pierpaolo FrancoVice President, Glodon
I’ve known Cristina for a decade and she continually impresses with her passion for the built environment and technology’s role in efficiency and sustainability. A trusted thought leader in digital twins, she combines deep industry insight with practical, results-driven vision.
Darren MartinChief Technology Officer, Wood
I had the privilege of working with Cristina Savian for three years. She drove key digital initiatives with clarity and precision, transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies that consistently delivered innovation, measurable impact and lasting results.
Alain WahaChief Technology Officer, Buro Happold
Cristina is an exceptional expert whose sharp insights on digital twins and structured thinking elevated our co-authored work. She distils complex ideas with clarity, drives global digital transformation forums, and stands out as a generous, inspiring and collaborative colleague.
Anil SawhneyHead of Sustainability, RICS
I worked with Cristina during my time at UCL Bartlett for several years, where she delivered lectures and keynotes, and collaborated on research ideas on digital twins. Cristina is very knowledgeable and passionate about industry change. She combines academic rigour with industry expertise, translating complex digital transformation concepts into clear, actionable insights that consistently deliver lasting impact.
Eleni PapadonikolakiAssociate Professor, UCL Bartlett
I had the pleasure of working with Cristina during our collaboration at the University of Hong Kong, where we focused on advancing education in the digital management of built assets. Cristina contributed as a guest speaker and lecturer, and her involvement was both impactful and inspiring. I highly recommend her for any academic or professional endeavour related to digital innovation in the built environment.
Shoeb MemonAssistant Professor of Construction Management, The University of Hong Kong
Cristina taught two courses at the University of Hong Kong tackling critical challenges in construction. With clarity and insight, she guided me step by step. Her industry expertise and tailored career advice went beyond academics, shaping both my learning approach and professional trajectory.
Bin (Bruce) ChenStudent, The University of Hong Kong
Cristina Savian is an inspiring educator whose passion and genuine care make learning both engaging and rewarding. She challenges students to think critically while offering unwavering support, a rare combination that leaves a lasting impact and lasting gratitude.
Chunxiao YangStudent, The University of Hong Kong

Services

Independent advisory. We advise and build the business case. We do not sell software or implement it, so our only interest is the decision that is right for you.

For design and engineering firms, asset owners, developers and consultancies

For technology companies and investors

Education and thought leadership

Who we work with: Design and engineering firms, Asset owners and developers, Consultancies, Contractors, Government and infrastructure, Facility management, Construction and property technology companies, Investors, Universities and professional bodies.

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