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"AI will transform AEC so much, we won't have the same industry in 5-10 years."

In this episode, we had Britton Langdon (SnapTrude) and Clifton Harness (TestFit) share their views on construction tech's future. We explored AI's impact, robotics in construction, and new ways to assess land deals.

Britton, with his background in founding and selling M Suite, shared insights on AI's practical applications in construction.

Meanwhile, Clifton, driven by his developer father's challenges, explained how TestFit is revolutionizing land deal assessments.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ How AI might lead to more small architecture firms, not fewer

✅ Why some think robotics, not AI, will solve construction's biggest problems

✅ A unique take on why 3D printing might be better suited for the moon

✅ How new software is changing the way developers choose building sites

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00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Discussion on Automated Progress Tracking & Integration and Collaboration With Britton

11:42 - Discussion On Generative Design & Robotics and AI with Clifton

In this episode, Amir Berman of Builddots challenges the status quo in construction technology. We explore how AI and data are silently revolutionizing the industry, despite widespread skepticism.

Berman shares lessons from his failed startup, proposing controversial new models for ROI and product management in construction tech. We delve into the clash between digital solutions and physical realities, and uncover strategies to bridge this divide.

Berman's insights on Performance Driven Construction Management hint at a future where data, not intuition, drives decisions.

As AI begins to automate traditionally human-centric processes, we confront the implications for the workforce and the industry's future. Prepare to have your assumptions challenged.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Why old ways of tracking progress might be costing you money

✅ The hard truth about getting value from construction tech

✅ How AI spots delays before humans can

✅ Why your project data might be useless without the right tools

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00:00 - Intro

02:12 - Lessons From Starting & Failing A Startup

08:15 - Innovation Happening In London In Construction

10:42 - Measuring ROI in Construction

12:45 - Product Management in Construction vs Other Industries

15:31 - BuildDots: Progress Tracking and Data Modeling for Construction

36:30 - Capturing and Utilizing Performance Data

38:08 - Creating Data Standards for 4D

38:37 - The Power of Productivity Data

41:42 - Innovation and Continuous Improvement

48:35 - Showcasing Value through Case Studies

51:51 - Go-to-Market Strategies in Construction Tech

56:15 - The Challenge of Creating a Clear ROI Formula

59:33 - The New Layer Strategy: Performance-Driven Construction Management

01:06:42 - Charging Based on Construction Volume

Is Latin America the next frontier for construction tech?

In this episode, we had Bernardo Gamboa, Partner at Global Projects Strategy, who shared fascinating insights into the construction tech landscape in Latin America.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ The unique challenges and opportunities in the Latin American construction market

✅ How financial solutions are driving tech adoption in the region

✅ Why US companies struggle to expand into Latin America

✅ The exciting potential for AI and data-driven solutions in construction

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00:00 - Intro

00:41 - Background of Bernardo

3:45 - About BuildTech

06:47 - First Mover Advanatages That Bernardo Had In Latin America

11:30 - Examples Of Big Companies In Latin Amrerica

14:04 - Construction Tech Scenarios In Latin America

15:40 - Labor Shortage In Latin America

22:37 - Key Areas Of Investments For Bernardo

30:26 - Understanding Construction In Latin America

35:00 - Challenges In Integrating New Technologies In Construction In Latin America

39:00 - Things That Bernardo Looks Before Investing 

48:50 - Future Of VC Culture In Latin America

59:20 - What Excites Bernardo About The Future Of Construction In Latin America

01:04:18 - Outro

In this month's Bricks & Bytes roundup, We discuss the latest trends and insights from the episodes we released in June.

We discussed how Altaf's persistence led SnapTrude to success after 8 rejections

and why Shubhankar sees huge potential in India's efficient startups and much more!

We also shared about the future plans we have with Bricks and Bytes!

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Why robotics and design tech are the hottest topics in construction right now

✅ How we are expanding into a podcast network with specialized shows

✅ The surprising lessons from a modular construction startup's $10 million failure

✅ Why "outcome as a service" could be the next big thing in construction robotics

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04:00 - What Happenned In Bricks & Bytes This Month

05:40 - Discussing Modulous Breakdown

11:30 - Future Vision and Plans of Bricks and Bytes

20:00 - Views On Accelerators & Incubators

27:10 - 1st Episode Of Bricks, Bucks & Bytes

30:43 - Plans For Next Month

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

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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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.

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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