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How to Cut Construction Costs with This One Simple Solution | Maria Davidson, CEO & Founder at Kojo

02 Jul 2024

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EPISODE 415: Have you ever wondered why some construction projects take so long and cost so much?Join me as I sit down with the incredible Maria Davidson, CEO and founder of Kojo, a construction technology platform built for trade contractors to manage procurement, tools, and warehouse support.Today, Maria and I talk about the critical role of materials management in construction delays and cost overruns. She shares how her company’s platform can streamline materials management for a transparent and more efficient process. Plus, we also discuss overcoming resistance to technology in the trades and the importance of data-driven solutions.Curious to know more?Let’s jump in!Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)Maria Davidson’s transition to construction tech (00:39)Focusing on trades rather than general contractors (02:34)Debunking myths about trades’ resistance to technology (07:15)Impact of materials management on project timelines (12:53)The importance of integrating workflows in construction (18:20)Why having a strong tech implementation strategy is crucial (24:55)Solving the 3 biggest problems in construction (30:17)Warehouse management and inventory tracking (36:33)Advantage of having accessible data (42:48)What’s next for Kojo? (52:49)Construction technology news of the week (57:23)Additional Resources:Listen to the show at: https://thecontechcrew.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecontechcrew — Follow Maria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-rioumine-davidson-801a1058/Check out Kojo for more information: https://www.usekojo.com/— See this week’s news articles! 🗞️⬇️➡️ WELL building standard hits 5B-square-foot milestone | Facilities Divehttps://www.facilitiesdive.com/news/international-well-building-institute-standard-adoption-milestone-iaq/709511/➡️ Tutor Perini sees shift to owner financing on megaprojects | Construction Divehttps://www.constructiondive.com/news/tutor-perini-owner-financing-megaprojects-earnings/714511/➡️ The largest commercial construction starts of April 2024https://www.constructiondive.com/news/april-largest-commercial-construction-starts/717146/➡️ Google using AI to Deprioritize AI generated Contenthttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/katie-zeppieri-1b58983b_googlealgorithm-seotips-brandingtips-activity-7201620621535961089-Mzx1/—The ConTech Crew is a construction news podcast dedicated to keeping you up to date with all the latest in construction technology. Give us a follow so you never miss an episode!

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