Are robots the future of infrastructure safety? This startup's journey might surprise you.

In this episode of Bricks and Bytes, Gabriele got a chance to interview Troy Demmer, co-founder of Gecko Robotics.

We learned about Troy's journey from healthcare to robotics, the challenges of building hardware startups, and how Gecko is transforming infrastructure maintenance for both private and public sectors... and many more!

Tune in to find out about:

✅ How Gecko's robots collect 10 million data points in a day vs. 10,000 manually in a week

✅ The importance of finding the right early customers for hardware startups

✅ Navigating the complexities of government contracts and public sector work

✅ Why selling outcomes as a service can be a game-changer for robotics companies

For those who are new, BitBuilders is all about diving deep into the world of construction robotics and the innovators shaping the future of the built environment.

Note: This episode is a Re-Release from BitBuilders

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BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. 

00:00 Intro to the Episode and Our Sponsors 02:00 Introduction and Background 04:12 Understanding the Built World and Asset Life Cycle 07:47 Focus on Power Boilers and Expansion to Other Structures 15:11 Delivering a Service for Asset Health Clarity 23:52 Selling a Comprehensive Health Map of Assets 25:04 Granular Data and Actionable Maps for Asset Health 27:08 Robotic Inspections and Gathering Data While Assets are Online 28:36 Data-Driven Decision-Making for Asset Lifecycle Management 29:28 Meeting Customer Needs for Novel Inspection Methods 31:14 Using Tech Stack for Future Planning and Thoughtful Decision-Making 32:42 Gecko Robotics' Small but Mighty Fleet of Robots 34:43 Supply Chain Resilience and Lessons Learned in Manufacturing Robotics 37:33 Gecko Robotics' Entry into the Public Sector and Focus on Critical Infrastructure 41:34 Working with the US Navy to Improve Ship Maintenance and Construction 48:21 Challenges of Navigating Bureaucracy in the Public Sector 50:11 Advice for Founders in the Built World: Prioritize Customer Problem-Solving

"Go slow to go fast" - The counterintuitive advice for startups in construction tech

In this episode, we had Scott Ellison share insights on the future of construction technology. We learned about balancing disruption with respect in an age-old industry, the importance of problem-led growth, and why the "jockey" matters more than the "horse" in early-stage investing.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ The "respect to disrupt ratio" in construction innovation

✅ Adapting product-led growth for the built world

✅ Evolving talent attraction in construction

✅ The power of the "empathy muscle" for entrepreneurs

Listen on Spotify to gain a fresh perspective on navigating the exciting world of construction tech startups.

Note: This is a re-release of an episode originally published in 2023

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BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed.

Are SaaS pricing models doomed in construction tech? Mike Powers thinks so.

In this episode, we had Mike Powers, founder of BuildVision, and we got to learn about his contrarian take on SaaS pricing in construction, the challenges of selling to the industry, and his vision for revolutionizing procurement in mechanical and electrical equipment... and many more!

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Why BuildVision avoids traditional SaaS pricing

✅ The importance of providing tangible value to construction clients

✅ Strategies for penetrating large organizations as a startup

✅ Mike's views on AI's impact on construction in the next 5-10 years

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Timestamps:

(00:00 - 07:04) - Intro

(04:34 - 07:04) - What helped Mike Build BuildVision

(07:04 - 11:34) - Understanding Vision of BuildVision

(11:34 - 18:28) - Pricing Structure That Successful Startups Follow In Construction

(18:28 - 25:10) - Mike’s Take On The Use Of AI In Construction

(25:10 - 31:26) - How BuildVision Differentiates From Its Competitors

(31:26 - 38:57) - Struggles While Managing To FundRaise For BuildVision

(38:57 - 44:27) - How VCs Work With Team

(44:27 - 52:54) - Mike’s Advice For People Who Want To Master Sales

(52:54 - 01:05:12) - How Mike Made Transition From Sales To A Founder

(01:05:12 - 01:05:52) - Outro

How do we simplify material procurement in construction?

In this episode, we talk with Eric Helitzer, CEO of Subbase.

Eric discusses his transition from traditional construction to construction technology and his approach to streamlining construction procurement.

We cover important topics such as:

• The significance of understanding problems to develop effective tech solutions
• Tips for validating ideas before investing time and resources
• How to encourage a culture that supports innovation and technology adoption
• Integrating technology into existing workflows without disrupting processes

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Eric Helitzer | Founder & CEO of SubBase

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Timestamps:

00:00 - 00:55 Pre-Intro

00:56 - 01:48 Owen's Intro

01:49 - 2:06 Sponsor

02:24 - Main podcast starts

04:09 - "You have to be on job site to understand what it physically looks like and what it physically feels like to work in construction."

04:34 - Story of Eric

06:10 - 2008 to 2014 career

06:38 - Procore Software

09:11 - "Subbase was born"

10:30 - Partnering to someone with no experience in construction

11:48 - A tool that enhance workflow

13:00 - About Subbase

14:00 - Complexities in process

15:00 - Streamlining the experience

19:06 - Raised first official round of funding

20:30 - Subbase becoming end-to-end solution

21:00 - 5 to 10 year vision

22:46 - "if you were to build a startup in construction tech, where would you start?"

24:00 - Amount of rejection you are going to receive

30:32 - You have to iterate very quickly

32:00 - No one has a clear playbook

35:20 - Other trends worth pursuing

38:00 - Strengthen relationship by providing better user experience

40:46 - "Any thoughts on how people incorporate technology into existing workflows?"

45:45 - Hobbies of Eric

47:00 - " if I wasn't working in construction"

48:05 - Where people can find out about Eric

🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of Bricks and Bytes!

In this episode, we chat with Matthew Byrd - a great speaker and founder of Reality Capture about his journey in construction, technology and how he got involved in laser scanning and how it transformed his career path. 

We also discuss:

• potential of RealityCapture for creating digital replicas of physical assets and sites
• benefits of this technology and the opportunities it presents for different industries
• digital twins, 3D models and their future in construction industry.

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Matthew Byrd | Founder of Reality Capture | Podcast & Conference Host | Speaker

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:23 - Intro

00:01:23 --> 00:02:05 - Sponsor

00:02:05 --> 00:06:15 - Matthew's background and involvement in Reality Capture

00:06:15 --> 00:11:20 - Adaption of Reality Capture in the construction industry

00:11:20 --> 00:15:45 - Discussion of iPhone's LiDAR technology and its potential uses in scanning

00:15:45 --> 00:19:20 - Explanation of laser scanning and its benefits

00:19:20 --> 00:23:53 - 3D modeling, digital twins and their potential applications in different industries

00:23:53 --> 00:27:50 - Matthew’s tips on how to get started in laser scanning

00:27:50 --> 00:32:47 - Potential use of digital twins in construction industry

00:32:47 --> 00:34:55 - Lack of awareness about a certain service as a difficulty in its adaptation

00:34:55 --> 00:36:26 - Differences in development of software versus hardware

00:36:26 --> 00:40:25 - Matthew’s history on how the technology changed his career path

00:40:25 --> 00:42:00 - Reality Capture Network events and community 

00:42:00 --> 00:43:40- Reality Capture during construction and the potential for growth in the industry

00:43:40 --> 00:46:55 - Matthew’s great communication skills and who has inspired him 

00:46:55 --> 00:48:16 - Variety of projects Matthew has worked on

00:48:16 --> 00:49:30 - More about Matthew 

00:49:30 --> 00:49:48 - Outro

Innovation and Integration, Construction Tech & The Future.

On today's podcast, we have construction tech expert Eveart Foster.

