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The ConTechCrew

The Future is Built! Learn more at: https://thecontechcrew.com/

Welcome to The ConTechCrew, hosted by Jeff Sample!

Here, we discuss innovation and all things construction tech, including hardware, software, devices, apps, and the strategies for applying them to construction projects.

Tune in each week to get your latest construction tech news update.

Follow us on social media and join the conversation: @TheConTechCrew

Technology News Business Tech News
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
55 minutes
Episodes
632
Years Active
2016 - 2025
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How Storytelling Can Break Tech Fears and Drive Inclusion with Meaghan Ziemba, Founder of Mavens of Manufacturing Podcast

How Storytelling Can Break Tech Fears and Drive Inclusion with Meaghan Ziemba, Founder of Mavens of Manufacturing Podcast

EPISODE 436: Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the rapid pace of automation? You’re not alone!

Many worry about the impact of technology on their jobs. But what if you could turn that fear into opport…

00:41:11  |   Tue 26 Nov 2024
Why Cloud-Based Estimating is Changing Construction Forever | Dustin DeVan, CEO of Ediphi

Why Cloud-Based Estimating is Changing Construction Forever | Dustin DeVan, CEO of Ediphi

EPISODE 435: Are you still using outdated tools like Excel for estimating? Time to switch to the cloud!

In this week’s episode of The ConTech Crew, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Dustin De…

00:44:35  |   Tue 19 Nov 2024
Ignoring Industry Expertise Could Ruin Your Construction Tech Strategy–Here’s How | Usman Shuja

Ignoring Industry Expertise Could Ruin Your Construction Tech Strategy–Here’s How | Usman Shuja

EPISODE 434: We are in an exciting, transformative era where new technologies, like AI, are reshaping industries at every level. But is the construction industry truly prepared to embrace these advan…

00:38:20  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
Why Construction Owners Must Rethink Their Data Strategy Now | Nick Caravella of Avicado

Why Construction Owners Must Rethink Their Data Strategy Now | Nick Caravella of Avicado

EPISODE 433: Imagine a construction site where every tech tool talks to each other seamlessly–no re-entry, no manual updates–just data flowing effortlessly. Sounds ambitious, right?

In this episode of…

01:04:53  |   Tue 05 Nov 2024
Groundbreak 2024: The Future of Construction Technology Unveiled w/ Wyatt Jenkins, Chief Product Officer at Procore

Groundbreak 2024: The Future of Construction Technology Unveiled w/ Wyatt Jenkins, Chief Product Officer at Procore

EPISODE 432: Is your construction process as efficient as it could be?

In this week’s episode, Wyatt Jenkins, Chief Product Officer at Procore, shares insights into how Procore is revolutionizing the …

01:00:17  |   Thu 31 Oct 2024
Is Automation Making Your Job Obsolete?! | Construction Dorks

Is Automation Making Your Job Obsolete?! | Construction Dorks

EPISODE 431: Have you ever wondered if robots are quietly replacing jobs across industries like construction, shipping, manufacturing, or even tech?

In this week’s special episode of The ConTech Crew,…

00:38:59  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
Build vs. Buy: What Big Construction Companies Aren’t Telling You About Software Development | Samantha Erlich & Kersti Nurka of EllisDon

Build vs. Buy: What Big Construction Companies Aren’t Telling You About Software Development | Samantha Erlich & Kersti Nurka of EllisDon

EPISODE 430: Are you looking to design a software solution that perfectly fits your construction business needs?

In this week’s episode, we dive into how EllisDon, a Canadian-based construction leader…

00:46:49  |   Tue 15 Oct 2024
Hidden Dangers of the Pro Codes Act–What You Need to Know | Scott Reynolds, Co-Founder & CEO of UpCodes

Hidden Dangers of the Pro Codes Act–What You Need to Know | Scott Reynolds, Co-Founder & CEO of UpCodes

EPISODE 429: Have you ever been knee-deep in a project, only to discover you’ve missed a crucial building code? It’s frustrating and costly, right? 

What if you could avoid those mistakes with just a …

01:04:19  |   Tue 08 Oct 2024
THIS AI Tool Will Change Everything You Know About Workforce Management with Lou Perez, Founding Member of Lumber

THIS AI Tool Will Change Everything You Know About Workforce Management with Lou Perez, Founding Member of Lumber

EPISODE 428: Ever dreamed of ditching the headaches of managing your construction crew to focus on what you do best–building? Today’s guest has the perfect solution to your problem.

In this week’s epi…

00:52:57  |   Tue 01 Oct 2024
Why Most Digital Twins FAIL (And How to Do It Right) | Dylan Underhill, BIM/VDC Advisor at Trillium Advisory Group

Why Most Digital Twins FAIL (And How to Do It Right) | Dylan Underhill, BIM/VDC Advisor at Trillium Advisory Group

EPISODE 427: Digital twin has become a buzzword–but what does it really mean?

