Inside the Spec

Inside the Spec
Podcast Description
A podcast for manufacturers looking to understand what truly influences an architect’s material choices. Because understanding how architects think is the first step to becoming their standard choice.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into various themes including communication strategies for manufacturers, evolving specification needs, architectural product performance, and the impact of digital tools. Episodes feature insights on topics like capturing architects' attention in a crowded market, sustainability requirements in specifications, and the importance of authentic relationship building.

A podcast for manufacturers looking to understand what truly influences an architect’s material choices. Because understanding how architects think is the first step to becoming their standard choice.
In this episode of Inside the Spec, Megan Kacvinsky and Vardhan Mehta engage with John Crosby, the new president of the Window and Door Manufacturers Association. They discuss the challenges and opportunities within the window and door industry, focusing on overcommoditization, consumer preferences, and the importance of innovation and testing standards. John shares insights from his extensive experience in construction and policymaking, emphasizing the need for the industry to accelerate and adapt to changing market dynamics. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration among industry players and the evolving expectations of consumers, particularly younger generations.

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