Eveart is currently the Subject Matter Expert at Autodesk, following an exciting past in design, product management and technology adoption.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Who you *should* be selling to as a company in construction tech
• The transformational potential of generative AI in construction
• Gamification, and what it means for future generations
• The future of AutoDesk Construction Cloud

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Eveart Foster Integrations Subject Matter Expert at Autodesk | President of Associates Board at WITS

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Timestamps:

(0:00:00-0:01:07) - Intro

(0:01:07-0:10:31) - Exploring the Journey of Eva's Digital Transformation in Construction Technology"

(0:10:31-0:14:55) - The people who use Alterdesk have to pay?

(0:14:55-0:17:37) - How does technology adoption has changed and how the future looks like?

(0:17:37-0:24:07) - What are the challenges that business face?

(0:24:07-0:35:15) - Improvement and driving of technology

(0:35:15-0:39:39) - What happens if you don't change your technology?

(0:39:39-0:43:30) - What is construction acquisition?

(0:43:30-0:53:24) - How conversational AI will help in 10 to 15 years?

(0:53:24-0:56:22) - How to stay curious?

(0:56:22-0:56:40) - Outro

Excited to share this brilliant and latest episode of the Bricks and Bytes Podcast, where we take a deep dive into the world of construction, technology, and business.

In this episode, Scott Ellison, a strategy consultant, talks about his personal connection to the construction industry and his journey to becoming an advisor and investor in tech companies. Here are some of the highlights:

⁃ How Scott's personal connection to the construction industry started with his uncles, who were general contractors, and his job working in a hardware store.

⁃ The impact of the ubiquity of smartphones, cloud, and SaaS on the construction industry and how it has led to a slower but steady shift towards digitisation.

⁃ The importance of software infrastructure in construction tech and how it needs to be laid down first before we can fully appreciate the benefits of new ways of capturing information.

⁃ Go-to-market strategies, such as product-led growth that have created value in certain sector.

Tune in to the episode to learn more about Scott's insights and his thoughts on the future of the construction industry!

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Scott Ellison - Investor | Advisor | Judge | Mentor

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:05 - Intro

00:01:05 --> 00:01:45 - Sponsor

00:01:45 --> 00:03:33 - Scott's background and personal connection to the construction industry

00:03:33 --> 00:04:26 - The impact of technology on the construction industry

00:04:26 --> 0006:38 - The importance of software infrastructure in construction tech

00:06:38 --> 00:08:12 - The challenge of data islands and pockets in the construction industry

00:08:12 --> 00:10:40 - Go-to-market strategies in built tech, and how it can make or break a startup

00:10:40 --> 00:13:06 - Table stakes in the game of building a successful startup

00:13:06 --> 00:14:35 - Playbook in construction tech 

00:14:35 --> 00:20:30 - Introduction to the concept of Product-Led Growth (PLG) 

00:20:30 --> 00:24:25 - The unique dynamics of construction industry

00:24:25 --> 00:26:04 - The concept of respect to disrupt ratio

00:26:04 --> 00:27:17 - Setting up a strategy for a startup 

00:27:17 --> 00:32:35 - The challenges faced by people from outside and inside the industry when introducing change

00:32:35 --> 00:34:52 - Key metrics in early-stage investing 

00:34:52 --> 00:37:41 - Individual (jockey) over the idea (horse) in early-stage investing

00:37:41 --> 00:39:15 - Exciting ideas and technologies in construction tech 

00:39:15 --> 00:41:02 - Scott's advice to companies in the construction tech on hiring, firing, marketing and finance 

00:41:02 --> 00:42:25 - The student debt crisis in the US and how it impacts the construction industry's ability to attract top talent

00:42:25 --> 00:44:43 - Robotics and technology changing the construction industry workforce

00:44:52 --> 00:46:36 - Thoughts on hot trends in construction industry 

00:46:36 --> 00:48:55 - Scott's passions

00:48:55 --> 00:49:37 - Top skill for entrepreneurs

00:49:37 --> 00:50:10 - More information about Scott 

00:50:10 --> 00:50:28 - Outro 

What is academia's role in ensuring the industry is fit for the future?

On today's podcast, we have John Orr - Professor of Structural Engineering At Cambridge University.

As a top-tier university ranked in the world's top 5, Cambridge is a powerhouse of knowledge, and we are privileged to have John share his expertise with us.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why interdisciplinary education can help solve complex problems
• The future of design for structures
• Collaboration and its importance in both innovation and climate change
• How to become a Cambridge University Professor

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John Orr

Professor of Structural Engineering. Chartered engineer, academic, industrial consultant in embodied carbon. Aiming to transform real estate and construction.

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:01:50) - An Exciting Introduction and a Word from Our Sponsor

(00:01:50-00:03:46) - From PhD to Cambridge Professor: John Orr's Journey in Structural Engineering

(00:03:46-00:04:42) - Why Now is the Perfect Time to Be in Structural Engineering

(00:04:42-00:06:51) - What Makes Cambridge-Trained Engineers Stand Out from the Rest?

(00:06:51-00:09:42) - How to Make Structural Engineering More Attractive and Accessible

(00:09:42-00:11:31) - The Role of Structural Engineering in Reducing Carbon Emissions

(00:11:31-00:13:12) - Strategies to Improve Structural Engineering's Sustainability Impact

(00:13:12-00:17:46) - Tackling the Thorny Issue of PI Insurance in Structural Engineering

(00:17:46-00:19:45) - A Glimpse into the Future of Construction

(00:19:45-00:23:25) - The Revolutionary ACORN Project and its Integration with Robotics

(00:23:25-00:24:52) - Predicting the Most Significant Developments in Structural Engineering's Future

(00:24:52-00:26:19) - John Orr's Vision for the Future of Construction

(00:26:19-00:27:34) - Balancing Academia and Practical Applications in Structural Engineering

(00:27:34-00:29:32) - Understanding the Impact of Part Z in Structural Engineering

(00:29:32-00:30:04) - Insights into the Fascinating Work of Part Z

(00:30:04-00:31:23) - The Potential Effects of Part Z on Structural Engineering

(00:31:23-00:32:15) - John Orr's Key Message on Structural Engineering's Role in Building a Sustainable Future

(00:32:15-00:34:15) - Navigating the Intersection of Individual Action and Regulatory Frameworks

(00:34:15-00:38:11) - How to Become a Cambridge Professor in Structural Engineering

(00:38:11-00:39:07) - John Orr's Diverse Range of Hobbies and Interests

(00:39:07-00:39:31) - Get to Know John Orr a Little Better

(00:39:31-00:39:48) - A Memorable Outro and Final Thoughts.

On today's show we have Sankha Deep who is the founder and product lead at Lattice - construction supply chain visibility platform. 

In this episode, we talk about:

• supply chain issues
• implementation of construction technology
• good and bad software  
• new business models.

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Sankha Deep | Founder and product lead at Lattice

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:08 - Intro

00:01:08 --> 00:01:51 - Sponsor

00:01:51 --> 00:07:13 - Differences and similarities in the tech scene between the UK and India 

00:07:13 --> 00:09:33 - Introducing Lattice

00:09:33 --> 00:12:11 - Software implementation in construction technology

00:12:11 --> 00:14:12 - Picking a software suitable for your business’s needs

00:14:12 --> 00:18:10 - Core problems that Lattice solves 

00:18:10 --> 00:23:39 - Business model as a service

00:23:39 --> 00:25:07- Lessons that construction industry can learn from other industries

00:25:07 --> 00:26:31 - Sankha’s experience in fintech 

00:26:31 --> 00:28:15 - Cost differences in fintech and construction industry 

00:28:15 --> 00:30:48 - Ways of preventing founders from creating a bad software

00:30:48 --> 00:32:11 - Secret source for a sucessulf business 

00:32:11 --> 00:33:31 -  Sankha’s usual day 

00:33:31 --> 00:34:12 - Book recommendation

00:34:12 --> 00:36:54 - Number one productivity hack 

00:36:54 --> 00:38:45 - Our book recommendation

00:38:45 --> 00:39:43 - Our top podcast guests 

00:39:43 --> 00:40:18 - More about Sankha

00:40:18 --> 00:40:36 - Outro

Why do construction (tech) companies fail?

