In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Sneha Kumari, co-founder of Merlin AI, shares her journey from being an engineer in supply chain and construction to launching an AI-powered enterprise software tailored for the construction industry. She discusses the challenges faced in traditional software, the importance of understanding industry needs, and the impact of Y Combinator on her entrepreneurial journey. Sneha emphasizes the need for AI adoption in legacy industries, the empowerment of women in construction, and the shared responsibility of tech builders to facilitate change. Takeaways Sneha Kumari is the co-founder of Merlin AI, focusing on construction technology.Her background includes extensive experience in supply chain and construction.Merlin AI aims to address inefficiencies in the construction industry with AI-powered solutions.The importance of understanding industry-specific needs when developing software.Y Combinator played a significant role in refining their vision and approach.AI has been around for a long time but is now more accessible.Customer feedback is crucial for product development and improvement.Women in construction need more empowerment and representation.The construction industry is not averse to technology but requires better implementation.Tech builders share the responsibility for change management in legacy industries.00:00 Introduction to Sneha Kumari and Merlin AI02:58 The Journey into Supply Chain and Construction05:47 Inception of Merlin AI: Addressing Industry Needs08:41 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship12:00 The Impact of Y Combinator on Merlin AI20:20 Navigating Challenges and Lessons Learned23:31 AI Adoption in Legacy Industries27:09 Empowering Women in Construction30:08 Closing Thoughts and Future OutlookExplore more at https://www.merlinai.co/

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