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Behind Bridgit AI: What we’ve learned building our AI stack
This post was written by Vincent Seguin, Bridgit’s Chief Technology Officer Bridgit AI has now been in the hands of customers for several months, and we’re working every day to further its capabilities and provide more value to our customers. At the same time, we’re continuing our commitment to transparency by offering another look behind the…
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How to manage construction teams working across multiple locations
Your Phoenix office is scrambling to staff a new $20 million healthcare project. Meanwhile, your Denver team has two senior project managers with significant healthcare experience who are wrapping up their current assignments and looking for what’s next. The $20 million project sits in limbo while Phoenix and Denver wait for their weekly sync-up meeting.…
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Behind Bridgit AI: Cultivating a culture of AI curiosity
This post was written by Vincent Seguin, Bridgit’s VP of Engineering Launching Bridgit AI was a huge milestone for our company, and the customer feedback we’ve heard so far has been positive. It has been extremely rewarding to further equip those who rely on our software everyday with additional tools for building project teams and winning…
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Why connecting your CRM with workforce planning is a must
You just won three major projects, but operations won’t find out until next week’s meeting. By then, HR will have to scramble to fill positions that should have been posted a month ago. Meanwhile, everyone’s entering the same project data into different systems, creating a maze of spreadsheets that nobody trusts and everybody dislikes. Sound…
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The art and science of construction labor forecasting
You’re at an industry conference, catching up with someone you haven’t seen in years. They’ve just landed three major projects. Good news, right? Except they look exhausted. “We bid these jobs assuming we had the people,” they tell you. “Now we’re scrambling. I have no idea if we can actually deliver.” You win work, but…
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What is demand forecasting in construction and how does it work?
“We can be proactive and say, ‘In 12 months, we’ll have extra people that are very successful in remodels. Let’s go after some more remodels,’” says Daniel Barry, VP of Operations at Schimenti. That’s demand forecasting working the way it should. Barry isn’t guessing about capacity or hoping the pipeline aligns with his workforce. He’s…
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What is workforce forecasting accuracy and why does it matter?
“Now I can click a button and see that I need four more engineers in October, or it’s showing me that I’m short three engineers today,” says Jamie Miller, Director of Engineering Development at Sellen Construction. That single capability, knowing what’s coming before it arrives, separates contractors who plan from contractors who react. Miller spent…
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How to build an internal resume database for construction teams
“With Bridgit, we’ve gained a deeper understanding of our workforce,” says Leon Nelson, Vice President at Big D Construction. “By aligning our employees’ skills and experience with the right projects, we’re not only improving project outcomes but also creating a more engaging environment that has noticeably boosted team morale and retention.” Nelson is describing what…
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How workforce planning keeps your best people from leaving
Picture your best superintendent. The one who knows the quirks of major clients, who can walk onto any jobsite and get things moving, and truly cares about training new team members. Now imagine them handing in their two-week notice. Construction companies lose billions annually to turnover, and most leadership teams assume it’s about money. Here’s…
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Building balanced construction project teams with data-driven workforce planning
Walk onto any successful construction site and you’ll notice something striking about team composition: The best crews aren’t just the ones with the most experience. They deliberately mix veteran professionals with emerging talent, creating a balance that ensures both immediate project success and long-term organizational health. But this balance isn’t just an accident. Just like…
