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If there is one area where the most headaches are generated in construction, it is in the management of plans. It doesn't matter if it's a residential project, an apartment tower or an industrial warehouse: we've all seen the same thing.

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has gone from being a science fiction topic to a recurring guest in any business conversation. Construction is no exception: from risk prediction to automatic plan reviews, the promises are enormous.

When we talk about construction safety, the first things that come to mind are helmets, harnesses, signs and construction crews. But there is an equally critical front - although often invisible - that can put millions of pesos at risk: cybersecurity.

In the construction industry, there is something more difficult to move than a tower crane or to change a poorly designed foundation: to change the attitude of people on site. We have all experienced it. That resident or superintendent with twenty years of experience who frowns barely hears the word “platform”, “app” or “digitalization”.

In the construction industry there is an unwritten phrase: “The only sure plan is that there will be changes.” It doesn't matter if we are talking about a house, an industrial warehouse or a corporate tower, sooner or later the moment will come when the customer says: “what if we better put this in a different color?” , “Can this wall be moved?” , “I don't want that finish anymore”.

Have you seen the Nodal trend that says: * “if we organize, we'll get married in a month” *? Well, something similar happens in construction: there are times when the customer pushes the date, unforeseen events accumulate and suddenly you have to **finish a project in record time**.

In every work there are moments of pressure: tight deliveries, tense meetings, clients who change their minds in the middle of the game. And while many project managers experience it as endless stress, the cracks of the sport show us that under pressure is where leaders are forged.

In a work, hierarchy is like the steel frame in a column: invisible to the naked eye, but absolutely necessary for everything to be sustained. Without a clear outline of who decides, who oversees and who executes, the work becomes a chaos of delays, cost overruns and frustrations.

The figure of the construction resident is key to any construction project. It is not just the person who “is on site”: it is the one who resolves, coordinates, reports and ensures that physical progress is aligned with the program, plans and technical agreements.

Today more than ever, construction requires speed, precision and good communication. And that is not achieved with calls or paper, but with technology in the field. The doubt? Should you provide your staff with iPads or phones? How much does efficiency really improve?

Last week I was in Guadalajara visiting several companies in the construction sector. Between meetings, presentations and works in progress, I had to go up and down many elevators. And in one of those, while I waited in silence, I had a question that I'm sure many of us have had: How do elevators really work in such tall buildings?

Discover what construction control is, its stages, functions and benefits. Learn how to optimize your construction projects with Buildpeer.

Discover the most common bad practices in construction scheduling, how to avoid them and what tools to use to plan successful construction projects.

Discover how Latin America is moving towards paperless work. Challenges, barriers and real cases of digitalization with software like Buildpeer that optimize projects.

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming construction in Mexico. Learn about its applications, benefits, challenges and how to get started with Buildpeer.

When Fabian Marín first stepped onto a construction site as a child, he wasn’t there to play. His mother, a civil engineer, and his father, an architect, had brought him into their world—a world of sketches, structures, and systems.

The construction industry is undergoing a seismic shift. The adoption of digital tools, especially with AI, isn’t just changing how projects are managed. It’s redefining what effective leadership looks like.

While much of the conversation in the construction industry focuses on digital transformation for speed and efficiency, the real story is in the long-term financial impact. For forward-thinking builders, digitalization isn’t just a tech upgrade, it’s a decision that protects margins, improves visibility, and builds a more resilient business.

In construction, time is money, and confusion can be costly. For years, WhatsApp groups, calls, and back-and-forth emails have been the default way to coordinate project approvals in the construction industry.

What was the journey to finding PMF? What is PMF? When did you know you had PMF and what advice would you share with entrepreneurs that are in the initial stages of their product?

At Buildpeer, we recognize that efficiency is essential to completing projects on time and within budget, however, safety remains the top priority on any job site.

What was the process of going from your ideation stage to the first MVP? And how did you know what features to focus on/prioritize?

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) known as T-MEC in Mexico replaced NAFTA in 2020 and governs over $1.5 trillion in annual trade across North America (2022).

Finding the right people to join your startup is challenging, especially when you haven't started product development or gained traction. I'll guide you through our initial hires at Buildpeer and end up with some tips for scaling your team effectively.

In construction, downtime is expensive. Whether it’s waiting for instructions, digging through outdated drawings, or losing track of progress on-site, when communication stalls, so does the project. That's why Buildpeer launched something we’re incredibly excited about: Offline Mode (Beta version).

At BuildPeer, we’re data-driven by design. Whether we’re helping construction teams collaborate or supporting product builders across emerging markets, our decisions always start with the data.

At Buildpeer, our mission is to simplify construction management for teams across Latin America. We understand how important it is to stay on top of timelines and budgets, especially when working with distributed teams and complex workflows.

After months of iterative development and in-depth analysis, we’re proud to launch the new and improved: Buildpeer Website This update represents a comprehensive overhaul informed by user behavior data, conversion funnel diagnostics, and UX best practices. Our Growth Marketing team executed multiple rounds of A/B testing, heatmap analysis, and performance audits to better understand how users navigate and interact with the site.

At BuildPeer, we believe in empowering construction teams with the tools they need to build efficiently and effectively. Our mission is to remove barriers, simplify workflows, and create a future where communication is seamless.

In the construction industry, seamless communication and efficient project management are essential for success. Buildpeer was designed with this in mind, offering an intuitive platform that simplifies collaboration and streamlines workflows. But how does a customer go from discovering Buildpeer to fully integrating it into their projects?

At Buildpeer, we believe in solving real problems in the construction industry through technology. One of our biggest challenges was ensuring seamless communication between field teams and office staff.

How Construction Teams Are Using BuildPeer to Solve Real Problems

Share some of the most successful practices that you did for your Seed Round fundraising as well as some of the challenges. How do you balance fundraising and also growing your business?

Onboarding SaaS clients effectively can mean the difference between a satisfied long-term customer and one that churns. A smooth onboarding process ensures clients see value early and stay engaged. Here are a few best practices that have helped Buildpeer to improve our customer's experience with Buildpeer.

In an industry built on precision and trust, finding ways to improve communication, project tracking, and collaboration can determine whether a construction project succeeds or struggles. For Pórtico, a construction and architecture firm in Monterrey, Mexico, navigating these challenges led them to Buildpeer, a platform that has since transformed their processes, team dynamics, and client satisfaction.

Learn how technology is changing skills in construction: robotics, drones, AI and more.

Learn how inspections impact safety, quality and regulatory compliance on site. Improve your control with technology and best practices.

Learn about the trends that will mark construction in Mexico in 2025: sustainability, digitalization and megaprojects.

How to determine which construction project management tool is best for you in 2025.

A few examples of how to prepare for holiday shutdowns for Construction Projects.

Discover effective strategies to strengthen the relationship with your clients in construction using communication, technology and collaboration.

Explore the main construction projects in Mexico for 2024, from the Maya Train to expanding industrial hubs. Get to know the future of the sector!

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s a great time to reflect on what areas of your business as a construction company you improve. Share 3 common areas many construction companies struggle with and provide a few solutions.

Three examples of how data visualization is helping decision-making within the construction industry.

Discover how automation transforms the construction industry with robotics, modular production and digital tools to optimize projects.

Discuss The common mistakes in construction management and how Builpeer can help avoid them