Business
Established in 1998, BCI Central was founded to create efficiencies and enhance transparency in the intrinsically complex construction industry. Our software solutions, inclusive of LeadManager, and related services achieve this while simultaneously enabling our clients to identify sales opportunities, make informed decisions and connect with key target markets.
BCI Central is part of Hubexo, formerly known as Byggfakta Group, which provides cutting-edge data, insights, and software solutions to the global construction industry. Founded in Sweden in 1936, Hubexo specializes in project information, eTendering, product information, market intelligence, and specification.
With operations in more than 20 countries and a workforce of 2,500 employees, Hubexo helps its customers sell more efficiently, build sustainably, and lead the future of construction innovation.
Hubexo is owned by a private equity consortium of Stirling Square Capital Partners, TA Associates and Macquarie Capital. Dario Aganovic was appointed CEO in 2022.
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Journey
Let's go back to where it all began.
Over 20 years ago, our founder Matthias Krups envisioned a perfectly efficient, sustainable and inclusive global construction market.
Today, we’re proud to be active contributors in making the building industry a better place. Here’s our story.
Hello world
mail, BCI was born with the establishment of a project leads service
across Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines
Aussie Aussie Aussie!
along the east and west coasts
Launch of
LeadManager with live construction project
information and CRM capabilities
Our core values
we formalise our three core values of
Boldness, Commitment and Integrity
Launch of the Top 10 Awards
our inaugural Top 10 Awards to
acknowledge leading design and development firms
Acquisition of Omni-Quant
documents and plans. Omni-Quant services are later absorbed by
NGOs with building projects to other key stakeholders who are willing
to help
Acquisition of Architectural Information Services (AIS)
through in-house presentations and
Introduction of Kindness Days
days off every year to work at a charity of their choice
Launch of in Asia
across to the Asian market
ACQUISITION OF
of highly regarded digital and print
publications,
awards and events joins the BCI family
Party time!
The first BCI Build
team members across the Asia-Pacific coming together to build a house
for a family in need in Indonesia
Acquisition of Bluprin
professional community – Bluprin, an architectural product,
project and professional platform headquartered in Indonesia. This
platform later becomes
procurement management systems join the BCI family
Acquisition of Planned Grocery
helpful’ solution, USA-based location data and geospatial
technology firm joins forces with BCI. This technology later inspires
, a respected New Zealand organisation driving efficiency in the construction industry through its building tender portal.
Hubexo unifies Asia Pacific operations
Fast-forward!
Offices
Leaders
Management
Since starting at BCI Media Group in 2008, Ashleigh has gained a wealth of experience in both the architectural and construction industries, having worked in roles as diverse as Information Researcher, Sales Manager, and Learning and Development Manager.
Ashleigh joined Architectural Information Services (AIS) in 2014 following the acquisition of AIS by BCI Media Group. Working as a liaison between AIS and BCI Media Group, Ashleigh was instrumental in the integration of the two businesses. In July 2016, she was appointed General Manager of AIS, taking responsibility for all business operations across Australia and launching the business into the New Zealand market. In 2019, Ashleigh spearheaded the launch of Archify in the ANZ market and has been a key contributor to the platform’s ongoing development and expansion across the Asia-Pacific.
Ashleigh joined the Executive Board of BCI in 2019 when she was promoted to Chief Operating Officer – Australia & New Zealand. Ashleigh holds a bachelor’s degree in Media and Communication from the University of Wollongong.
Nikhil Roy joined BCI in 2001, in the formative years of the business, as a Developer in the Singapore office. He was appointed IT Manager in 2002 where he was responsible for the management of BCI’s internal IT systems. Nikhil was instrumental in the development and launch of BCI’s proprietary software systems in Australia.
Relocating to Sydney in 2005, Nikhil established the local Australian IT team and coordinated the development of new products, improvements, and features. He has since moved into a group-wide management position, overseeing all development, support, and infrastructure as the head of the Regional IT department.
Nikhil has a Bachelor of Engineering specialising in computing from the University of Mumbai along with over 20 years of experience in web development. Prior to joining BCI, he held various roles working on high-profile websites in India, for the Times Group, and
Nana Sulina was appointed as the Group Subscription Manager for BCI Media Group in 2020. Since 2011, Nana was the Regional Administration Manager and the Singapore Office Manager. Nana was responsible for implementing any day-to-day activities and policies that would improve the operational efficiency of the Singapore office.
