Concora has been recognized by CIOReview Magazine as the recipient of “Top 20 Construction Tech Solution Companies - 2021,” based on our proprietary methodology, reflecting its position in the industry. This profile has been developed by the CIOReview research and editorial team based on insights from an interview with Eric Snyder, CEO.

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The Architects of Online Commercial Presence in the Construction World

Eric Snyder, CEO

The increasing trend toward doing business entirely online only heightened with the onset of the pandemic that brought the global market on a single online forum. However, as many industry verticals leveraged this opportunity to expand their businesses, the building materials manufacturers seemed to lag. This was partly because of their products’ sheer size and volume and the traditional relationships that architects, engineers, and contractors (AECs) had with them. The increasing complexity of their distribution channels and the inefficiency of their communication methods only made it more challenging to transform their business model. This has brought about the need for a drastic shift in building materials sales from traditional brick and mortar stores to an online platform to expand the distribution of goods to suppliers, dealers, wholesalers, and businesses. It will further facilitate brands and manufacturers to collaborate easily and experiment with new sales possibilities.
"Concora is on its way to roll out additional functionalities and deliver a dashboard for AECs to manage their commercial projects effectively."
Implementing this online model in designing insightful and innovative SaaS solutions for building materials manufacturers is Concora. The company builds solutions to help clients navigate the complexities of getting their materials specified for use in commercial projects. With its digital experience platform, manufacturers can offer a simplified buyer journey that meets the stringent requirements of commercial AEC customers. “We enable an online window-shopping experience for AECs and make it easy to locate technical product information and create submittals from one single platform,” mentions Eric Snyder, the CEO of Concora.

Concora’s platform essentially transforms the relationships between AECs and building materials manufacturers by enabling online access to all of the information needed to specify products, including technical specifications, features, and functions of products. It offers a seamless web experience by anchoring to existing manufacturer websites and providing a rich content management tool to help them manage and publish important technical content, including BIM, Revit, 3-part specs, and sustainability. This software also allows AECs to create submittals on the fly with its submittal packages incorporated within a single PDF.

They can also manage and publish important sustainability documentation.

One of the newest additions to Concora’s platform is its project showcase functionality that displays manufacturers’ products in actual projects in an engaging manner. It helps AECs visualize these products, learn their diverse usage, specify the products, track leads, and generate appropriate submittals. By offering videos, downloadable content, and custom project displays using the project showcase capability, Concora increases the professional trust for the manufacturers’ brands and products.

We enable an online window-shopping experience for AECs and make it easy to locate technical product information and create submittals from one single platform,” mentions Eric Snyder, the CEO of Concora

Another feature of Concora’s platform is its product category experience that guides the AECs to find the desired products quickly and efficiently. It allows manufacturers to highlight their product offerings, categorize them into refined listings, and provide highquality filters and custom search options based on AEC customers’ requirements. “To deliver a trusted experience to AECs, we ensure they stay on our client’s website by fulfilling their requirements and exceeding the expectations of their customers, thus increasing the retention rate and business growth for manufacturers,” adds Snyder.

Going beyond the mundane AEC engagement methodology, Concora ensures that its products align well with its broader customer base. The company has a strong focus on engaging with clients and helping them understand the value of enabling a more intuitive digital process that can influence the buyer’s journey. In doing so, Concora is on its way to roll out additional functionalities and deliver a dashboard for AECs to manage their commercial projects effectively. The company enriches the user experience by enhancing the visual capabilities while selecting products, all the way to supporting full projects via its platform. Concora also offers simple marketing tools to capture qualified leads with detailed contact information, thus driving incremental revenue. “As the steward of the company, I have always been driven by the mission to solidify our roadmap and work with clients to coinnovate and drive new products to the market. I have since been successful in instilling this spirit among all my team members. Today, as a team, we are heading toward creating a business model of the future for building material manufacturers,” concludes Snyder.

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Concora and Cosmo Cabinets: A Partnership for Seamless Product Specification

Friday, May 05, 2023

Cosmo Cabinets partners with Concora to modernize product specification, offering a seamless digital experience for high-quality euro-style frameless cabinets

ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, : Concora is proud to partner with Georgia-based Cosmo Cabinets, the leading manufacturer of 100% USA made full access frameless kitchen and bath cabinets in the Southeast USA region.

Cosmo Cabinets, founded in 2017, has quickly become a go-to provider of modern euro-style frameless cabinets for many new multi-family, senior living, student housing, military, and track developments.

By partnering with Concora, Cosmo Cabinets is able to offer AECs a more efficient way to specify their products early on in the building process. AECs have access to all product technical documentation, Revitt files, and information in one centralized location. The time-saving features, such as download, compare, project saves, and submittal generation, make the product specification process a breeze.