On today's podcast, we have Stephen Poppe, ConTech Advisor and Customer Success Leader.

Stephen is currently the Manager for Research & Development at HITT Contracting and Executive Partner at Blue Collar Capital

In this episode, we discuss:

• Where people go wrong with construction tech & why companies fail
• Considerations when investing in construction tech companies
• Implementation and strategies for Main Contractors
• Stephen's terrible taste in football (soccer) team

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Stephen Poppe

R&D | Contech Advisor | Customer Success Leader | Construction Professional | Lean Practitioner(ish)

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:01:57) - Intro and Sponsor

(00:01:57-00:04:13) - Why did Stephen choose Contech? 

(00:04:13-00:06:02) - What are people not getting right with technology?

(00:06:02-00:07:55) - Should construction companies focus on the management process?

(00:07:55-00:10:34) - Why does a company fail in Contech?

(00:10:34-00:12:43) - What is the lean startup methodology?

(00:12:43-00:14:08) - What is important when investing in a company as a capital allocator?

(00:14:08-00:16:55) - What are the initial problems that a startup face? 

(00:16:55-00:18:23) - What is HITT? 

(00:18:23-00:21:28) - Labor shortage

(00:21:28-00:22:42) - Is there something else that we should focus on except technology? 

(00:22:42-00:24:23) - Future of tech

(00:24:23-00:27:38) - How can we get the basics right?

(00:27:38-00:31:17) - Trends in construction tech

(00:31:17-00:33:49) - VC doesn’t like 100-million-dollar ideas?

(00:33:49-00:35:48) - Book recommendations

(00:35:48-00:36:37) - Hobbies

(00:36:37-00:36:51) - More about Stephen

(00:36:51-00:37:09) - Outro

Our today's guest is Josh Graham - CEO of tech company EHAB, which uses advanced weather modelling and impact analysis to help construction companies de-risk critical infrastructure projects. 

In this episode we talk about:

- Josh's journey of setting up EHAB

- key lessons learnt when creating his startup 

- real use cases of blockchain and smart contracts in construction industry.

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Josh Graham | CEO of EHAB and CVC (Climate Venture Collective)

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:13 - Intro

00:01:13 --> 00:01:57 - Sponsor

00:01:57 --> 00:03:29 - Josh’s history of creating EHAB 

00:03:29 --> 00:05:08 - Problems in creating sustainable property development company

00:05:08 --> 00:07:13 - Opportunities in sustainable property development 

00:07:13 --> 00:07:38 - Does EHAB stand for something?

00:07:38 --> 00:10:10 - Process of identifying weather as a problem to tackle 

00:10:10 --> 00:16:00 - Changes that EHAB makes in weather forecasting 

00:16:00 --> 00:17:01 - Accuracy of forecast data 

00:17:01 --> 00:20:05 - Key lessons learned in Josh’s journey 

00:20:05 --> 00:22:06 - Future plans for EHAB

00:22:06 --> 00:23:02 - Project types that can benefit from EHAB

00:23:02 --> 00:24:44 - More about Climate Venture Collective 

00:24:44 --> 00:30:01- Blockchain technology and its impact on construction industry 

00:30:01 --> 00:33:54 - Smart contracts agreements 

00:33:54 --> 00:35:04 - Josh’s regular day 

00:35:04 --> 00:35:35 - What would you do with unlimited budget?

00:35:35 --> 00:36:18 - Book recommendation

00:36:18 --> 00:36:58 - More about Josh

00:36:58 --> 00:37:20 - Outro

How do you get your customers to fall in love with your brand?

On today's podcast we have Delia Visan, a master, influencer and advocate in the world of customer success.

Delia is currently the head of Customer Success at Bright Spaces and is one of the top 25 CS Leaders of 2023.

Getting existing customers to spend more is far easier than obtaining new customers. And in this episode we chat about how CS can result in improved customer retention and a higher customer lifetime value.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why customer success is important and why startups NEED it
• How small businesses can integrate customer success into their operations
• Current and future trends in customer success
• How to learn (and dream in) new languages 

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Delia Visan

Head of Customer Success @Bright Spaces || 25 Most Creative CS Leaders of 2023 by EverAfter || 2022 Top Influencers in the CS Space by Custify

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Timestamps:
(00:00:00-00:02:01) - Intro 

(00:02:01-00:04:06) - Tech world in Romania  

(00:04:06-00:04:56) - Is Romania exporting tech outside? 

(00:04:56-00:05:42) - Are tech teams based in Romania?

(00:05:42-00:07:18) - When did you discover customer success and what did you love about it?

(00:07:18-00:08:02) - Is customer success different in proptech then the other industry?

(00:08:02-00:08:54) - What is customer success?

(00:08:54-00:10:27) - What is the checklist for customer success?

(00:10:27-00:11:59) - From where the customer success starts?

(00:11:59-00:13:47) - Customer success implementations

(00:13:47-00:15:18) - When should companies implement customer success?

(00:15:18-00:17:21) - Customer obsession and customer is not always right

(00:17:21-00:20:07) - What is bright spaces?

(00:20:07-00:21:54) - Customer success with lease owner

(00:21:54-00:22:04) - Is bright spaces designed for Romanian market?

(00:22:04-00:23:42) - Future plans

(00:23:42-00:24:34) - Delia other passion

(00:24:34-00:26:18) - What are some future trends you see right now?

(00:26:18-00:27:51) - Segmentation of the customers

(00:27:51-00:29:12) - Should startup approach customer success differently then other businesses?

(00:29:12-00:30:13) - Customer satisfaction

(00:30:13-00:32:14) - How to deal with customer that you don't like?

(00:32:14-00:33:34) - Simple thing to do for customer success

(00:33:34-00:37:00) - Delia is multilingual

(00:37:00-00:37:42) - Books or resources

(00:37:42-00:38:28) - Course

(00:38:28-00:38:51) - More about Delia

(00:38:51-00:39:16) - Outro

On today's show we have Jefferson Sanchez - Co-Founder & COO of Revonate.

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Revenue acceleration for house remodellers
• Web3
• AI
• Platform revolution in construction.

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Jefferson Sanchez - Co-Founder & COO of Revonate.

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:01:12) - Intro

(00:01:12-00:01:54) - Sponsor

(00:01:54-00:03:21) - Jefferson’s journey to creating Revonate

(00:03:21-00:05:20) - Being a migrant and starting business

(00:05:20-00:09:13) - Key lessons learned from the failure of previous company

(00:09:13-00:10:29) - Introducing Revonate

(00:10:29-00:14:33) - AI powered construction contract

(00:14:33-00:17:13) - AI’s impact on construction in the future

(00:17:13-00:19:00) - Building trust layer in AI/ML technologies

(00:19:00-00:20:01) - Explaining Archidao

(00:20:01-00:24:04) - Use of blockchain in technology

(00:24:04-00:25:05) - Founding Revonate

(00:25:05-00:26:46) - Taking outside investments

(00:26:46-00:28:58) - Current economic situation and its impact on the future of construction tech world

(00:28:58-00:29:35) - Is Revonate designed only for the US market?

