Our way with brickit - The challenge of digitizing craft businesses
The digitalization of craftsmanship is a major task. When we started with brickit, we were aware that many craft businesses still rely heavily on traditional methods. But this is exactly where the opportunity lies: to simplify processes, save time and make operations more efficient. Our path has not always been easy, but it has brought us valuable insights.
1. The first steps – why we founded brickit
It all started with a simple observation: craft businesses spend a lot of time on administrative tasks. Everything from making an offer to scheduling takes longer than necessary. Our goal was to develop a solution that starts right here and facilitates the everyday life of craft businesses.
Challenges in the initial phase:
- Gain understanding for the specific processes in craft businesses.
- Develop a solution that can be easily integrated into the existing operation.
- Gaining the trust of painters who have worked so far without digital tools.
2. The first learnings – what worked and what didn’t
Not every idea can be implemented immediately. During our development, we quickly realized that the acceptance of digital solutions is different. Some companies were immediately enthusiastic, others had concerns.
Our most important learnings:
- Simplicity is crucial: A solution must be immediately understandable and intuitive.
- Personal exchange makes the difference: Trust is not built with advertising, but with conversations.
- Flexibility is important: Every company works differently, so it needs adaptable solutions.
3. The current status – where we stand today
Meanwhile, we have developed software that allows craft businesses to create offers faster and optimize the booking process. Our solution is continuously improved based on feedback from the companies that use it.
What motivates us the most:
- Direct feedback from painters who save time through brickit.
- See how processes can be made more efficient.
- Advancing digitalization in craftsmanship.
4. Looking to the Future – What’s Next
We are far from the goal. Our vision is to further develop brickit and provide even more features that help craft businesses work more efficiently. We continue to work closely with our users.
Next steps:
- Explore further automation options.
- Make the platform even easier and more intuitive.
- Build partnerships with other craft businesses and suppliers.
Conclusion
Our path with brickit has shown that digitalization in craft is not only possible, but necessary. The biggest challenge remains to reduce scepticism about new technologies. But with the right approach, we can help craft businesses make their everyday lives easier and more efficient.