Exploring the Future of Prefab: Insights from Advancing Prefab 2025

Audree Grubesic published this post on Mar 29, 2025. It is a 3-minute read about Advancing Prefab 2025 in Arizona and Merlin AI’s construction software.

Conference takeaways

Sneha Kumari attended Advancing Prefab Conference in Arizona for the third time.
The keynote was led by Amy Marks, called the Queen of Prefab.
Topics included AI integration, data centers, prefab manufacturing, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).

Merlin AI updates

AI-powered estimating and takeoffs

Merlin says AI reduced estimating and takeoff work from days or weeks to a few hours. The feature is already live for customers.

Collaborative platform for architects and suppliers

Real-time design collaboration.
Comments and feedback.
Bill of materials generation.

AI-agentic workflows

Merlin says its AI assistants help with procurement, financial management, and estimating workflows. The workflows run day and night.

Industry focus in 2025

Automation.
Data-driven construction.
Prefab and digital construction.
Efficiency and sustainability.