"One of the major benefits of specifying Cosmo Cabinets is their commitment to producing modern, high-quality cabinets, built to last by skilled craftspeople. As an Atlanta resident, I'm excited to be working with a Georgia-based manufacturer of cabinetry," said Eric Snyder, CEO of Concora.

"At Cosmo Cabinets, we're thrilled to partner with Concora in bringing our products to architects, engineers, and contractors in a seamless digital experience. Our cutting-edge frameless cabinets, paired with Concora's Design Tools, will revolutionize the way AECs specify and source products, saving time and streamlining the process." Said Umaesh Khaitan, CEO and Founder of Cosmo Cabinets.

Architects play a crucial role in the construction industry, and Cosmo Cabinets is dedicated to providing them with the tools they need to bring their visions to life. By partnering with Concora, Cosmo Cabinets is able to offer architects a streamlined, digital experience that simplifies the product specification process. This allows architects to focus on what they do best: designing amazing buildings that meet the needs of their clients. With Cosmo Cabinets' products and Concora's Design Tools, architects can be confident that they are providing their clients with the best possible solutions for their kitchen and bath cabinetry needs.

The company's mission is to provide the most modern, high-quality cabinets on the market. Cosmo Cabinets uses only the finest materials and employs skilled craftspeople who take pride in their work. As a result, their cabinets are built to last, making them an excellent investment for builders, developers, and homeowners alike.

Through the access to valuable insights and leads provided by Concora Spec, Cosmo Cabinets' sales and marketing teams can tap into new markets in the multi-family and commercial sectors. It provides a seamless, digital experience for specifying high-quality, modern euro-style frameless cabinets that are built to last. By using Cosmo Cabinets' products early on in the building process, AECs can streamline their workflows, minimize delays, and deliver exceptional results that meet the needs and expectations of their clients.

Concora & Wayne Dalton: Refining the Digital Journey to Product Specification

Friday, November 17, 2023

Concora and Wayne Dalton's partnership leverages Concora Spec to transform digital experiences for design professionals

ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES,-- Concora, a pioneering company specializing in digital solutions for building product manufacturers, is thrilled to announce its latest partnership with Wayne Dalton, a renowned designer, manufacturer, and installer of residential garage doors and commercial doors. Established in 1954, Wayne Dalton has evolved from its modest roots in a weathered garage to a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility spanning over one million square feet, with nine plants across America. This partnership aims to leverage Concora's specialized platform, Concora Spec, to further elevate the digital experience for design professionals in the commercial sector.

"Wayne Dalton's commitment to introducing cutting-edge products in both commercial and residential markets aligns seamlessly with Concora's mission to offer innovative digital solutions for Design Professionals. This collaboration guarantees an unparalleled experience - ensuring their customers benefit from a seamless, innovative, and trustworthy digital journey." Eric Snyder, CEO of Concora

In an effort to improve the digital experience for their commercial design professionals Wayne Dalton found an ideal solution in Concora Spec to power their new Technical Documents Resource Center, which is designed to simplify and enhance the digital journey for product selection and specification. The platform's features such as advanced search functionality, easy downloads, and project saves are strategically aligned with Wayne Dalton's goal to minimize clicks and provide a more efficient experience for design professionals.

In addition to Concora Spec, Wayne Dalton will also benefit from Concora’s Submittal Generator, a game-changing tool that automates the submittal process, substantially reducing errors and saving time for design professionals.

“This partnership with Concora, combined with the launch of our new website this year, signifies a leap in our mission to elevate ease of use for all of our customers in the digital space. We are excited to say that architects, contractors, and specifiers can now experience a seamless navigation, improved searchability, and have convenient access to the files that matter most.” Alex Ligorotis, Wayne Dalton Brand Manager.

As Wayne Dalton strives to stay ahead of the competition, the integration of Concora's innovative tools and resources provides a competitive edge, offering capabilities that are unparalleled in the industry.

The collaboration between Concora and Wayne Dalton signifies a shared commitment to technological innovation and customer-centric solutions. This partnership sets the stage for a simplified, yet enriched, user experience, transforming the way Wayne Dalton engages with its core commercial audience.

By combining Concora's expertise in digital experience with Wayne Dalton's legacy, both companies are poised to redefine the interaction between manufacturers and design professionals, ensuring a future of streamlined processes and enriched experiences.

Top 20 Construction Tech Solution Companies - 2021

Company
Concora

Management
Eric Snyder, CEO

Description
Concora is one of the leading companies that Implements an online model in designing insightful and innovative SaaS solutions for building materials manufacturers. The company builds solutions to help clients navigate the complexities of getting their materials specified for use in commercial projects. With its digital experience platform, manufacturers can offer a simplified buyer journey that meets the stringent requirements of commercial AEC customers. Concora’s platform essentially transforms the relationships between AECs and building materials manufacturers by enabling online access to all of the information needed to specify products, including technical specifications, features, and functions of products

Concora The Architects of Online Commercial Presence in the Construction World