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From press coverage to product launches, see what's happening at Bobyard.
Press Update
Why Takeoffs and Estimating Are the Biggest Unlock for Construction Productivity
Bobyard’s founder Michael Ding sat down with Joe Lonsdale, Partner at 8VC, to unpack how technology can actually make a meaningful difference in construction.
December 17, 2025
Press Update
Wall Street Journal Exclusive
The Wall Street Journal exclusively covered Bobyard’s Series A, highlighting how our AI-powered estimating platform helps contractors bid faster and more accurately.
December 16, 2025
Press Update
Celebrating Our $35M Series A
We’re thrilled to share that Bobyard has raised a $35M Series A led by 8VC, with participation from Pear VC, Primary Venture Partners, Tishman Speyer, RXR, and Caffeinated Capital.
December 9, 2025
New Feature
Introducing Length Hinting: AI That Completes Irrigation Lines for You
We're excited to launch Length Hinting, a new AI-powered feature that dramatically speeds up line tracing by completing irrigation lines from just a couple of points.
November 24, 2025
Press Update
Bobyard Featured on the Redpoint AI64
We're excited to share that Bobyard has been featured on the Redpoint AI64, a prestigious list recognizing the 64 top emerging enterprise AI applications.
October 27, 2025
New Feature
Estimate Your Potential ROI With Bobyard
Wondering how much time and money Bobyard can help you save on your projects? Our ROI Calculator provides a quick, easy estimate tailored to your business.
August 20, 2025
New Feature
New Features: Edge Finder, AI Item Callouts, and More
With Bobyard's latest update, you can measure faster, count smarter, and get more accurate results – all powered by our AI-powered landscaping takeoff software.
August 19, 2025
Conference
How AI is Transforming the Landscaping Industry
Our founder and CEO, Michael Ding, recently took the stage at the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference to share his perspective on how AI is reshaping the landscaping industry.
July 28, 2025
New Feature
Introducing Pattern Search
Bobyard is already trusted for having the most accurate counting AI in landscaping, that's built to handle messy plans with overlapping symbols, noisy linework. And now, we've brought that same power to square footage.
June 30, 2025
Conference
The Commercial Landscaper Podcast
Our CEO Michael was on the Commercial Landscaper Podcast with Robert Clinkenbeard talking about how AI is transforming the industry. From estimators to owners, smarter solutions are here. Instead of hours spent manually counting plants, AI-powered tools like Bobyard are freeing up teams for higher-value work.
March 19, 2025
Conference
Scale-Worthy Technology
Our CEO Michael was on the main stage at SYNKD Live! The panel discussed how technology—especially AI—can help businesses scale. Spoiler: AI software is proving to be the ultimate productivity hack.
February 23, 2025
Press Update
NALP The Edge Blog: How to Adopt AI
How to Adopt AI Solutions into Your Landscaping Business for Maximum ROI
February 14, 2025
Conference
Breakout Session at Indiana Green Expo
Our CEO Michael spoke at the Indiana Green Expo about AI in landscaping. The best companies don't trust gut feelings—they trust the numbers.
February 11, 2025
Press Update
NALP The Edge Blog: AI Demystified
How Lawn and Landscape Companies Can Use AI Effectively
February 7, 2025
Conference
Bobyard at ProGreen Expo
Our team had an incredible time at the ProGreen EXPO. Once again, our booth drew a crowd—not just from software enthusiasts, but from contractors of all backgrounds looking for smarter ways to estimate and bid.
February 2, 2025
Conference
SYNKD Live Afterhours with Disruptors
Bobyard sponsored the SYNKD Live afterhours event, alongside Kress Outdoor Power Equipment and Weathermatic, hosted by Justin White and his Disruptors group. Great conversations and even better company!
January 15, 2025