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Checkfirst raises $1.5M pre-seed, applying AI to remote inspections and audits | TechCrunch

May 08, 2024 - techcrunch.com
Ben Lambert, founder of Checkfirst, has developed an AI-powered workflow tool that allows for remote inspections and scheduling of inspectors based on geographical location and qualifications. The startup, which has raised a pre-seed $1.5 million led by Lisbon-based venture firm, Olisipo Way, and Hiero VC, aims to reduce travel, lower environmental footprint, and improve worker satisfaction. The tool also addresses the issue of scheduling, which Lambert identified as a major problem in the TICC (Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance) industry.

Checkfirst is competing against large incumbents in the compliance space, such as Intact Systems, Lumiform, Safety Culture, and Happy Co. However, Lambert asserts that Checkfirst differentiates itself by being an API-first solution that uses AI for image recognition, automation, report summaries, and scheduling. The startup is currently working with several clients on proof-of-concepts, including one with 30,000 customers.

Key takeaways:

  • Ben Lambert founded an AI-powered workflow tools startup, Checkfirst, to allow for remote inspections and scheduling of inspectors based on location and qualifications.
  • The startup has raised a pre-seed $1.5 million led by Lisbon-based, early-stage venture firm, Olisipo Way, and Hiero VC, with participation from Notion Capital, and angel investors from companies like Source Point, Busuu, Swogo and FaceIT.
  • Checkfirst is designed to solve the problem of scheduling in the TICC industry, reducing unnecessary travel and saving companies money.
  • The startup is currently working with several clients on proof-of-concepts, one of which has 30,000 customers.
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