#046 - Will Synnott - Rethinking 3D BIM and Unveiling the Truths of Construction Technology
We are thrilled to announce that the Bricks and Bytes Podcast is back with another captivating episode, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome back the brilliant construction technology expert, Will Synnott, Engineer Turned Construction Technology Consultant! After the tremendous success of our first episode, we knew we had to bring Will back for a thought-provoking discussion that delves deeper into the world of construction technology.
Part of this video that you'll want to watch again:
Concerns raised about temporary fixes and complex communication platforms.
Emphasis on stepping outside the "bubble" for diverse perspectives.
Critique of overemphasis on 3D BIM without understanding on-site challenges.
Advocacy for open discussions on new technologies and their impact.
Importance of building relationships and personal brands in business.
many more
We would be grateful if you would share your thoughts on our podcast. Your feedback is important to us as we strive to provide the most valuable content in the construction industry. Please leave a review and give us a thumbs up if you found the podcast valuable.
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Will Synnott, Engineer Turned Construction Technology Consultant
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#048 - Will Synnott V3 - Sales & Startup Life In Construction Tech
In this episode of Bricks & Bytes we sit down for round 2 of our interview with Will Synnott and discuss all things sales, content, engagement, productivity and the life of a construction tech consultant.
Tune in to hear:
Where startups fail when it comes to Sales
The importance of getting in front of your customer
Why do people buy construction technology
How to deal with rejection
How to manage a busy sales-work-life balance
If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment or send us your thoughts - hello@bricksbytes.show.
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Will Synnott
Engineer Turned Construction Technology Consultant 🏗 📊 | Director of Strategic Accounts at Disperse | Chartered Geologist | ConTech
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Timestamps:
(0:00:00-0:10:10) - Intro
(0:10:10-0:11:18) - Importance of sales for growing a startup
(0:11:18-0:15:45) - Where specifically do startups fail when it comes to sales ?
(0:15:45-0:18:13) - Why do people buy construction tech solutions ?
(0:18:13-0:23:29) - How to deal with clients who are not willing to adapt with tech?
(0:23:29-0:31:55) - Importance of Content Creation in Construction Tech
(0:31:55-0:40:12) - What happens if you don't change your technology?
(0:40:12-0:41:28) - Outro
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#041 - Sam Gregson - Synergy in Architecture: Modular Design, Computational Tools, and Machine Learning
Today, we have Sam Gregson, the lead computational designer at Modulous, joining us for this episode. Our discussion covers a range of topics, including efficient design solutions, computational design, the importance of digitized design costing programming and procurement in shaping our future, and more.
In this episode, we take a closer look at:-
Modular construction benefits: leverage computational models.
Addressing interoperability with construction plugins.
Machine learning enhances computational design effectiveness.
Gaming insights drive advancements in design.
Diverse backgrounds within the Modulus software team.
Emphasizing creativity attracts young talent to construction.
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Sam Gregson, Lead Computational Designer at Modulous
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#062 - Aarni Heiskanen - Building Finland’s Biggest Office With Just 92 mb of memory - Decades of Disruptive Innovation In Construction
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Aarni Heiskanen, the Construction Innovation Agent at AE Partners
Learn why construction innovation is hard, how workers waste 80% of time, how digital tech cuts costs 20%, and how sustainability is driving the future.
Tune in to find out about:
Why construction's complexity makes innovation nearly impossible
Research showing 80% of worker time wasted searching for info
How on-site "mini factories" could optimize with robotics
How digital tech like BIM is already cutting quality costs 20%
Why sustainability is imperative and requires digitization
If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!
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Aarni Heiskanen | Construction Innovation Agent at AE Partners | ConTech
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Timestamps:
(0:00-1:22) - Intro
(1:22-6:00) - Innovations happening in construction
(6:00-19:10) - Tips to increase productivity in construction
(19:10-22:10) - What works best in terms of innovation in construction
(22:10-31:10) - What people are more interested in among tangible products and software in construction
(31:10-36:10) - Benchmarks for measuring innovation
(36:10-38:00) - AEC Business
(38:00-40:10) - Strategy for growing on LinkedIn
(40:10-41:08) - Outro
Why 70% Of Investors Have A Negative Impact On Your Startup And The Future Of Energy Assessments - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
Is remote sales killing your construction tech startup? One founder learned it the hard way. By listening to an investor who had no idea.
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Kelvin, a French startup using AI for home energy audits, which just raised 4.7 million euros.
We explored Turner & Townsend's latest construction cost survey, revealing cooling inflation across the sector.
Also, we delved into Vinod Khosla's controversial take that 90% of VCs add no value, with Patrick offering his candid perspective.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why Kelvin's remote energy assessment model may face challenges
✅ How construction labor shortages are reaching critical levels worldwide
✅ The dangers of taking advice from investors unfamiliar with construction
✅ Why construction cost inflation varies dramatically by region
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Company Mentioned:
Kelvin
Turner and Townsend
Enter
Enpal
Schneider Electric
Mac Markler
Kosla Ventures
Modulus
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Name
02:17 Kelvin: Using Technology for Energy Efficiency Audits
03:21 Construction Costs and Inflation
09:19 Challenges of Remote Data Assessment in Construction
35:15 The Dishonesty in the Investment World
49:00 The Lack of Exits in Construction Tech
53:27 Finding Value in Investors
55:43 Insights from Ex-Employees of Construction Tech Companies
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