The Challenge

Civil engineer (15+ years, Dominican Republic): identified construction industry bottleneck—government permitting process (MIVED) slow, frustrating, expensive. Large projects sometimes start without permits, simply pay fines (risky inefficient workaround). Manual paper-based process = massive time/resource drain for every architect/engineer. Vision for streamlining platform but lacked architectural knowledge + software development expertise.

The Approach

Partnership evolved from single feature to comprehensive “Digital Construction Hub”: (1) Freemium hook (free tier basic tools = large user base lead generation), (2) Budgeting engine (automated tool for project parameters → detailed material/labor budget, $56/month subscription), (3) Architectural marketplace (architects sell template plans $45K vs. $95K custom, high-volume scalable), (4) Global vision (adapt plans for different codes/materials, serve US + foreigners building in DR), (5) Real estate integration (buy plan → connect with agents/builders, referral partnerships).

The Results

Massive efficiency gains (hundreds of hours saved from paperwork/spreadsheets), new revenue streams (professionals become digital entrepreneurs with scalable products), centralized scalable business (multi-million dollar platform with diverse recurring revenue, service-based → platform-based). More than software—creating new digital economy for construction sector built on industry knowledge + cutting-edge technology.

The more efficient system wins. Always.