Following her graduation from the William Blue College of Hospitality Management in Sydney with a Diploma in American Hospitality Management, Nana was a Director’s Personal Assistant and worked for several international chain hotels. Nana joined BCI in 2004 as an Administration Assistant.
New Zealand Team
Since starting at BCI Media Group in 2008, Ashleigh has gained a wealth of experience in both the architectural and construction industries, having worked in roles as diverse as Information Researcher, Sales Manager, and Learning and Development Manager.
Ashleigh joined Architectural Information Services (AIS) in 2014 following the acquisition of AIS by BCI Media Group. Working as a liaison between AIS and BCI Media Group, Ashleigh was instrumental in the integration of the two businesses. In July 2016, she was appointed General Manager of AIS, taking responsibility for all business operations across Australia and launching the business into the New Zealand market. In 2019, Ashleigh spearheaded the launch of Archify in the ANZ market and has been a key contributor to the platform’s ongoing development and expansion across the Asia-Pacific.
Ashleigh joined the Executive Board of BCI in 2019 when she was promoted to Chief Operating Officer – Australia & New Zealand. Ashleigh holds a bachelor’s degree in Media and Communication from the University of Wollongong.
Nikhil Roy joined BCI in 2001, in the formative years of the business, as a Developer in the Singapore office. He was appointed IT Manager in 2002 where he was responsible for the management of BCI’s internal IT systems. Nikhil was instrumental in the development and launch of BCI’s proprietary software systems in Australia.
Relocating to Sydney in 2005, Nikhil established the local Australian IT team and coordinated the development of new products, improvements, and features. He has since moved into a group-wide management position, overseeing all development, support, and infrastructure as the head of the Regional IT department.
Nikhil has a Bachelor of Engineering specialising in computing from the University of Mumbai along with over 20 years of experience in web development. Prior to joining BCI, he held various roles working on high-profile websites in India, for the Times Group, and in Singapore, for the Singapore Stock Exchange.
Nana Sulina was appointed as the Group Subscription Manager for BCI Media Group in 2020. Since 2011, Nana was the Regional Administration Manager and the Singapore Office Manager. Nana was responsible for implementing any day-to-day activities and policies that would improve the operational efficiency of the Singapore office.
Following her graduation from the William Blue College of Hospitality Management in Sydney with a Diploma in American Hospitality Management, Nana was a Director’s Personal Assistant and worked for several international chain hotels. Nana joined BCI in 2004 as an Administration Assistant.
Sharmaine was appointed as Regional Sales Director in 2010. In this role she is responsible for managing the sales efforts, initiatives, and sales policies across all the countries and regions within BCI Asia.
Another of the company’s long-term employees, Sharmaine joined BCI Asia in 2000 as a Business Development Executive. Previously she worked with a well-established local interior design firm in a business development capacity.
Sharmaine holds a diploma from the prestigious international association, the Chartered Institute of Marketing—based in the UK, this now boasts a membership of over 40 000 professional marketers worldwide.
Sally Kheng was appointed to the position of Regional Director – Cross Media Division in 2017. ?In her current role, she is responsible for managing sales efforts, account management, new initiatives, and successful events execution in Asia.
Sally began her career with BCI Asia in 2002. In 2010, Sally became the Regional Research Director – Asia, motivating the research teams to achieve and then exceed desired quantitative and qualitative performances.
Prior to BCI Asia, Sally worked with local developers specialising in residential project marketing. She also worked with Chesterton International, sealing several high-profile investment sales.
Sally attended the University of NSW where she gained a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in economics and marketing. She was awarded a Diploma in Building Management from Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore.
Elaine Wai was appointed General Manager for Hong Kong in 2006 and is responsible for managing all business operations within the country. In her role, Elaine is in charge of achieving budgeted levels of revenue and profitability and building a workplace culture consistent with our corporate values of Boldness, Commitment and Integrity.
She graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Arts on the Dean’s List with First Prize award for her final-year project.?Elaine takes pride in the fact that BCI is only her second employer!?Between graduating and commencing work with BCI as a Client Liaison Consultant, she worked for six months as an Operations Trainee in the telecommunications industry.
