by Lisa Bevan
12. December 2011 04:44
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One small company in Seattleproves that innovation, insight into the needs of an industry, and good old hard work can cause growth in business. CNN reported EagleView has reshaped a $30 billion dollar industry. Sparked from his brother-in-law and roofing salesman, David Carlson, Chris Pershing, was inspired with an innovative idea. He created a 3-D imaging on-demand report that could capture measurements of almost every roof in the country. |
To those of us who are not interested in the roofing industry, this may not mean a lot. However, in the roofing industry, it meant a transition into an entirely different way the industry measures roofs. This means no climbing, no time-consuming labor, quicker estimates, and no accidents. The EagleView software is used by thousands of roofers and insurance companies today. Sales are up 200% from last year, approaching $40 million, all through innovation.
Similarly, innovations can be made for any aspect of industry and/or business. A smart way to deliver products today is via couriers services like AQuickDelivery. Large corporations are seeking ways to cut transportation costs, especially within short distances and this is what couriers do. Online companies are becoming key shippers, and the e-commerce industry steadily grows, changing how industries do business. Innovation may not be the same way we do business, yet it will achieve better results.
References: Jennifer Alsever, CNNMoney, 12/9/11, One small company reinvents a $30 billion market
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