Reviewed by Gotrade Internal Analyst
Jakarta, Gotrade News - Home improvement giants, Lowe's Companies, Inc. and Home Depot, are now pivoting to Artificial Intelligence (AI). This strategic move aims to totally change how consumers plan and spend their renovation budget, making the whole process much more efficient.
Keytakeaways:
- Lowe’s and Home Depot launch AI assistants to support both consumers and store staff.
- New tech integrates online project planning with the physical shopping experience.
- AI features help contractors auto-calculate costs and materials directly from architectural drawings.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. has launched Mylow Companion in over 1,700 stores to assist staff in giving real-time product advice. Seemantini Godbole, Lowe’s Chief Digital Officer, stated that this tool ensures customers get expert-level service regardless of how long an employee has worked there.
Digital Transformation in Home Improvement
Not wanting to be left behind, The Home Depot, Inc. introduced Magic Apron to help customers research projects online. According to a PYMNTS report, this smart conversational tool explains the differences in product specs and assists customers with early-stage planning.
This tech integration allows users to start planning at home and pick up right where they left off in-store with the same data. Lowe’s emphasizes that the Mylow ecosystem is designed to provide consistent guidance across both digital and physical channels for a seamless experience.
Smart Solutions for Contractors
For the pros, The Home Depot, Inc. released Blueprint Takeoffs, a tool capable of reading architectural drawings and auto-generating cost estimates.
- The system identifies material needs, such as framing and roofing requirements.
- Construction management platform Procore also added AI features to analyze drawings and accurately calculate material quantities.
This tech links the planning stage directly to purchasing channels, speeding up the ordering process without the hassle of switching platforms. This innovation proves that the construction sector is moving fast towards data-driven efficiency to cut down on manual admin work.
Referensi:
- PYMNTS, Lowe’s and Home Depot Tap AI to Capture DIY Spend. Accessed on December 11, 2025
- Featured Image: Shutterstock
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