(00:29:33-00:31:16) - Jefferson’s marketing tactics

(00:31:16-00:34:46) - Work-life balance

(00:34:46-00:35:51) - Book recommendation

(00:35:51-00:36:20) - More about Jefferson

(00:36:20-00:36:38) - Outro

What could go so wrong that a £10M modular construction startup collapsed in just 15 months?

In this episode, we had Chris Spiceley and we got to learn about his experience working at Modulous, a modular construction startup that went from raising £10M to liquidation in just 15 months. 

Chris shares valuable insights on what went wrong, lessons learned, and advice for anyone building a construction tech startup.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ The challenges of delivering modular projects in the UK

✅ Key factors that contributed to Modulus' downfall

✅ The personal impact on employees when a startup fails

✅ Chris' thoughts on the future of industrialized construction

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Timestamps:

(00:00 - 02:50) - Intro To Our Sponsors & Guest

(02:50 - 07:59) - How Chris Made A Transition Into Tech

(07:59 - 21:54) - About Industrialized Construction and MMCs In UK

(21:54 - 28:41) - Chris's experience working at Modulous

(28:41 - 31:54) - Premature Decision Made By Modulous To Expand In US

(31:54 - 43:00) - Challenges That Comes With Pilot Projects

(43:00 - 58:21) - Economics Of The Idea That Modulous Had

(58:21 - 01:07:00) - Key Lessons Learnt By Chris

(01:07:00 - 01:16:09) - Understanding Chris's Perspective On Offsite Manufacturing

(01:16:09 - 01:16:50) - Outro

How do we gamify the construction industry?

On today's show we have someone who has interesting and incredible ideas for the future of the construction - Alex Walzer.

Alex is currently a Doctoral Researcher for Entrepreneurship for Digital Fabrication and Robotics in Construction

In this episode, we discuss:

• Future innovations in the construction industry
• How gamification can make construction more fun and engaging
• Open innovation as a way to help you find new and better ways to build things
• Failure - an important part of learning and innovation

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Alex Walzer - Into Construction Tech

Doctoral Researcher at ETH Zurich

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(00:00:00-00:00:17) - Intro  

(00:00:17-00:01:43) - How Alex reached where he is now?

(00:01:43-00:02:32) - Research

(00:02:32-00:03:31) - How do you stay focused?

(00:03:31-00:04:34) - What is worth your time from internet?

(00:04:34-00:05:33) - Strategies that can help who is embarking into construction

(00:05:33-00:06:22) - Favorite subject in contech

(00:06:22-00:07:18) - Implementation of robotics

(00:07:18-00:07:44) - Transition into robots in construction 

(00:07:44-00:10:29) - Game

(00:10:29-00:12:00) - Energy

(00:12:00-00:15:04) - VC landscape in robotics

(00:15:04-00:18:12) - Contech in the moment

(00:18:12-00:19:04) - Digital  fabrication

(00:19:04-00:20:03) - How digital fabrication is different?

(00:20:03-00:22:59) - What excites you in contech

(00:22:59-00:23:30) - How do we get there?

(00:23:30-00:26:18) - Consulting business and how it provides values?

(00:26:18-00:30:50) - Role of education

(00:30:50-00:33:28) - Where did you take your inspiration from?

(00:33:28-00:34:25) - Books

(00:34:25-00:36:08) - If you have unlimited budget where you would spend it>

(00:36:08-00:37:19) - More about Alex

(00:37:19-00:37:36) - Outro

On today's show we have Brian Nickel, founder and CEO at Allied BIM.

Brian has vast experience in the design sector as an architect, MEP designer and as Montana State University teacher teaching BIM.

His company Allied BIM enhances MEP, modular, and prefabrication construction firms by connecting design, fabrication, and field teams with easy to use workflow and allows tracking of the overall fabrication process. 

In this episode, we talk about:

• Building a startup
• Design
• Building Information Modelling  
• Future of fabrication

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Brian Nickel - CEO & Founder of Allied BIM  

Adjunct Instruction of Montana State University

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:30 - Intro

00:01:30 --> 00:02:13 - BETA sponsor

00:02:13 --> 00:05:01 - Brian’s history

00:05:01 --> 00:08:20 - Beginning of plumbing for the mechanical industry and the birth of Allied BIM

00:08:20 --> 00:10:25 - Introducing Allied BIM

00:10:25 --> 00:12:11 - Allied BIM’s target users

00:12:11 --> 00:14:55 - Brian’s advise for people embarking to the contech world

00:14:55 --> 00:16:33 - Understanding and partnering with competition within the industry

00:16:33 --> 00:18:20 - Brian’s thoughts on future of pre-fabrication in construction

00:18:20 --> 00:20:50 - Explaining LODs in the design process

00:20:50 --> 00:22:43 - Automation in the production process

00:22:43 --> 00:25:33 - Accessibility of the fabrication equipment

00:25:33 --> 00:27:04 - Teaching at Montana State University

00:27:04 --> 00:29:18 - Automation as a key to attract future students of the construction industry

00:29:18 --> 00:33:02 - Progress on digitalisation and automation

00:33:02 --> 00:34:26 - Is Allied BIM suited best for the US market only?

00:34:26 --> 00:37:47 - Brian’s view on how to run a business

00:37:47 --> 00:39:20 - Book recommendation

00:39:20 --> 00:44:49- Driving point in Brian’s start up journey

00:44:49 --> 00:45:32 - More about Brian

00:45:32--> 00:45:48 - Outro

Where and how do you focus when it comes to launching your construction tech to the market?

Today on Bricks & Bytes, alongside Nick Decker of Egnyte - we discuss go-to-market strategies, marketing and sales in construction technology

Tune in to learn:

• Nick's rise from estimator to high level marketing positions
• Go To Market strategies
• KPI's & Metrics contech companies should be tracking
• Implementation 

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Nick Decker Construction Industry - Egnyte.

Lead - Construction Market

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Today's Sponsor: Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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Timestamps:

(0:00:00-00:01:46) - Intro & sponsor

(00:01:46-00:04:35) - Key lessons

(00:04:35-00:06:29) - Why did Nick switch fields?

(00:06:29-00:10:57) - How would a startup determine their go to market strategy?

(00:10:57-00:13:59) - Founder's vision

(00:13:59-00:16:11) - Bad examples in construction and why we need new people?

(00:16:11-00:17:59) - Social platform for a startup

(00:17:59-00:20:45) - What is Egnyte?

(00:20:45-00:22:34) - Who are Egnyte's customers?

(00:22:34-00:23:36) - Expansion of Egynte

(00:23:36-00:24:36) - Views on customer success

(00:24:36-00:27:55) - KPI's and metrics

(00:27:55-00:29:20) - Customer acquisition

(00:29:20-00:32:41) - Risk management

(00:32:41-00:34:15) - Does Egnyte work for designers or contractors?

(00:34:15-00:36:10) - Best tip for implementing construction tech solutions

(00:36:10-00:36:54) - Hobbies

(00:36:54-00:38:39) - How many times have you visited UK?

(00:38:39-00:38:58) - More about Nick

(00:38:58-00:39:16) - Outro

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On today's show we have James Major who is the CEO of HUBB.pro.

James is on a mission to build a platform for house builders, property developers, architects and contractors to build high quality, low carbon and net zero homes in the most efficient way possible.

In this episode, we talk about sustainability and creation of better quality homes.

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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James Major | Founder of HUBB.pro

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Today's Sponsor: beta - Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:19 - Intro

00:01:19 --> 00:02:04 - Sponsor

00:02:04 --> 00:03:15 - History of James journey from consulting to Hubb Pro

00:03:15 --> 00:04:32 - Mindset of people in construction and technology industry

00:04:32 --> 00:05:54 - How was the process of transition for your?

