Using Vertical AI to Improve the Construction Software Industry

When people think of AI, they often imagine a one-size-fits-all solution capable of doing just about anything. But the most impactful AI isn’t generic—it’s vertical AI, purpose-built for specific industries and job functions.

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At Ressio, vertical AI is at the heart of what we do.

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What is Vertical AI?

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Vertical AI narrows the scope of AI to focus on specific outcomes within a particular industry. It’s about designing tools that deeply understand the unique workflows and challenges of a field—in our case, the custom home building and construction industry.

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For builders, that means creating AI solutions to automate the busy work of superintendents, project coordinators, vendors, and owners. We’re not trying to replace them; we’re aiming to free them from time-consuming, manual tasks so they can focus on what they do best: high-quality building.

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A Real-Life Example for Custom Home Builders: Automating Project Summaries

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One of the best examples of vertical AI in action is how we’ve reimagined project summaries.

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Think about the best builders you know. They often send regular reports—weekly or monthly—summarizing change orders, job site updates, photos, schedule tasks, and more. These summaries are critical for keeping clients and teams aligned, but creating them is time-consuming.

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Most builders I know tackle this task on a Sunday afternoon, on the couch, when they’d rather be spending time with family or unwinding from the week. It’s no surprise that these reports can feel like a chore—leading to rushed, lower-quality work.

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At Ressio, we’ve automated this entire process.

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With a single click, builders can generate a comprehensive summary directly from their project data. Our AI model gathers and organizes:

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• Completed tasks
• Job site photos
• Client selections
• Upcoming schedules

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To ensure that incorrect information doesn’t get sent out, there is a review process.

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Once the AI generates the initial draft, builders can edit it to meet their specific needs. The summary is based on a customizable template that can be set up with help from one of our customer success coaches. Don’t want to include invoices? Simply remove them. Prefer to focus only on job site updates and skip change orders? No problem. Builders can tailor the report to reflect what’s most relevant to their audience, ensuring a personalized touch with minimal effort.

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This results in a polished, professional report in seconds. Builders can review it, make minor edits, and send it off—no Sunday couch sessions required.

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The Great Equalizer for Small and Medium Sized Builders 

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Short-Term Benefits

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For small and medium-sized builders, AI offers an immediate opportunity to eliminate time-consuming tasks and improve efficiency.

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Here’s how:

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• Automating workflows. AI can turn notes into a to-do list, extract data from PDFs, and generate polished reports in seconds.
• Freeing up time. Builders can spend less time on tedious administrative tasks and more time focusing on delivering high-quality projects.
• Reducing errors. By automating repetitive tasks, AI minimizes the chance of manual mistakes, like missing critical data or miscommunicating key project details.

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By taking care of the repetitive work, AI helps smaller builders compete with larger players who may have more resources. It’s about working smarter, not harder.

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Long-Term Benefits

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While the short-term impact of AI is all about efficiency, the long-term potential lies in data and insights.

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Here’s what the future could look like:

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• Predicting profitability. AI can analyze past projects and trends to help builders forecast cash flow and make smarter financial decisions.
• Optimizing operations. Builders can use AI to identify inefficiencies, reduce costs, and improve project outcomes.
• Improving resource allocation. AI can recommend the best use of labor and materials, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.

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Over time, AI will empower small builders to not only stay competitive but also lead the industry with smarter, data-driven decisions. It’s an opportunity to thrive in a changing market and achieve growth that might have felt out of reach before.

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This is why I get so excited about vertical AI. It’s not just about adopting new technology; it’s about giving every builder—no matter the size—the tools to succeed.