December 12, 2024

EP 35: Meti's AI will save you HOURS of time tracking orders!

30 minutes

In this episode of the AI for Interior Designers podcast, host Jenna Gaidusek sits down with Mariah, one of the founders of Meti. The two originally crossed paths during an AI discussion panel at High Point Market, and their shared enthusiasm for AI-driven solutions quickly sparked this insightful conversation.

Mariah's Background:

Though not a designer herself, Mariah’s experience in real estate private equity and tech-driven manufacturing led her to identify a common pain point: inefficient order management and procurement processes. This frustration inspired her to explore AI-based automation to alleviate the tedious, repetitive tasks that designers juggle daily.

What the Tool Does:

Mariah introduces an AI-powered automation workflow tool designed to act like a virtual project coordinator. This tool streamlines tasks like order tracking, email follow-ups, and real-time status updates. Instead of designers spending hours chasing down purchase orders, the AI assistant (affectionately dubbed “Ben”) handles these details, flagging only the issues that need immediate attention.

Why Designers Will Love This:

For designers who wear multiple hats, this AI tool:

Automates order tracking and communication with suppliers.

Reduces mental load by handling repetitive tasks.

Provides a calendar view of deliveries and shipments.

Customizes workflows for client and contractor communications.

Use Cases Beyond Design:

Mariah shares how this solution isn’t just for interior designers—it’s also being adopted by manufacturers, CPG companies, and biotech firms. Essentially, anyone managing procurement processes can benefit.

Key Takeaway:

AI isn’t here to replace designers—it’s here to free up their creativity by taking the boring stuff off their plates. As Jenna aptly puts it, this tool is truly game-changing for designers who want to focus more on design and less on admin work.

Check out Meti! https://getmeti.com/

🔗 Ready to let AI streamline your workflow? Visit AIforInteriorDesigners.com for more insights and tools designed to empower your creativity!

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