00:05:54 --> 00:06:57 - How do you enforce keeping deadlines within your team?

00:06:57 --> 00:09:13 - Fractional roles in James’ business

00:09:13 --> 00:13:42 - The importance of having CPO role

00:13:42 --> 00:15:24 - Is having a CPO better than having a CTO?

00:15:24 --> 00:21:23 - Introducing Hubb Pro and explaining how it works

00:21:23 --> 00:21:52 - Is there any regulations that designers can follow to improve the sustainability of homes?

00:21:52 --> 00:25:38 - What do you think about market's stance on sustainability?

00:25:38 --> 00:28:58 - What are some of the biggest mistakes you’ve made whilst building Hubb Pro?

00:28:58 --> 00:32:09 - How much more expensive it is now to build something sustainable?

00:32:09 --> 00:33:12 - James’ productivity tip

00:33:12 --> 00:33:51 - What book could you recommend?

00:33:51 --> 00:35:10 - James' hobbies

00:35:10 --> 00:35:32 - More about James

00:35:32 --> 00:35:50 - Outro

"Sales is hard, Buying is harder... Implementation is hardest" ... from the great man Will Synnott himself.

Today on Bricks & Bytes, we discuss the implementation of construction technology. 

Tune in to learn:

• Implementation best techniques
• The importance of one's digital persona in today's age
• Progress tracking and legal issues using Disperse's software
• The importance of being on site and in front of your customers

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Will Synnott
Engineer Turned Construction Technology Consultant 🏗 📊 | Director of Strategic Accounts at Disperse | Chartered Geologist | ConTech

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Today's Sponsor: Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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Timestamps:

(0:00:00-00:02:02) - Intro & sponsor

(00:02:02-00:05:27) - History of Will Synnott 

(00:05:27-00:08:44) - Transition into another industry

(00:08:44-00:11:08) - What is the importance of digital identity at this time?

(00:11:08-00:17:25) - The implementation of construction tech on site

(00:17:25-00:21:27) - What is Disperse?

(00:21:27-00:26:04) - Benefits of using Disperse

(00:26:04-00:28:48) - How Disperse data is useful?

(00:28:48-00:30:28) - What type of project Disperse is interested in?

(00:30:28-00:33:50) - Compliance

(00:33:50-00:37:16) - Progress tracking and lawsuits 

(00:37:16-00:38:16) - Books 

(00:38:16-00:39:57) - Hobbies

(00:39:57-00:40:24) - More about Will

(00:40:24-00:40:41) - Outro

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How do you enjoy a fulfilling career in construction and the tech world?

Join us today in our discussion with Apil and Lynne of Digibuild.

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Blockchain uses in Construction and Digibuild's software
• Attracting gen z talent to blue collar jobs
• Diversity and female success in construction 
• Maintaining balance in life
• Lynne's top 3 pieces of advice for young people 

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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April Moss - COO | Chief Customer Officer at DigiBuild: Y Combinator Backed (YC S21) l Blockchain Technology l Construction Management l Crypto & Bitcoin Investor l Business Development

Lynne Cooper - Management & Construction | cGMP * R&D * CGT | Founder | Strategy | Innovator | Woman Welder👩‍🏭 | Power in the trades! | Technology for Efficiency | Collaboration is 🔑 | Blue Collar Revolution! | Improve Quality

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Today's Sponsor: Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:01:27) - Intro and Sponsor

(00:01:27-00:01:58) - Introduction of guest

(00:01:58-00:03:20) - April's background

(00:03:20-00:04:16) - Lynne's background

(00:04:16-00:04:58) - Digibuild history

(00:04:58-00:07:07) - What does digibuild do?

(00:07:07-00:08:27) - Meet the Drapers

(00:08:27-00:09:23) - Digibuild and Blockchain

(00:09:23-00:09:53) - Digibuild expanding globally?

(00:09:53-00:11:04) - Are US-based companies expanding to UK?

(00:11:04-00:13:29) - Do we have cutting-edge construction technology?

(00:13:29-00:14:36) - Procore

(00:14:36-00:16:48) - Lynne's relationship with Digibuild, April, and EL sea

(00:16:48-00:19:25) - Worldchain

(00:19:25-00:24:45) - Tips for attracting gen z to construction

(00:24:45-00:27:16) - Is the general trend of construction interesting for young people? 

(00:27:16-00:30:31) - Diversity in Construction

(00:30:31-00:32:24) - Experience from other industries that can be applied in construction 

(00:32:24-00:33:06) - Advice about switching industry to construction 

(00:33:06-00:36:09) - Charity (construction rocks dmv)

(00:36:09-00:37:19) - Mental health in construction

(00:37:19-00:42:54) - ESG sustainability

(00:42:54-00:45:34) - Advice for someone who is about to launch a construction tech startup

(00:45:34-00:47:34) - Cancel Culture

(00:47:34-00:51:14) - Books

(00:51:14-00:54:00) - How to maintain balance in life?

(00:54:00-00:57:28) - What do you want to do in construction or technology if you want unlimited resources

(00:57:28-00:58:16) - 3 pieces of advice for young people

(00:58:16-00:58:34) Outro

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On todays show we welcome Mark Hurst who runs HurstX.
Mark has worked as tech executive, investment banker, management consultant and held operations and business development positions in the proptech space.

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Scaling companies
• Sales
• Advisory roles
• Web3 applications within proptech space

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please check us out on Spotify or Apple and wherever you listen to your podcast. And if you enjoyed - please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

Link to the Mark's substack:  https://rew3.substack.com

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Mark Hurst - CEO at HurstX Solutions and host of Proptech Espresso Podcast

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Today's Sponsor:
@Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:01:34) - Intro

(00:01:34-00:02:17) - Sponsor

(00:02:17-00:05:32) - History of Mark Hurst journey in Proptech

(00:05:32-00:07:45) - Networking as a significant part of Mark’s journey

(00:07:45-00:10:13) - Mark’s definition of Proptech

(00:10:13-00:11:22) - Real estate industry as the biggest asset in the world

(00:11:22-00:14:37) - History of Mark’s Proptech Espresso Podcast

(00:14:37-00:19:24) - What are the key tips that you could give to people involved in sales within the industry?

(00:19:24-00:22:10) - Engagement with customer as a critical part of the sales process

(00:22:10-00:25:10) - Why would someone want to partner with Hurst Tech?

(00:25:10-00:28:15) - Is there any process that you follow when working with founders and startups?

(00:28:15-00:31:15) - Things that help you grow your business

(00:31:15-00:35:13) - Mark’s thoughts on Web3 in the real estate industry

(00:35:13-00:36:33) - Construction use cases for blockchain

(00:36:33-00:39:20) - Web3 in residential and commercial construction

(00:39:20-00:40:54) - If you had an unlimited budget where would you invest it?

(00:40:54-00:41:38) - What book could you recommend?

(00:41:38-00:42:28) - More about Mark

(00:42:28-00:42:45) - Outro

From QS to the co-founder of a tech platform C-Link and host of the Own The Build podcast.... 

Today we welcome the legend, Paul Heming.

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Paul's story and his early days of the journey
• To-do's and not to-do's in the construction as a non-technical founder
• About C-Link
• The threats AND opportunities of technology on roles like QS', Architects/Engineers

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Paul Heming
Co-Founder at C-Link (Procurement Software for Construction SMEs) and Host of the Own the Build Podcast.

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Today's Sponsor:
@Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

Chek www.the-beta.com 

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 --> 00:01:32 - Intro

00:01:32 --> 00:02:32 - Sponsor

00:02:32 --> 00:03:33 - History of Paul Heming

00:03:33 --> 00:04:28 - Early days of the journey

00:04:28 --> 00:05:02 - Working a job during the beginning of the startup

00:05:02 --> 00:07:34 - The future of the QS role

00:07:34 --> 00:09:25 - Did Paul always wanted to be a QS?

