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Why Construction Trades Must Train Their Employees on AI Now

Why Construction Trades Must Train Their Employees on AI Now

by Carl Britton | Dec 20, 2025 | AI in Construction, AI Prompt, Tech In Construction

The construction industry sits at a critical crossroads. While AI tools have become part of everyday life, most construction companies haven’t made formal AI training part of their workforce development plans. That needs to change. Here’s the reality: your...
Know This, Do That: 6 Practical AI Wins for Construction Contractors

Know This, Do That: 6 Practical AI Wins for Construction Contractors

by Carl Britton | Dec 13, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

The construction industry loves to overcomplicate things. We turn simple problems into complex solutions that require consultants, committees, and capital expenditures. Meanwhile, the real work sits waiting. Nic Bittle’s book “Know This, Do That”...
5 Reasons Why Union Apprenticeship Programs Must Add AI Training to the Curriculum

5 Reasons Why Union Apprenticeship Programs Must Add AI Training to the Curriculum

by Carl Britton | Dec 6, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

Union apprenticeship programs have always represented the gold standard for trades education. The combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training produces skilled workers who can handle complex projects safely and efficiently. But today’s apprentices...
The 5 AI Skills Every Construction Worker Needs Today

The 5 AI Skills Every Construction Worker Needs Today

by Carl Britton | Nov 24, 2025 | AI in Construction, AI Prompt, Tech In Construction

Construction work is changing. AI tools are moving from the office trailer to the job site, and workers who learn these five skills will have a major advantage. You don’t need to become a tech expert. You just need to know enough to save time, avoid rework, and...
Gemini 3 is Here: What the “Thinking” AI Update Means for Your Jobsite

Gemini 3 is Here: What the “Thinking” AI Update Means for Your Jobsite

by Carl Britton | Nov 22, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

If you’ve taken one of my workshops, you know my mantra: AI isn’t coming for your job; it’s coming for the chaos in your day. Google just released its massive update, Gemini 3, and it is a game-changer for the construction industry. This isn’t just a slightly...
ChatGPT Model 5.1: What Has Changed and Why It Matters

ChatGPT Model 5.1: What Has Changed and Why It Matters

by Carl Britton | Nov 16, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

ChatGPT Model 5.1: What Has Changed and Why It Matters OpenAI quietly rolled out GPT-5.1 on November 12, 2024, and if you’re a regular ChatGPT user, you might have already noticed something different. The update brings practical improvements that make daily...
How to Build a Custom GPT for Construction: A Complete Guide

How to Build a Custom GPT for Construction: A Complete Guide

by Carl Britton | Nov 3, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

If you’re a construction professional looking to save time on repetitive tasks, building a custom GPT could be your answer. This guide will walk you through creating a specialized AI assistant that actually works on real jobsites. Why Build a Custom GPT for...
Talk Is Cheap: A 12-Month AI Program for Association Members

Talk Is Cheap: A 12-Month AI Program for Association Members

by Carl Britton | Oct 27, 2025 | AI in Construction, AI Prompt

Your contractors face a tough choice every day. They see artificial intelligence changing the construction landscape around them, but they don’t know where to start. Meanwhile, competitors who embrace AI gain significant advantages in bidding, safety monitoring,...
5 Ways Construction Trades Companies Can Use Microsoft Copilot to Work Smarter, Not Harder

5 Ways Construction Trades Companies Can Use Microsoft Copilot to Work Smarter, Not Harder

by Carl Britton | Oct 15, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

Here’s a tough pill to swallow: construction productivity has fallen by more than 30 percent since 1970. During that same time, the rest of the U.S. economy doubled its productivity. That’s not a typo. While other industries figured out how to do more with...
AI Tools That Actually Help Construction Contractors Get Work Done

AI Tools That Actually Help Construction Contractors Get Work Done

by Carl Britton | Oct 13, 2025 | AI in Construction, Tech In Construction

AI Tools List! At the bottom of this page, there is a large list of AI tools that construction companies can use! If you’re running an electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or general contracting business, you’ve probably heard the buzz about AI. But here’s...
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