How to Survive the AI Disruption

How to Survive the AI Disruption

February 25, 2026 · 49 min · Season 1 · Episode 144

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Ryan Englin discusses the impact of AI on the construction industry with Fred Voccola, focusing on change management and profit optimization.

AI is already reshaping construction, and it’s moving faster than most contractors think. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Fred Voccola, CEO of Simpro, and author of The Coming Disruption. They talk about what “AI-first” means for commercial contractors, and why “slow and steady” change management can put your company behind for good. Fred breaks down how AI can plug profit leaks across dozens of everyday processes, from scheduling to job prep to notes to collections. You will also hear h...

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