00:09:25 --> 00:12:55 - What is C-Link?

00:12:55 --> 00:13:58 - Is C-link going to branch to SME's ?

00:13:58 --> 00:15:30 - What's the implementation srategy of C-Link?

00:15:30 --> 00:16:20 - At the beginning did C-Link bootstrap?

00:16:20 --> 00:17:42 - Should you bootstrap a business?

00:17:42 --> 00:19:51 - Marketing

00:19:51 --> 00:22:24 - Do and don't as non-technical founder of a construction company

00:22:24 --> 00:24:30 - Mistakes during hiring the technical team

00:24:30 --> 00:25:02 - When do you need a full-time CTO?

00:25:02 --> 00:26:33 - Future of C-Link

00:25:02 --> 00:29:05 - The purpose of the podcast (Own The Build Podcast) 

00:29:05 --> 00:30:11 - Best episodes podcast (Own The Build Podcast) 

00:30:11 --> 00:34:54 - The extinction of roles in construction

00:34:54 --> 00:36:13 - Team building

00:34:54 --> 00:37:25 - What is Paul's productivity hack?

00:37:25 --> 00:38:47 - What are you currently reading?

00:38:47 --> 00:39:24 - More about Paul

00:39:24 --> 00:39:42 - Outro

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What happens when a construction engineer goes into construction tech?  
Today we welcome Harsh Badera of Procore. 

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Harsh’s story starting from construction engineer up to his current position in Procore 
• ToDo's and not to-do's in the product management 
• If we are going to see more B2C products in construction

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world. 

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Harsh Badera - Product Management at Procore | Startup Investor | Advisor | Speaker

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Today's Sponsor:
@Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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00:00:00 --> 00:02:03 Intro + Sponsor

00:02:04 --> 00:05:52 History of Harsh’s journey from project manager to product manager

00:05:53 --> 00:07:54 Switching from project manager to product manager

00:08:24 --> 00:09:58 How do you see using software in construction?

00:09:59 --> 00:12:47 What is product management?

00:12:48 --> 00:14:47 Do you see a future where construction offers more services directly to the consumer rather than B2B?

00:14:48 --> 00:16:30 Given the amount of solutions, do you think that there is a singular source where they can all integrate?

00:16:31 --> 00:17:27 Agave Startup

00:17:28 --> 00:19:04 Is creating a product in construction different than in other industries?

00:19:05 --> 00:24:15 Do you have a product management process that you follow?

00:24:16 --> 00:27:29 Introduction of Procore

00:27:30 --> 00:29:01 Construction network

00:29:59 --> 00:31:43 Trust verification for the future of contracts

00:31:45 --> 00:36:38 Harsh’s thoughts about Katerra

00:40:20 --> 00:41:40 More about Harsh

00:41:42 --> 00:42:02 Outro

What happens when someone decides to automate contracts that were once (and probably still are!) delivered through shipping containers and cranes? 

Yes, this is a true story...

Today we welcome Andrius Sutas of Simple Construction Software.

In this episode we deep dive into:

• Andrius' story from exited founder to his new venture
• ToDo's and not to-do's in the construction tech and start-up world
• Why buzzwords suck
• Why small steps win over giant leaps

If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world.

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Andrius Sutas:

Founder & CEO Simple Construction Software | Co-Author The Founder Handbook | Founded AimBrain (exited to BioCatch) | Forbes 30 under 30

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Today's Sponsor:

@Beta

Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.

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00:00:00 --> 00:01:39 -  Intro

00:01:39 --> 00:02:20 - Sponsor

00:02:20 --> 00:03:55 - History of Andrius Sutas

00:03:55 --> 00:07:32 - Forbes 30 and under 30 

00:04:55 --> 00:07:32 - Background about AimBrain

00:07:32 --> 00:08:26 - Is Aimbrain the foundation of Simple Construction Software

00:08:26 --> 00:15:09 - Simple Construction Software

00:15:09 --> 00:15:35 - Does Simple Construction Software use blockchain?

00:15:35 --> 00:18:11 - A related new area that could be tackled?

00:18:11 --> 00:20:24 - The Founder Handbook 

00:20:24 --> 00:21:21 - Time management

00:21:21 --> 00:23:37 - Are mentors important? What qualities should they have?

00:23:37 --> 00:27:12 - Are having experiences founding members in a startup important?

00:27:12 --> 00:29:05 - Is the fintech industry smarter than the construction industry?

00:29:05 --> 00:30:13 - Which industry is most exciting in the future

00:30:13 --> 00:32:34 - AI, Machine learning, Deep learning and general AI

00:32:34 --> 00:39:21 - To Do's and Not To Do's for starting a business

00:39:21 --> 00:42:06 - Hobby of Andrius

00:42:06 --> 00:42:26 - More about Andrius

00:42:26 --> 00:42:44 - Outros

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Tune in to find out about:

✅ Why Vivin believes construction tech is ripe for disruption

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✅ The 3 key things Zacua looks for in early-stage startups

✅ Vivin's advice for founders on what to avoid when scaling

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Timestamps:

(00:00 - 02:52) - Intro To Our Sponsors & Guest

(02:52 - 14:05) - How Vivin Got Into Venture Capitals

(14:05 - 17:40) - How To Figure Out A Good Partner In Business

(17:40 - 27:00) - About Zacua Ventures

(27:00 - 29:27) - How Zacua Ventures Operates As A Team From Different Parts Of The World

(29:27 - 42:30) - Investment Thesis Of Zacua Ventures

(42:30 - 55:55) - Vivin's Perspective On Robotics In Construction

(55:55 - 01:04:00) - Relationship Between Ventures Firm And Limited Partner

(01:04:00 - 01:07:00) - How To Identify Real Problems Before Investing

(01:07:00 - 01:13:45) - Where Startups Go Wrong In Construction Tech

(01:13:45 - 01:21:17) - How Becoming A Parent Has Impacted Vivin's Life

(01:06:21 - 01:21:17) - Problems of Construction Tech Across Different Geographies

(01:21:17 - 01:22:18) - Outro

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Do you have a full time job in traditional construction industry and thinking about moving into construction tech? Join us as we speak with Elie AlChaer.

Elie is also a product manager in Slate Technologies and is focused on bot assistants driven by machine learning.

Please see the link to the research article "Engineering Productivity Measurement: A Novel Approach" mentioned by Elie in the episode: https://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/%28ASCE%29CO.1943-7862.0001875

How do you build the most effective c-suite and executive leadership team?

Today, we speak with @George Dobbins, Co-Founder of @Beaumont Bailey and Mentor at @Pi Labs. 

Listen in to hear George's advice on:

• Building effective leadership teams
• Key mistakes when starting up and building your c-suite
• George's relationship with an ex Dragon (from Dragon's Den)
• Recommendations on the best restaurants in the UK

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In releasing this podcast, we are also delighted to announce our partnership with @beta. 

BETA is the UK’s leading build environment & technology networking platform. Their main aim is to connect traditional industry with technology partners as well as connecting construction & proptech companies with advisors, VC’s, angel investors, technology partners AND contacts at some of the top corporations in the UK, Europe and globally.

More info in the comments.

Thanks for all your support on the podcast so far. We have more exciting guests lined up in the coming months.

Please also help us out by reviewing our podcast on whichever platform you get your podcast from.

From marketing to Construction and Venture Capital. Eric Whobrey is the Director of Technology and in Arco/ Murray and Managing Partner in Arco Ventures.

