413 – How Remodelers & Builders Should Feel About AI

Develop a clear AI policy for your company, addressing approved tools, data security, and usage guidelines to ensure consistent and secure adoption.

Prioritize major AI platforms (like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini) over micro-SaaS tools, as core functionalities of smaller tools are often quickly integrated into larger, more robust platforms.

Structure your AI workflows and knowledge base in evergreen formats (e.g., Google Docs, Notion) to avoid vendor lock-in and enable easy transitions between different AI tools.

Allocate a monthly budget for AI tools per team member, recognizing that AI software is becoming as essential as email or communication platforms.

Encourage experimentation and feedback from your team on new AI tools and processes; a flexible approach allows for continuous improvement and adaptation.

Understand that different departments or roles within your company may benefit from different AI tools or varying configurations of the same tool (e.g., Claude Code for specialists, Claude Chat for account managers).

Focus on AI adoption and training within your team; providing clear roadmaps, playbooks, and training helps accelerate integration, especially for those less familiar with new technologies.