Procore Groundbreak 2025: First-Timer’s Guide to Maximizing Your Experience

Maximize Your Experience at the Premier Construction Tech Event

Procore Groundbreak is the ultimate construction technology conference, drawing project managers, general contractors, engineers, and compliance professionals from across the world. This year, the event takes place October 14–16, 2025, in Houston, Texas.

Groundbreak is more than a conference; it’s a launchpad for innovation and collaboration in construction. From AI-driven workflows to smarter risk management tools, every session and demo is designed to help teams build smarter, safer, and faster. 

If it’s your first time attending, Groundbreak can feel overwhelming. With dozens of sessions, hands-on tech demos, and a bustling Expo Hall, knowing how to plan your time is key to getting the most out of your experience.

And if you’re responsible for risk management or compliance in construction, Groundbreak is the perfect place to discover tools like Billy that simplify COI tracking, streamline approvals, and help keep projects moving without administrative headaches.

Here’s everything you need to know to make your first Procore Groundbreak your most productive yet.

Why Attend Procore Groundbreak?

Groundbreak is the go-to event for anyone looking to streamline operations, enhance compliance, or embrace digital transformation in construction. 

Attendees often gain invaluable info such as:

• Expert insights from keynote speakers and thought leaders
• Hands-on exposure to the latest construction tech, including AI and connected workflows
• Networking opportunities with peers, vendors, and industry innovators
  

If you’re serious about staying ahead of industry trends, Groundbreak 2025 is where you need to be.

Step 1: Plan Your Agenda Like a Pro

The key to a successful Groundbreak is preparation. With so many sessions and activities, it’s easy to miss valuable opportunities if you don’t plan ahead.

How to prepare your Groundbreak 2025 agenda:

1. Review the official schedule early: Identify sessions most relevant to your role and goals.
   
2. Prioritize learning opportunities: Choose topics that directly impact your workflows, such as risk management, automated approvals, or field technology.
   
3. Schedule time in the Expo Hall: Meeting vendors like Billy can uncover tools that save hours on compliance management and reduce project risk.
   
4. Leave room for networking: Some of the most valuable insights come from casual conversations with peers and vendors.
   

Key sessions to consider in 2025 include:

• Opening Keynote: Explore how AI and digital construction tools are reshaping project management.
  
• Workflow Optimization Labs: Learn step-by-step strategies for automating invoicing and approvals in Procore.
  
• Innovation Lab: Get hands-on experience with the latest tools driving construction efficiency and risk reduction.
  
• Networking Events: From daily mixers to the Groundbreak Bash, connect with professionals across the construction industry.

Step 2: Make the Expo Hall a Priority

One of the most exciting parts of Groundbreak is the Expo Hall, where vendors showcase the tools shaping the future of construction. This is where you can see solutions in action and learn how to address pain points in your workflow.

Must-Visit Exhibitors for 2025:

Billy

Your partner in COI compliance and risk management. Billy automates the collection and verification of COIs, W9s, and business licenses, so you can keep projects on schedule without chasing paperwork.

ExtractsPro

Streamline project data sharing with embedded, offline-friendly packages for seamless communication.

Dopex

Department of Operational Excellence (“DOPEX”) is an outsourced team of ConTech experts who help construction companies optimize processes, implement and integrate software, and achieve operational excellence across their tech stack.

*Pro Tip: Plan your Expo Hall visit early and take note of vendors offering demos or free trials. Stopping by Billy’s booth can help you see firsthand how automated compliance reduces risk and administrative work for your team.

Step 3: Maximize Post-Event Impact

Your Groundbreak experience doesn’t end when the conference wraps up. The follow-up is just as important as the event itself.

Here’s how to keep the momentum going:

1. Follow up with new connections: Add peers and vendors on LinkedIn to stay engaged.
   
2. Schedule demos with vendors: If Billy or other solutions caught your eye, book a demo while the conversations are fresh.
   
3. Apply what you learned immediately: Use new strategies and tools to streamline your workflows and enhance project compliance.
   
4. Share insights with your team: Recap key takeaways and recommend tools that can improve efficiency and reduce risk company-wide.

Why Billy Should Be on Your Groundbreak Agenda

Construction projects move fast, and manual compliance tracking can be a costly bottleneck. That’s why connecting with Billy at Groundbreak is a must for project managers and risk professionals.

With Billy’s automated COI tracking and verification, you can:

• Collect COIs, W9s, and licenses without endless email follow-ups
• Verify compliance automatically to reduce project risk
• Centralize all documentation in one platform for easier audits
• Keep projects on schedule and avoid costly delays
  

If staying compliant, efficient, and risk-free is on your agenda, Billy should be your first stop in the Expo Hall.

Make Procore Groundbreak 2025 Count

Groundbreak is more than just an event, it’s an opportunity to transform the way you build. By planning your sessions, prioritizing the Expo Hall, and staying connected post-event, you can turn insights into action and make a lasting impact on your projects.

And don’t forget: stopping by Billy’s booth can be a game-changer for your compliance and risk management workflows. Simplify your operations, reduce risk, and focus on building, not chasing paperwork.

We can’t wait to see you at Procore Groundbreak 2025 in Houston! In case you miss us in the Expo Hall, reach out to schedule a demo and start your free trial today!

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