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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?

An honest look at the chaos, resistance and hope in the daily lives of residents and construction supervisors in Mexico

The work program is the backbone of any project... but it's also one of the most ignored, outdated, or misused documents in the industry.

A week ago I had the opportunity to record on the Buildpeer Podcast a partner from an industrial warehouse company in the region where he explained to me the way in which he began to apply digitalization to his processes... and his answer surprised me.

If you work in construction in Mexico, chances are you’ve seen a steady implementation of technology on job sites, digital drawings, online collaboration platforms, maybe even drone mapping progress. However, a bigger shift is underway globally that’s reshaping economies: artificial intelligence.

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.

5 Ways technology is Reshaping Construction Workforce Skills

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

Some of the predictions about construction trends in Mexico in 2025.

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.

Mention specific action you can automatize inside Buildpeer and the time your saving.

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