"One construction project required 18 different software tools just for daily operations - and that's considered normal in our industry."
In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Michael and Danielle from Skanska and we got to learn about the brutal reality of construction tech adoption, why VCs keep backing the wrong startups, and how pricing models are completely broken for the industry... and many more!
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why construction companies are drowning in software but starving for solutions
✅ The real reason progress tracking tools cost a dollar per square foot
✅ How AI hype is following the exact same pattern as the cloud revolution
✅ What startup founders get completely wrong about enterprise sales in construction
These insights from two innovation leaders at a global construction company will change how you think about construction tech.
Listen now on Spotify and discover why the industry needs fewer tools, not more.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:48 Introduction to Emerging Technologies in Construction
06:27 Navigating Software Complexity in Construction
12:45 Trends and Innovations in Construction Tech
15:06 Geographical Hubs of Innovation
16:48 Partnerships with Startups and Compliance Challenges
20:36 Adapting to Rapid Technological Changes
22:49 Success Stories from Pilot Programs
27:14 Defining Emerging Technology and KPIs
31:06 Sources and Filtering for New Technologies
33:38 The Role of AI in Construction Tech
36:06 The Hype Cycle of AI and Big Data
38:04 In-House Development and Proprietary Solutions
39:07 Advancements in Safety Technology
41:10 Challenges with Autonomous Robotics
43:01 Evaluating Technology: Frustrations and Complexities
48:11 Pricing Models and Industry Friction
53:50 Building Partnerships with Startups
57:42 Future of Construction Technology
1:02:31 Emerging Technologies in Construction