Join us for this insightful conversation with Eric to hear about:

- technology driven ideas that are shaping our industry

- what VCs look for in the start up founder

- design and build contractor’s view on technology

- many more!

Get out of the building!!!

Today we are delighted to welcome someone who lives and breathes construction technology, Ram Ramisetti.

From India to Europe, the Middle East, and now the USA, Ram worked his way from architecture to sustainability and now acts as both an Investor, and Advisor to construction technology companies.

Tune in to hear Ram's advice and insights on:

• Global construction,
• Pain points and opportunities 
• Strategies for founders
• Fundamentals for success and scaling.

If you’re enjoying the podcast, please check us out on Spotify, Google, Pocketcasts, Apple and any other place you get your podcasts from.

If you want to hear a story how Ben went from poker player to founding successful architectural practice and cofounding two other construction businesses - look no further.

In this episode we speak with Ben Richards of Aura Architecture, architectural practice.

Ben talks about his journey of setting up traditional construction businesses. He explains his approach to risk taking in business and also how he is disrupting "measured surveys" industry with his latest venture XP Surveys.

We hope you enjoy the podcast.

What's the fastest way to turn your idea into a sellable product?

As companies embrace the digital revolution, figuring out where to start can be hard work. From initial upfront costs, to finding the right expert and a company you can trust is an issue. 

@Roman Zomko of @Impressit explains how to best approach introducing software solutions both internally, and from a start-up perspective, using a premium software agency.

Listen in to hear Roman's journey from growing up in Ukraine to selling on the global stage, and why starting a software project in the right way can save you tons of business issues in the future.  

Next episode of Bricks&Bytes with very driven Brandon Johnson, CEO of SeracTech.

Brandon’s latest venture SeracTech helps converting planning applications into sales opportunities.

Please join us for this exciting conversation with Brandon.

How do you go from working in the construction industry to becoming a venture capitalist?

Today we speak with Alice Leung of venture capital investment firm Brick & Mortar Ventures and Formwork Labs.

Alice talks about the construction industry as an investment opportunity, trends in the world of investment, and Brick & Mortar's strategy when it comes to start-ups.

Apologies for the lower recording quality - 41 degree heat calls for not-so-ideal settings!

We hope you enjoy the podcast. Please check out our page Bricks & Bytes and hit the follow button!

Creating products for the construction industry has plenty of opportunities as the industry becomes more and more digitized. In this conversation, lead product designer at Mastt - Jithesh Ramesh gives us plenty of insights into product design for the construction industry. 

ConTech - a fast-growing tech industry that is experiencing an influx of investment. In 2021, over $4bn was raised by contech firms - almost double compared with the previous year.

Join us as we speak with Eliyahu Rapaport, CEO of Global Construction Tech and Innodeal - to talk about the contech scene, investing in the space, and the global outlook.

Eliyahu is an amazing human being who supports and encourages companies in the world of contech. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.

Ever wondered how major VC firms evaluate and invest (or reject) in construction technology startups?

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Toppston and Yaniv Lusana of GS Futures, a major venture capital firm backing the next generation of construction technology. Discover how they're identifying the "painkillers" that are transforming the industry, from autonomous robots navigating complex job sites to AI-powered solutions revolutionising every stage of the construction lifecycle. 

Discover the unique challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving space. Take a look into the future of construction and the technologies that are set to transform it. 

Key Takeaways:

• GS Futures' prime focus: Identifying "painkiller" technologies that solve critical construction pain points
• Hot areas: Robotics, AI, digital twins, supply chain management, low-carbon materials
• Top traits they seek in founders: Deep industry understanding, clear product vision, ability to sell
• Underinvested spaces ripe for innovation: Workflow solutions, stakeholder connectivity
• Insights on evaluating venture-backability, managing investor expectations, and more

And much more. 

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro To Our Sponsors

02:30 - Intro To Yaniv, Aaron & GS Futures

15:12 - Tech As A 'Vitamin' Vs Tech As A 'Painkiller'

22:50 - Green & Red Flags On Founders For Investors

32:00 - VC's Perspective On Robotics Startups

40:50 - Why Corporate Venture Capital Investor V/s Venture Investors

59:10 - How Startups Can Get Venture-backed

01:04:00 - Impact of Liquidity For VCs

01:08:18 - Vision of GS Futures

01:09:47 - Outro ------------------------------

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Join our conversation with Aydin Ozcekic - the CEO of Botmore. 

Aydin has a vast experience in traditional construction sector and data analysis. His company Botmore helps traditional construction businesses to utilize crucial data to increase the productivity. 

 We discuss how frustrating and resistant to change the industry is, and why IA (artificial intelligence) might change the game of construction landscape in the future. 

3D printing is a technology that's been around a while, but how many of us have seen it being used on a live construction site?

Well... that might be about to change.

Join us as we speak with Henry UNTERREINER, Co-founder of Hyperion Robotics - providers of 3D printed reinforced concrete robotics and on-site micro-factories. Their mission is to cut material waste, lead times and the CO2 impact that typical concrete manufacturing processes retain.

Henry speaks to us about his journey from France to Finland, and how he ended up in Helsinki to help fulfill his vision.

Join our conversation with Paul Conway - the founder of Yuno. 

Yuno supports its users and communities to navigate the complexities of the property market by providing free access to unmatched market intelligence.

Paul explains the significance of having accurate data in property industry and talks about his views on the future of PropTech.

One of the biggest challenges in the construction industry is productivity. Compared with other industries, productivity in construction has hardly changed in over 60 years! 

Join us as we speak with Maksim Markevich of Kreo - automation software that is changing the way projects are quantified. Kreo also helps to implement modular building designs to apply Modern Methods of Construction in the early stages of a project.

We discuss how Maksim went from Structural Engineer to CTO through basic automations, what the complexities of the industry mean for companies implementing and building software, and Maksim’s next big development.

In this episode, we are talking to Victor Muntes - CEO of Beawre, who in 2020, were awarded CEMEX’s award for ‘The Most Promising Startup’.

Beawre helps complex construction projects optimise their workflow, mitigate risks and save construction costs with their cutting edge AI software.

In the first episode of the Bricks & Bytes podcast, we catch up with Bryan Charter - Co-founder of SuSy.House and their plans to enable all homeowners to retrofit their houses with sustainable upgrades.

Join us as Omar El-Ayat, general partner at Euclid Ventures, takes us on a journey into the exciting world of vertical SaaS - and explains its phenomenal impact on the construction industry. Discover how purpose-built software is tackling age-old challenges in construction, helping businesses overcome fragmentation and streamline complex processes.

Plus, hear why investing in founders with deep domain expertise is crucial, the importance of addressing critical "hair on fire" problems, and how new technologies like generative AI could influence the next wave of innovation.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand how Vertical SaaS differs from horizontal software and why it's essential for the construction industry.
• Learn the importance of domain expertise and industry connections in fostering successful Vertical SaaS ventures.
• Discover the significance of addressing acute pain points ("hair on fire" problems) to drive technology adoption.

Tune in to uncover how Vertical SaaS is not just a trend but a transformative force in the construction industry!

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Timestamps:

(0:00 - 2:14) - Intro to Guest and Sponsor

(2:14 - 9:30) - Omar's journey as a Venture Investor

(9:30 - 14:15) - How To Spot Large Underserved Industry For Investment

(14:15 - 15:40) - What Is Vertical SaaS

(15:40 - 24:10) - Omar's Approach to Industry where He Is Not An Expert At

(24:10 - 32:27) - Recurring Challenges While Selling In Construction

(32:27 - 48:30) - Omar's Views on Go-To-Market In Construction

(48:30 - 56:20) - Importance of AI while choosing Startups In Vertical Startup

(56:20 - 58:36) - Importance of Profitability While Investing In Startups

(58:36 - 01:10:52) - Learnings Omar's Learned Building Euclid Ventures

(01:10:52 - 01:11:31) - Outro

Are you curious about the latest innovations in sustainable building materials and the challenges of bringing them to market? 🤔

In this episode of Bricks and Bytes Broadcast, we had Gregory Dewerpe, founding partner at AO PropTech, and we got to learn about the complexities of retrofitting for energy efficiency, the role of venture capital in construction tech, and how startups are digitizing the installation process... and many more!

