At Baker Electric, we believe innovation thrives when every part of our business moves forward together. That is the essence of our One Baker vision, and it was exemplified by our Chief Information Officer, Brian Andrews, during his recent participation in Procore’s webinar: “How Specialty Contractor CIOs Are Getting AI-Ready with Smart Construction Tech.”

Leading Through Innovation

With more than 25 years of IT leadership across multiple industries, Brian has built and led progressive teams that drive digital transformation and deliver breakthrough business results. At Baker Electric, he and his team of forward-thinking IT professionals guide the technology strategy that supports our position as the innovation and technology leader in the specialty construction and energy market.

Why This Mattered for Baker

The challenges facing our industry - labor shortages, siloed systems, and the need for more efficient planning - require solutions that cut across every operational group. Through the One Baker approach, Brian and his team demonstrated how our technology platforms connect people, data, and processes across Construction, Renewable Energy, Systems Infrastructure, Special Projects, and Service. This integration creates a single source of truth, improves efficiency, and enables better decision-making across the business.

Key Topics Explored

During the session, Brian joined leaders from across the industry to discuss:

• Tackling labor shortages and rising costs with smart technology

• Modernizing operations through data strategies

• Creating a single source of truth to unify teams

• Leveraging AI for better planning and profitability

• The evolving role of CIOs as strategic connectors across organizations

Brian’s Perspective

Reflecting on the event, Brian shared: “I was grateful to have joined Procore’s webinar as a panelist representing Baker Electric, alongside incredible industry leaders. The conversation highlighted how CIOs in specialty contracting are navigating today’s business and technology challenges while guiding our organizations forward. The future of construction tech is collaborative, data-driven, and AI-ready.”

A Reflection of One Baker

Brian’s participation was more than an opportunity to share expertise. It was a reflection of how Baker Electric continues to lead the way in applying technology to construction and energy. By uniting our teams and embracing innovation, we are building smarter, safer, and more efficient projects for our clients and communities.