Attentive.ai, a startup specializing in vertical software for landscaping and construction services in the United States, has secured $7 million in a recent funding round. With a focus on advancing its AI-driven solutions and expanding its reach to more businesses, the funding round was led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India. This Series A round, which follows a previous $5 million seed investment, also saw participation from existing investors, including Peak XV’s Surge and InfoEdge Ventures, with additional backing from Tenacity Ventures.
Addressing Industry Challenges
Landscaping and construction services often rely on manual measurements, leading to significant labor and operational costs. Attentive.ai aims to revolutionize these industries by leveraging AI and computer vision to streamline processes. By automating tasks such as site measurements, cost estimation, and material planning, the platform helps businesses improve efficiency and accuracy while reducing operational expenses.
The Evolution of Attentive.ai
Founded in April 2021, Attentive.ai focuses on the North American market, offering an end-to-end business management platform tailored to landscaping and construction companies. Through its flagship product, Accelerate, the startup automates sales processes, operational workflows, and production planning. Additionally, the Automeasure tool provides automated site measurements using AI-driven algorithms, enabling users to estimate costs and material requirements with precision.
Expanding Offerings and Reach
Building on its success in the landscaping industry, Attentive.ai is expanding its focus to construction operations. With a tool called Beam AI, the startup targets general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, offering automated construction estimates based on blueprint plans. The company plans to leverage its deep tech expertise and AI-based DNA to deliver innovative solutions in a competitive market.
Future Growth and Investment Utilization
Attentive.ai plans to utilize the recent funding to expand its go-to-market team in the U.S. and enhance its product development efforts. With a customer-centric approach and round-the-clock support from India, the startup aims to strengthen its position in the landscaping and construction sectors. With over 500 companies as customers across the U.S. and Canada, Attentive.ai is poised for further growth by investing in product enhancements and marketing initiatives.