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Innovations in sustainable building materials like timber and insulation

✅ Challenges with adoption and commercialization timelines for new materials

✅ How software is enabling more efficient and traceable retrofitting

✅ The impact of regulations and certifications on construction innovation

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

02:00 Exploring Sustainable Building Materials and New Startups

07:28 Challenges of Insulation and Retrofitting Work

08:27 Regulations and Impact on Construction Industry

Join Owen and Martin as they take you on a journey of May's most groundbreaking conversations in the world of construction tech.

From Berlin to Amsterdam, the pair uncover the secrets behind the industry's most innovative minds and reveal the strategies that are transforming the way we build. Explore billionaire investment strategies from ex Goldman Sachs Managing Director and masterclass framework for innovation implementation.

Prepare to be inspired:

• The power of constraint: How limitations can actually fuel creativity and drive innovation.
• The rapid iteration mindset: Why embracing constant change and experimentation is key to staying ahead.
• The future of automation: How robotics, AI, and data are revolutionising architecture and construction.
• The untapped potential of retrofitting: Why upgrading existing buildings could be the next big thing.

And much more.

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(00:00 - 00:37) - Intro to Our Sponsors

(00:37 - 04:09) - What happened last month in Bricks and Bytes

(04:09 - 18:30) - What did we learn last month

(18:30 - 34:48) - Guests we had this month

(34:48 - 36:23) - Bricks and Bytes Broadcast

What does it REALLY take to launch a successful construction tech startup?

KP Reddy, a global authority in AEC and founder of Shadow Ventures, pulls back the curtain and reveals the secrets behind startup success.

Join us for an eye-opening episode with Reddy – a VC, founder, CEO, advisor, investor, professor and author – to learn how to break into the industry. Listen to how he combines expertise in advanced technologies with critical, in-the-trenches experience.

• Discover his unique take on the future of venture capital driven by AI – and how it can transform the way startups are built and funded.
• Key takeaways:
• Founders must remain curious and validate their ideas before launching
• AI could significantly lower barriers to entry for software startups
• The construction tech space is ripe with opportunities for innovation
• Shadow Ventures is supporting early-stage companies with industry expertise and connections

And much more.

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Tune in now to learn from one of the most knowledgeable and experienced voices in the construction tech industry.

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Timestamps: (00:00 - 02:36) - Intro

(02:36 - 09:30) - KP's Construction Background

(09:30 - 20:06) - Finding The Right Founders In Construction Tech

(20:06 - 23:47) - KP's Experience Writing 3 Books

(23:47 - 30:19) - Advice for Founders Who Just Raised Money

(30:19 - 35:50) - Portfolio Companies That KP Has Invested At

(35:50 - 41:18) - Startups Building Tangible Things

(41:18 - 50:29) - Process Followed In Backend by Shadow Ventures

(50:29 - 59:15) - Corporate Venture Capitalists

(59:15 - 01:12:41) - How VCs Identify Good Robotics Startups

(01:12:41 - 01:19:42) - How Much Importance VCs Give To Profitability

(01:19:42 - 01:20:20) - Outro

In this episode of BBBC, we had Vivin Hegde, GP and founding partner of Zacua Ventures, and we got to learn about Firmus, a groundbreaking software that's revolutionizing the way we approach design coordination and risk mitigation in construction projects... and many more!

Tune in to find out about:

✅ How Firmus's AI-driven platform detects and mitigates design issues early on

✅ The challenges of design coordination among stakeholders and how technology can help

✅ Pricing strategies for construction tech startups based on target audience and value

✅ Firmus's funding rounds and what they indicate about the company's growth

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:20 Discussion of Firmus and its AI Design Review Platform

06:09 Focus on 2D Design and Clash Detection

09:38 Challenges of Coordination in the Design Process

13:19 Using Technology and Workflow to Improve Design Coordination

16:26 Similar Companies and Investment in Firmus

22:07 Funding Rounds and Market Trends

24:24 Conclusion

In this episode, we sit down with Parker Mundt, Vice President of Suffolk Technologies. His story is as unique as it is fascinating. Join us as we discover how Parker’s unique background is shaping the future of the construction industry with groundbreaking solutions – and empowering startups. 

Listen as Parker shares insider insights on the most promising areas for technological disruption, the key factors driving the adoption of new solutions, and what it takes to build a successful construction tech startup. 

Find out:

• The best Go-To-Market strategies on construction tech right now
• The critical role of seamless implementation and demonstrable ROI
• Emerging opportunities in design tech, supply chain, robotics, and more
• Strategies for founders to validate ideas, raise funds, and build investable companies

And much more. 

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Timestamps:

(00:00 - 02:32) - Intro to Parker & Our Sponsors

(02:32 - 07:13) - Parker's Journey

(07:14 - 18:19) - About Boost - Built World Accelerator Program

(18:20 - 32:41) - About Suffolk Tech

(32:42 - 39:57) - Capabilities of LLMs and AI

(39:58 - 42:17) - Unicorns Creation in Design Space

(42:18 - 47:07) - Growth Strategies for Construction Tech Startups

(47:08 - 54:36) - Strategy For Go-To-Market and Sales

(54:37 - 01:03:45) - How To Build Better Investable Startup

(01:03:45 - 01:04:47) - Outro

Reality capture in construction raised hundreds of millions, but where are the profitable businesses?

In this episode, we had Mo Akbari, ex-founder of HoloBuilder, discussing the state of reality capture technology in construction. We explored funding trends, market dynamics, and the challenges of building sustainable businesses in this space.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Why reality capture startups struggle to achieve profitability despite significant funding

✅ The evolution of capture technologies and AI's potential impact

✅ Insights on valuation trends and fundraising strategies in construction tech

✅ Key advice for founders building products with high user adoption

Note: This video is a repost from Bricks, Bucks and Bytes.

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BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. 

Join us for this fascinating episode where we sit down with David Mitchell, the Founder of XYZ – a company revolutionising the construction industry with cutting-edge augmented reality tools. Discover how XYZ's headsets are transforming job sites by bringing real-life 3D models directly to workers, ensuring millimetre accuracy and preventing costly errors.

Listen as David shares his ambitious vision to revolutionise job sites worldwide with AR. Learn how their specialised AR headsets are already preventing costly errors, enabling real-time progress tracking on complex projects, and more.

Key Takeaways:

• How XYZ's AR technology is propelling construction to new heights
• The importance of building the right team to achieve ambitious goals
• The vast potential of AR to transform the construction industry and beyond

And a lot more.

Don't miss this insightful conversation about the future of construction!

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(00:00:00 - 00:02:27) - Intro To David & Our Sponsors

(00:02:57 - 00:10:42) - About David's Journey Into XYZ Reality

(00:10:42 - 00:35:48) - Understanding XYZ Reality

(00:35:48 - 00:44:03) - How David Manages Everything

(00:44:03 - 00:50:14) - 360 Reality Capture vs XYZ Reality

(00:50:14 - 00:56:30) - Future Plans of XYZ In Terms Of The Data They're Capturing

(00:56:30 - 01:12:44) - David's Experience Of Raising Money From VCs

(01:12:44 - 01:13:39) - Outro