- Bridgit’s flagship product, Bridgit Bench, is now available to construction companies in the European Union and United Kingdom
- Expansion made possible by previous investments from Autodesk, Salesforce Ventures, and others
TORONTO, CANADA, NOVEMBER 7, 2024 – Bridgit, the leading provider of workforce planning solutions for the construction industry, today announced the launch of its flagship product, Bridgit Bench, into the European Union (EU) and United Kingdom (UK). This expansion, following Bridgit’s first million-dollar quarter last year and five consecutive quarters of revenue growth since, marks a critical milestone in our commitment to empower construction leaders with tools that optimize workforce utilization, enhance project visibility, and support team collaboration across regions.
“The European construction market is experiencing rapid growth and demand for construction innovation, partially driven by significant labor shortages,” said Mallorie Brodie, CEO of Bridgit. “Bridgit is uniquely positioned to help contractors get the most from their teams with our people-centric workforce planning and best practices baked into the platform.”
Bridgit is a purpose-built, GDPR-compliant solution, offering real-time insights into workforce allocation, project timelines, and resource availability.
Key features of Bridgit Bench include:
- Real-Time Workforce Visibility: Track project member assignments, skills, and availability at a glance.
- Automated Forecasting and Reporting: Generate accurate forecasts for workforce needs and make data-driven decisions.
- Seamless Team Collaboration: Centralize communication around workforce assignments to streamline project planning.
Construction leaders across the EU/UK can now benefit from Bridgit’s platform and team, trusted by North American industry leaders, including over 30% of the ENR 400, to fit company-specific needs, from small construction teams to enterprise-level operations.
“As a trusted partner, Bridgit has streamlined our Operations team’s ability to assign our talent to our diverse portfolio of projects and maintain staffing needs. With Bridgit launching in Europe, it will allow us to continue to support our global teams. We look forward to extending our partnership with them into Europe.” – Alexander Gutman, Chief Technology Officer, Gilbane Building Company
The construction sector in Europe is facing a significant labor shortage, nearly three times higher than a decade ago. To help adjust to this reality, construction leaders must reach new levels of workforce communication, project automation, and overall efficiency. By leveraging Bridgit Bench, EU/UK firms can stay ahead of project demands, reduce inefficiencies, and drive sustainable growth.
Bridgit’s expansion underscores its commitment to addressing global workforce challenges by providing construction firms with powerful, user-friendly tools that directly combat labor shortages. By leveraging Bridgit Bench, EU/UK firms can stay ahead of project demands, reduce inefficiencies, and drive sustainable growth.
For more information on Bridgit Bench and its availability in the EU/UK and other global markets, visit gobridgit.com.
About Bridgit Bridgit is a leading workforce planning software company that helps construction leaders effectively manage and optimize their teams. Founded in 2012, Bridgit is committed to driving the industry forward with cutting-edge technology that fosters clarity and productivity. Bridgit Bench is trusted by some of the largest construction companies across North America and is now available to support workforce planning globally.
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