Bricks And Bytes DataGrid Acquired by Procore, 1,300 Jobs Gone at Autodesk, Tim Draper Backs Robots & Why BuildVision Dropped AI Branding
Jan 23, 2026
Join industry pioneers Mike Powers, founder of BuildVision, Anton Glance of BuildDroid, and advisor Kevin Halter as they navigate a tumultuous week in construction tech. They delve into Procore's strategic acquisition of DataGrid and Autodesk's significant layoffs. Mike shares why he stripped AI from BuildVision's branding, while Anton introduces his revolutionary robot simulation platform. Kevin offers keen insights on sales dynamics and M&A challenges, making for an engaging discussion on the future of construction technology.
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Procore's Strategic AI Acquisition
- Procore's DataGrid acquisition is a strategic play to accelerate agentic AI capabilities and unlock new revenue beyond core PM tools.
- Major platform bets like this are rare and alter the acquisition landscape for peers and startups.
Buy-Build Oscillation Creates Openings
- Large firms oscillate between buying and building, causing inconsistent M&A and product outcomes.
- That oscillation creates opportunities for startups to fill gaps when incumbents under-execute.
Retrain Sales To Deliver Synergies
- To realize cross-sell value after acquisitions, retrain and reorient your sales organization from 'run the business' to 'change the business'.
- Expect resistance because effective sellers prioritize the easiest path to quota.