Why Cloud-Based Estimating is Changing Construction Forever | Dustin DeVan, CEO of Ediphi

EPISODE 435: Are you still using outdated tools like Excel for estimating? Time to switch to the cloud!In this week’s episode of The ConTech Crew, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Dustin DeVan, CEO of Ediphi, a cloud-based estimating tool. Dustin, who also founded BuildingConnected (later acquired by Autodesk), shares his journey from general contracting to pioneering cloud-based tools for cost estimation.Ediphi’s cloud-based platform offers a collaborative, adaptable approach to managing cost data, minimizing rework, and enhancing project accuracy.Tune in now to learn how this latest construction technology advancement could reshape the future of pre-construction.Don’t miss it!Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)From general contractor to construction tech (02:12) Success story of BuildingConnected’s acquisition by Autodesk (04:05) How significant is pre-construction in project execution (08:18)Data accuracy and categorization challenges in cost estimation (12:57)How cloud-based tools can guide design decisions in real-time (18:45)Connecting constructability to design for better project outcomes (23:15)The importance of moving from Excel to cloud-based estimating (27:27)Addressing labor shortages and the need for a skilled workforce (31:13)Benefits of cloud collaboration for estimator training and onboarding (34:10)The cultural shift needed to elevate construction careers (40:24)Additional Resources:Listen to the show at: https://thecontechcrew.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecontechcrew — Follow Dustin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustind01/Visit Ediphi for more information: https://www.ediphi.com/— 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!