In this episode, my co-host, Tannis Liviniuk, and I sit down with Dylan Underhill, a BIM and VDC consultant at Trillium Ad…

01:12:14  |   Tue 24 Sep 2024
Can Technology Solve Construction’s Communication & Collaboration Crisis? (A Live Episode)

Can Technology Solve Construction’s Communication & Collaboration Crisis? (A Live Episode)

EPISODE 426: Research shows that 13% of a construction professional’s workday is spent looking for information that they need to do their jobs. Let that sink in. But is technology alone the answer to…

00:51:02  |   Tue 17 Sep 2024
Why Craft Workers are Ditching Manila Folders for THIS App | Christi Pilutik, CEO of BuilderFax

Why Craft Workers are Ditching Manila Folders for THIS App | Christi Pilutik, CEO of BuilderFax

EPISODE 425: Whether it’s misplaced cards or redundant training, managing construction credentials can feel like a full-time job–but not anymore with BuilderFax.

In this week’s episode, my co-host Nat…

01:07:56  |   Tue 10 Sep 2024
How a Two-Time Cancer Survivor is Redefining Well-Being in Construction | Paul Lawson of Mid-City Electric/Technologies

How a Two-Time Cancer Survivor is Redefining Well-Being in Construction | Paul Lawson of Mid-City Electric/Technologies

EPISODE 424: Mental health in construction isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a necessity. But how do we empower the industry, especially its leaders, to talk about it openly?

In this week’s Pause for the Ca…

00:48:04  |   Tue 03 Sep 2024
How Contractors Can Stay Ahead in the Ever-Changing Construction Industry

How Contractors Can Stay Ahead in the Ever-Changing Construction Industry

EPISODE 423: How ready is your construction business for the future? If you haven’t thought about AI and automation yet, you could be missing out on something big!

In this week’s episode of The ConTec…

00:52:35  |   Tue 27 Aug 2024
Can Digital Tools Really Make Construction Safer? | Gabe Guetta, CEO at SALUS

Can Digital Tools Really Make Construction Safer? | Gabe Guetta, CEO at SALUS

EPISODE 422: How reliant are digital technologies in improving construction safety? 

In this week’s episode of The ConTech Crew, my co-host Rob McKinney and I sit down with Gabe Guetta, CEO and co-fou…

01:13:37  |   Tue 20 Aug 2024
Why Construction Should Stop Using Generic Accounting Software with Chris Lee, Founder & CEO at CrewCost

Why Construction Should Stop Using Generic Accounting Software with Chris Lee, Founder & CEO at CrewCost

EPISODE 421: Do you ever wonder why construction accounting is so challenging?

I did, too, and so did this week’s guest, who has not only lived through these challenges but also developed innovative s…

01:00:41  |   Tue 13 Aug 2024
Can AI Be the Brain of Your Construction Project? | Dr. Sarah Buchner, CEO & Founder at Trunk Tools

Can AI Be the Brain of Your Construction Project? | Dr. Sarah Buchner, CEO & Founder at Trunk Tools

EPISODE 420: How do general contractors (GCs) spend most of their time?

A recent study conducted on job sites reveals that GCs spend only 8% of their time in the field. The rest is consumed by tasks s…

01:12:17  |   Tue 06 Aug 2024
How AI Can Prevent Risks Early On in Construction | Shir Abecasis, CEO at FIRMUS

How AI Can Prevent Risks Early On in Construction | Shir Abecasis, CEO at FIRMUS

EPISODE 419: Have you ever faced costly errors in your construction projects? Imagine if you could prevent them before they even happen.

In this week’s episode, Nathan Wood and I sit down with Shir Ab…

01:02:47  |   Tue 30 Jul 2024
You’re Looking at Construction Safety the Wrong Way, Here’s Why | Sebastien de Ghellinck of SkillSignal

You’re Looking at Construction Safety the Wrong Way, Here’s Why | Sebastien de Ghellinck of SkillSignal

EPISODE 418: How can the construction industry become safer and more efficient?

When we talk about construction safety, the strict implementation of hard hats on job sites is the first thing that come…

01:11:27  |   Tue 23 Jul 2024
Uncovering AI’s Shocking Ethical Roadblocks to Total Domination | Ritwik Batabyal of Mastek

Uncovering AI’s Shocking Ethical Roadblocks to Total Domination | Ritwik Batabyal of Mastek

EPISODE 417: We often view technology as a quick-fix solution, but it isn’t. 

Take AI, for example. 

Many companies rush to innovate and release AI-driven products to gain market advantage. 

However, th…

00:43:44  |   Tue 16 Jul 2024
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