Solving Interoperability Issues in the Construction Industry: The Didimi Journey

Summary: In this podcast episode, Rupert hosts Ioannis Brilakis and Kyriakos Kantarakias, discussing their startup Didimi, which aims to solve interoperability issues in the construction industry. They share their backgrounds, the inspiration behind Didimi, and the challenges they faced in building a collaborative platform for engineers. The conversation covers their growth journey, funding strategies, and the balance between academia and entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of understanding customer needs and the evolving landscape of the construction sector. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:16 The Birth of Didimi 09:06 Understanding Interoperability in Construction 12:40 Growth and Early Success of Didimi 15:28 Balancing Academia and Entrepreneurship 18:05 Navigating Large Contracts in Construction 22:50 Funding Strategies and Building a Team 27:20 Product Development and Market Fit 29:30 Collaboration Between Founders 32:35 Key Learnings and Advice for Startups 35:11 Future Outlook for Didimi https://www.linkedin.com/in/ioannis-brilakis-14415834/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyriakos-kantarakias-7b3b605a/ www.didimi.com

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