What Benetics AI is All About

You know what we do. Now learn why we do what we do, and meet the people who make it happen.
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Our product

The Power of the Right Tools

Ever tried driving a nail into the wall without a hammer? Then you know how crucial the right tools are.
We believe that software like ours should be just as essential on every construction site. From project managers to foremen to apprentices, our users save up to an hour per day.

That’s a productivity increase of over 12%.

Goals

Our 2026 Ambitions

Time savings per user per day: 1.5 hours
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66%
100%
Currently 66% achieved / 1 hour
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Benetics AI usage in: 8 countries
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75%
100%
Currently in 6 countries / 75% achieved
Germany
Austria
Switzerland
Spain
USA
France
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Customer satisfaction: 10 out of 10
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92%
100%
Currently at 9.2
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Number of trades using Benetics AI: 10
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70%
100%
Electricians
HVAC
Plumbers
Painters/Plasterers
Carpenters
Fireproofing
Tilers
Site Management
Masons
others
Goals

Our 2025 Ambitions

Time savings per user per day: 1.5 hours
0%
66%
100%
Currently 66% achieved / 1 hour
Learn more on our blog
Benetics AI usage in: 8 countries
0%
75%
100%
Currently in 6 countries / 75% achieved
Austria
France
Germany
Spain
Switzerland
USA
Learn more on our blog
Customer satisfaction: 10 out of 10
0%
92%
100%
Currently at 9.2
Learn more on our blog
Number of trades using Benetics AI: 10
0%
100%
Electricians
HVAC
Plumbers
Painters/Plasterers
Carpenters
Fireproofing
Tilers
Site management
Masons
others
Learn more on our blog
Our Story

Building the Future

In July 2022, Ferdinand, Aaron, and Johan founded Benetics AI in Zurich. Their mission: transform construction with digital solutions. Ferdinand brought practical skills as an electrician, while Aaron and Johan had 15 years at Google in AI, big data, and scalable infrastructure. We’ve achieved a lot since then, but we’re just getting started. Our vision: better working environments, efficient resource use, and higher productivity in the construction industry.
July 2022

Benetics AG founded in Zurich

Three men standing side by side for a portrait
January 2023

Launch of the first mobile app prototype (plans, task management, photos, chat)

Hand holding a smartphone with a message list
March 2023

Introduction of the first AI feature (chat logs)

Smartphone with voice assistant illustration and tools
April 2023

Start of the first strategic development partnership with Bernauer AG

Three men taking a selfie in a technical room
July 2023

Hiring of the tenth employee

Portrait of a smiling woman in front of code on a monitor
November 2023

Move to the new office on Beethovenstrasse in Zurich

Benetics sign on a building facade
December 2023

Launch of the Benetics web app

Laptop and smartphone showing a digital construction plan
January 2024

First major media coverage by NZZ / Neue Zürcher Zeitung

Newspaper, coffee and Benetics mug on a table
January 2024

First customer reaches 1,000 database entries (tasks)

Large 1K number on a construction platform with miniature workers
February 2024

Launch of the sales organization in North America

American and Canadian flags
February 2024

Introduction of customizable reports and forms (incl time and material reports)

Benetics forms and reports interface on a screen
March 2024

Go-live of the “Offline Mode” of the Benetics mobile app for use without reception

Social media post with construction photo and app screenshot
April 2024

Comprehensive expansion of chat functionalities in (mobile and web app)

Illustration of a person at a laptop with chat messages
May 2024

Introduction of the Benetics voice assistant with AI and ChatGPT/OpenAI (beta version):

Smartphone with microphone over a construction site illustration
May 2024

First customer in Spain: Benetics is now used in 4 countries

Viva España lettering on a white background
June 2024

The new export feature allows tasks to be shared as clear PDF files with external partners

Yellow sharing symbol on a dark background
July 2024

Introduction of “Labels” for a quick overview of tasks and plans in large construction projects

Dark user interface with colored plan labels
August 2024

New “Measure in Plans” feature directly on your mobile

Digital measuring graphic on a dark background
September 2024

Expansion of reports, measurements, and logs – now with tables and customizable fields

Illustration of a document, gear and tools
November 2024

Expansion of the voice assistant for site management: Deficiency management via voice input

Construction worker in a hard hat using a tablet
January 2025

Launch of the referral program: Attractive rewards for customer referrals

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February 2025

Over 100 customers use Benetics: The team celebrates this milestone

Golden 100 balloons with confetti
April 2025

Add your own company logo in Benetics

Logo and branding sketch on paper
May 2025

Benetics wins the HeroCon Startup Pitch

Two people holding a 5,000 euro prize on stage
June 2025

Share tasks with external partners via public link

Benetics sharing graphic with connected symbols
July 2025

Germany’s leading newspaper F.A.Z. reports on Benetics at the 2nd AI Conference

Man speaking at a conference podium
August 2025

200 companies now use Benetics – 200 reasons to celebrate!

