As AI reshapes white-collar work, skilled trades are emerging as a growth industry. Cilio’s latest report highlights why contractors are thriving, how technology supports them, and the urgent need for workforce development in home improvement and construction.
As AI continues to disrupt industries and automate white-collar roles, a new report from Cilio highlights a surprising trend: skilled trades are not only resisting automation; they’re thriving because of it.
Titled “Why the Trades Are Thriving in the Age of AI,” Cilio explores how plumbers, remodelers, roofers, flooring installers, and other contractors are stepping into a new era of career stability and opportunity. The piece draws connections between major retailer investments — including Lowe’s “Track to the Trades” and Home Depot’s “Path to Pro” — and the growing awareness among younger workers that hands-on careers are increasingly future-proof.
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“We’re seeing a cultural and economic shift,” said Rick Olejnik, CEO at Cilio. “While AI is changing what work looks like in the office, tradespeople are still in high demand. And with the right tools, contractors can grow without getting buried in paperwork or admin.”
“While AI is changing what work looks like in the office, tradespeople are still in high demand. And with the right tools, contractors can grow without getting buried in paperwork or admin,” said Rick Olejnik, CEO of Cilio.
The report also points to Cilio’s role in supporting this workforce shift. As demand grows and the skilled labor shortage continues, many contractors are turning to technology to improve job scheduling, production management, and communication across their teams. Platforms like Cilio help streamline these operations, making it easier for contractors to scale efficiently.
With over 40% of the current skilled trades workforce expected to retire in the next 5 years, Cilio calls attention to the urgent need for workforce development and the opportunity for contractors, retailers, and tech providers to build a more resilient future for the industry.
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