In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample welcomes James Cosman and Kendall Bachman from VeilSun to discuss the evolving role of technology in the construction industry. They explore how companies can move beyond outdated processes, leverage low-code solutions, and avoid the pitfalls of traditional software development. James and Kendall share their experiences on reducing data silos, improving business workflows, and why adaptability is critical in today’s rapidly evolving construction tech landscape.

Key Takeaways:

• The three stages of technology adoption in construction.
• Challenges with traditional software and the benefits of low-code, no-code solutions.
• How construction companies can streamline workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
• The importance of maintaining a company’s unique processes while adopting new technology.
• Why businesses need to prepare their data now for future AI advancements.

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:

[00:00] – Introduction of the episode.

[00:05] – Introduction to James Cosman and Kendall Bachman from VeilSun.

[02:56] – James’ background and VeilSun’s focus on low-code solutions for construction.

[06:11] – The three stages of technology adoption in the construction industry.

[11:59] – Full-stack development vs. low-code solutions: The cost and efficiency debate.

[15:59] – The “LEGO” analogy: Pre-built vs. custom-built software solutions.

[24:04] – Reducing data silos and maintaining a company’s competitive advantage.

[28:57] – The potential of technology to transform project-level collaboration.

[35:02] – The role of AI in construction and why companies need to prepare now.

[38:11] – Final thoughts and where to find VeilSun.

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• VeilSun (LinkedIn):  https://www.linkedin.com/company/veilsun-inc-/ 
• VeilSun Website: https://www.veilsun.com
• James Cosman (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescosman
• Kendall Bachman (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallbachman

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