Host platform to the IHBC’s Conservation Wiki, Designing Buildings (DB), has published ‘A Practical Guide to using AI for smaller Construction Firms’ by Greg Wilkes which describes how smaller firms can benefit from using AI.
DB writes:
Artificial Intelligence is everywhere these days. Every time you scroll LinkedIn or open a construction magazine, someone is talking about how artificial intelligence is revolutionising the building industry. It sounds fantastic if you’re one of the big players with endless budgets. But what about smaller construction businesses? You’re probably wondering, ‘Can we realistically use AI, or is it just another costly time-wasting gimmick?’
The good news is you don’t need massive budgets or a dedicated IT department to effectively use AI. Smaller firms often benefit most by keeping things simple, targeted, and practical. Let me break down exactly how you can start using AI to streamline operations in a way that genuinely makes sense for your business….
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The Real Goal: More Time, Less Stress
AI isn’t about technology for its own sake. It’s about creating more space for you and your team to focus on growing your business rather than just running it. Imagine fewer admin tasks, fewer cash-flow headaches, clearer schedules, and more effective marketing.
Start small, keep it simple, and watch AI quickly become your greatest ally in building a successful, stress-free construction business.
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