Construction Hot Takes

In this episode, Adam Cooper and Jeff Robertson break down how contractors go from siloed systems to one source of truth for their data, why Procore is built for projects (not company management), and the three ways to actually connect your stack. Including: Off-the-shelf connectors, custom middleware, and a data lake, plus where AI is heading over the next 12 to 24 months.
Chapters:
00:00 - The 300-job treasure hunt
03:35 - Why don't your systems talk to each other?
05:54 - What is a data lake, really?
08:03 - Connectors vs. custom middleware
16:08 - Where is AI taking system integration?
19:33 - How contractors end up with a messy tech stack

See if your data's ready for AI: https://ascentconsults.com/get-your-ai-score-card
A helping hand with AI in construction: https://ascentconsults.com/ai-for-construction-companies/

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This week, try to build one company-level view of your active jobs. Where it breaks is where your systems aren't connected.
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What is Construction Hot Takes?

Hosted by Adam Cooper, CEO of Ascent Consulting, alongside Senior Consultants Gregory Gorman and Jeff Robertson, Construction Hot Takes show dives into the gritty, unfiltered realities of building a profitable construction company. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, they’ve been there—from carrying gear on job sites to leading Ascent, a consulting powerhouse that exclusively serves construction companies across North America.

Each episode is packed with insights, strategies, and insider knowledge from the industry’s top consulting firm for contractors. Discover what big national contractors know about growing a business, get actionable advice on boosting efficiency, and learn how to supercharge your project pipeline. Tune in, get inspired, and gain the knowledge to take your construction business to the next level.