New tool built on Renoworks platform gives
James Hardie contractors access to on-demand measurements, 3D
models, and realistic designs just by entering an
address
CALGARY, AB, June 16, 2020 /CNW/ - Renoworks Software
Inc. (TSXV: RW) ("Renoworks"), the leading
end-to-end visualization platform for the building construction
industry, today announced that James Hardie Building Products,
Inc. ("James Hardie"), the global leader in fiber cement
technology, launched the new James Hardie Remote Measurement
& Design Tool built on the Renoworks visualizer platform.
A 100% Virtual Sales Experience
With COVID-19 pressuring the remodeling industry to connect with
homeowners without an in-person visit, exterior replacement
contractors are searching for tools to help transition their sales
processes to the digital world.
The James Hardie Remote Measurement & Design Tool comes as a
timely solution to this problem by providing contractors with the
services necessary to estimate, quote, and finalize product
decisions with the homeowners remotely. Services on the new
solution include accurate aerial measurements, interactive 3D
models, and realistic design visualizations, all generated from a
homeowner's address. Contractors can also easily share projects
with the homeowner and show them design options through a
third-party virtual webinar service.
How It Works
The new solution is a mobile-responsive, web-based, platform
that can be accessed on any device by the James Hardie contractor
without the need to download an app, take photos, or input
measurements.
After the contractor enters a property address, they have the
option of ordering full-property measurements with accompanying
interactive 3D models and realistic visualizations of the property.
The contractor can include both services together so they can
obtain the measurements they require to estimate and quote while
maintaining engagement with the homeowner with interactive 3D and
photorealistic visualizations that assist the homeowner with easy
product decisions and immediate confidence in their home
project.
The solution takes accurate aerial measurement data from
EagleView® and processes it with Renoworks' technology to create
full-property interactive 3D models that can be designed with James
Hardie's world-renowned siding and trim products, as well as
various window, door, and roof products enhances the design
experience. Going beyond 3D, "Realistic Visualizations" are
generated from a pre-existing, street-level, photo of the property
and transformed into an interactive design experience without the
need to visit the property or obtain photographs from the homeowner
ahead of a sales call.
"We are continually looking for innovative sales and workflow
tools to help our loyal contractor customers succeed." Said
Jim Mallers, Associate Segment
Manager - Repair & Remodel of James Hardie. "We are pleased to
work together with Renoworks to launch the James Hardie Remote
Measurement & Design Tool, and look forward to offering it as a
valuable tool for contractors across the country who trust and rely
on James Hardie products."
Renoworks CEO Doug Vickerson also
commented on the launch of the new solution:
"Renoworks is very proud to develop a solution to help James
Hardie contractors transform their sales processes to be more
digitally-focused. We believe this new solution will help
contractors better meet homeowners where they are in terms of what
they expect of a home remodeling experience.
Mr. Vickerson went on to state that:
"Whether the challenge is social-distancing or increasing demand
for convenient, fully-digital experiences to book remodeling
projects, the James Hardie Remote Measurement and Visualization
Tool will serve contractors well, now and into the future.
Contractors can use the James Hardie Remote Measurement &
Design Tool here: https://jameshardiepros.renoworks.com/.
ABOUT JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS, INC.
James Hardie is the global leader in fiber cement technology, and
has been furthering founder James Hardie's innovative,
entrepreneurial legacy around the world for more than 125 years. It
invented fiber cement siding products in the early 1980s as a
durable, lower-maintenance alternative to wood and vinyl. Its
products combine innovation and versatility to offer a variety of
design possibilities, matched with specific performance attributes
relative to the climate where the product is being used. Currently
installed on more than 8 million homes in North America, James Hardie has earned a
favorable reputation within the industry and has been specified in
some of the country's most prestigious projects. For more
information about James Hardie, visit jameshardie.com.
ABOUT RENOWORKS
Renoworks Software Inc. develops and sells unique digital
visualization software and integration solutions for the remodeling
and new home construction industry. Renoworks delivers its
technology to manufacturers, contractors, builders, and retailers,
offering solutions to one of the home improvement industry's
greatest challenges: enabling homeowners to review their product
selections in a true-to-life virtual environment before committing
to purchases and construction. Renoworks markets its technologies
as innovative engagement tools and generates revenues from five
main business lines: Renoworks Enterprise, Renoworks PRO, Renoworks
Design Services, Renoworks FastTrack and Renoworks API (Application
Programming Interface). For more information, visit:
www.renoworks.com and www.renoworkspro.com.
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SOURCE RenoWorks Software Inc.