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#070 - Ben Weiss - Unlocking Hidden Potentials In Low-Tech Industries
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Ben Weiss, Co-Founder of BinStar.
In this episode, we learn about the potential in low-tech industries like construction and the role technology can play in improving efficiency.
Tune in to find out about:
How the construction industry represents a major market opportunity that is overlooked by many investors
Why focusing on cost reduction and efficiency improvements is a better strategy than creating new revenue streams
The challenges of adopting new technology in traditional industries resistent to change
The future role of technology like drones and AI in optimisation of construction processes
If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!
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Ben Weiss | Co-Founder of BinStar
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Today’s Sponsor: beta – Construction and technology network platform
– connecting the tech industry with traditional construction partners.
Check www.the-beta.com
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:30) - Intro
(00:02:30 - 00:05:20) - Ben's background in public markets and hedge funds
(00:05:20 - 00:12:00) - Defining "low-tech" industries and why they are interesting investment opportunities
(00:12:00 - 00:25:00) - How simple technology can have massive impact on traditional businesses
(00:25:00 - 00:35:33) - SolidSpace and its solution for construction project mistakes
(00:35:33 - 00:42:00) - Advice for new investors
(00:42:00 - 00:29:30) - Outro
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In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Ben Weiss, Co-Founder of BinStar.
In this episode, we learn about the potential in low-tech industries like construction and the role technology can play in improving efficiency.
Tune in to find out about:
How the construction industry represents a major market opportunity that is overlooked by many investors
Why focusing on cost reduction and efficiency improvements is a better strategy than creating new revenue streams
The challenges of adopting new technology in traditional industries resistent to change
The future role of technology like drones and AI in optimisation of construction processes
If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!
----------------------------------------
Ben Weiss | Co-Founder of BinStar
----------------------------------------
Today’s Sponsor: beta – Construction and technology network platform
– connecting the tech industry with traditional construction partners.
Check www.the-beta.com
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:30) - Intro
(00:02:30 - 00:05:20) - Ben's background in public markets and hedge funds
(00:05:20 - 00:12:00) - Defining "low-tech" industries and why they are interesting investment opportunities
(00:12:00 - 00:25:00) - How simple technology can have massive impact on traditional businesses
(00:25:00 - 00:35:33) - SolidSpace and its solution for construction project mistakes
(00:35:33 - 00:42:00) - Advice for new investors
(00:42:00 - 00:29:30) - Outro
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