The State of AI in the Trades examines data gathered from an event gathering thought leaders from across the trades to see how AI is being leveraged in the industry.
Pelles AI, a SMACNA Associate Member, has published a new report called The State of AI in the Trades. The report brings together insights from the AI for Trades event, where trade contractors, technology leaders, and industry experts discussed how AI is being used in the trades. It includes results from a live survey of attendees, roundtable discussions, and a case study from SMACNA Member Southland Industries. The report highlights the experiences, priorities, and challenges that practitioners face as they explore AI in construction. The report was created in collaboration with Brick & Mortar Ventures, United Rentals, Fieldwire by Hilti, Ferguson, Egnyte, and the Heavy Metal Summer Experience.
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