Golden number 200 with confetti
October 2025

Plans are automatically tagged with the right labels – powered by AI

Gear icon over a construction plan
December 2025

Expansion of the REST API and new connectors for Make.com and Zapier

Benetics API graphic with Zapier and Make logos
January 2026

World premiere: The first automatic detection of construction plans in emails

Construction worker using a smartphone beside Outlook and AI icons
February 2026

Over 300 companies build with Benetics AI. Thank you, each and every one of you.

Large number 300 made of rebar in front of a concrete wall
June 2026

Ben sees the light of day. The AI agent for the jobsite.

Cracked eggshell with Ben logo on a construction site
Looking ahead
Q3:
  • “Benetics AI Email Assistant”: Beta test with development partners
  • Expanded notifications functionality
Q4:
  • New photo features for construction documentation
  • Additional AI applications focusing on smart agents
This is just a part of topics we are currently intensely working on with construction companies. Thank you to our partners.
Our Team

Brains and Builders

Meet the team that makes Benetics AI happen.

Core Team

Ferdinand Metzler, Co-Founder, CEO

Ferdinand Metzler

Co-Founder, CEO
ferdinand@benetics.io
Dr. Aaron Shon, Co-Founder, CSO

Dr. Aaron Shon

Co-Founder, CSO
aaron@benetics.io
Johan Tibell, Co-Founder, CTO

Johan Tibell

Co-Founder, CTO
johan@benetics.io
Tobias Händler, CMO

Tobias Händler

CMO
tobias@benetics.io
Dr. Algis Rudys, Software Engineer

Dr. Algis Rudys

Software Engineer
Anastasiya Novoseletska, VP Sales Switzerland, Austria

Anastasiya Novoseletska

VP Sales Switzerland, Austria
anastasiya@benetics.ai
Antonio Thurnher, Head of Client, VP Sales Europe

Antonio Thurnher

Head of Client, VP Sales Europe
antonio@benetics.io
Ben Nicolai, Sales Schweiz

Ben Nicolai

Sales Switzerland
ben@benetics.ai
Carla Egg, UX & Product Design

Carla Egg

UX & Product Design
Dominic Flohr, VP Sales Germany

Dominic Flohr

VP Sales Germany
dominic@benetics.io
Etienne Robert, VP Sales France

Etienne Robert

VP Sales France
etienne@benetics.io
Galia Peycheva, Software Engineer

Galia Peycheva

Software Engineer
Katharina Walter, Head of Partnerships

Katharina Walter

Head of Partnerships
katharina@benetics.ai
Jason Tooker, VP Sales North America

Jason Tooker

VP Sales North America
jason@benetics.io
Julia Knauf, Head of Growth & GTM

Julia Knauf

Head of Growth & GTM
julia@benetics.ai
Julius Willems, Software Engineer

Julius Willems

Software Engineer
Lea Pietsch, Sales Deutschland

Lea Pietsch

Sales Germany
lea@benetics.ai
Michael Bayerle, Software Engineer

Michael Bayerle

Software Engineer
Natalie Wischer, Customer Success

Natalie Wischer

Customer Success
natalie@benetics.ai
Pierre Toussing, Software Engineer

Pierre Toussing

Software Engineer
Dr. Richard Ekwall, Software Engineer

Dr. Richard Ekwall

Software Engineer
Severin Münger, Software Engineer

Severin Münger

Software Engineer
Tilke Judd, Head of Product

Tilke Judd

Head of Product
tilke@benetics.ai

Advisory Board

Stefan Fleischli

Landis Bau AG
,
Zug, Switzerland

Colin Jäger

AMCF AG
,
Winterthur, Switzerland

Björn Wohlgemuth

Bernauer AG
,
Stäfa, Switzerland

Want to Join the Team?

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Locations

Where to Find Us

Zurich, Switzerland (HQ)

Konradstrasse 32, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland
For more information, media inquiries, or any comments, we’d love to hear from you. Write to us or give us a call.

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