# Ep. 56 - Your Data Doesn't Need to Be Perfect: How Contractors Should Actually Start with AI

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Podcast: [Construction Conversations](https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-conversations-6912327)
Published: 2026-07-28T15:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://constructionconversations.podbean.com/e/ai-on-the-jobsite-how-contractors-should-start-today/
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Duration seconds: 3909

## Resource

In this episode, Hugh Seaton, a seasoned AI strategist for contractors, breaks down everything you need to know—from assessing your current data maturity to building an effective AI roadmap that aligns with your business goals. Discover how leading companies are leveraging AI not just to automate tasks but to elevate human expertise, improve decision-making, and gain a competitive edge. Today's Guest: Hugh Seaton, Managing Director, Construction | CEO Advisor on AI, Risk, and Decision Governance in the Built Environment Check Him Out on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughseaton/ Episode Sponsors: Check Out Trunk Tools: https://trunktools.com/

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