The Off Site Podcast

Why Big Contractors Are Building AI Tools In-House


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Join Jason and Carlos in Episode 94 of The Offsite Podcast as they explore three major developments shaping the construction industry:

πŸ›£οΈ Abidjan-Lagos Corridor: They dive into the $15 billion, 1,000-kilometre coastal highway connecting five West African nations. The duo explores funding challenges and potential contractors for this transformative infrastructure project serving 300 million people.

πŸ€– Contractor AI-Powered Tools: They explore how contractors like Skanska and Granite Construction are using AI to build custom solutions like "Asphalt Guru" and "Safety Sidekick." Does this fundamentally change the build-versus-buy equation for construction technology?

πŸ’° Outcomes as a Service in Construction: They analyse the emerging pricing model where companies pay for results rather than software access. The hosts examine the benefits and complexities of this approach, from risk allocation to outcome measurement challenges.

Key Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:42 - West African Highway Project

07:58 - AI Development in Construction Companies

24:23 - Outcomes-as-a-Service Deep Dive

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The Off Site PodcastBy Carlos Carvalho & Jason Lancini