As AI continues transforming industries, digital human solutions must be built on strong ethical foundations. At Haystack Technologies, we ensure InDI—our AI-powered digital human for sales—is grounded in transparency, privacy, and user empowerment principles.

In recent years, interior design has embraced cutting-edge technology, and digital human assistants are at the forefront of this transformation. These AI-powered tools, like Haystack’s own solution, are reshaping the industry by providing personalized design recommendations, real-time visualizations, and sustainable solutions.The future of interior design is here, and it’s more exciting than ever.

Whether it’s managing client communication, juggling multiple projects, or staying on top of the business side of things, designers have a lot on their plates. That’s where AI-powered assistants come in. These tools are revolutionizing the way designers work by taking on tasks that would otherwise eat up valuable time, allowing designers to focus on what really matters—creating stunning spaces.

Sampling is a foundational part of commercial interior design and architecture. It allows clients to visualize a design before it becomes reality and manufacturers to showcase their product's quality and aesthetics. However, this practice carries significant costs, creating a financial burden for building materials companies.

Picture this: You're a third-party contractor working on a commercial interior design project. The designer has handed you a list of products that would make even the most seasoned treasure hunter scratch their head. Welcome to the wild world of product sourcing in commercial interior design.

The concept behind online dating algorithms—matching users based on compatibility—translates surprisingly well to interior design. These algorithms can analyze your design preferences and suggest materials that align perfectly with your aesthetic goals. This parallel between dating and decorating highlights the versatility and potential of matching technology.

Imagine this: You're working on a modern, eco-friendly office space for a tech startup. Instead of spending days researching sustainable furniture options, you upload your mood board to Smart Search. Within seconds, you're presented with a curated selection of sustainable furniture, lighting fixtures, and materials that perfectly capture your desired aesthetic. What would have taken days of research is now accomplished in minutes, freeing you to focus on what you do best - creating stunning designs.

Our innovative sales technologies are transforming how these two vital groups interact, ultimately leading to better outcomes for everyone involved. For designers, our advanced search technology saves time and reduces frustration by quickly and efficiently finding the perfect product for a project. Our technology enhances product visibility and increases specifications for manufacturers, leading to more sales.

Royal Resource faced a common challenge in the home improvement industry: their product search and discovery process could have been more efficient and time-consuming. Designers and customers often needed help finding specific products that met their needs, leading to frustration and lost sales opportunities. Luckily, the company recognized that AI search had the power to solve these issues.

This story of Kodak is a cautionary tale for businesses today. It highlights the importance of adopting advanced technologies to remain competitive and relevant. Just as Kodak failed to capitalize on the digital revolution, modern businesses risk obsolescence if they don’t embrace emerging technologies like AI-powered intelligent search to transform their operations and customer experiences.

Product sampling is a critical aspect of the interior design process. Samples allow designers and clients to experience the texture, color, and quality of materials before making final decisions. However, the traditional method of managing samples comes with challenges, including high production costs, storage issues, and environmental concerns.

Every year, Pantone, the respected color matching system, unveils its 'Color of the Year.' This annual selection sets design trends and mirrors global moods and societal changes. Showroom owners, distributors, manufacturers, architects, and even general contractors can leverage the Pantone Color of the Year to make more informed decisions about their work.

The architecture and design (A&D) industry has traditionally needed to be faster in adopting digital technologies due to the complex coordination required among various stakeholders, such as manufacturers, distributors, general contractors, designers, showrooms, and architects. The industry's tactile nature has further complicated this shift. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated digital adoption, with online meetings and digital tools becoming the norm.

The rise and fall of Blockbuster, once a dominant force in the entertainment industry, serves as a crucial reminder of the dangers of sticking to outdated technology. At the same time, innovative alternatives emerge and take over the market.

NeoCon 2024 brilliantly highlighted future design trajectories. Our team at Haystack pinpointed five significant trends: the incorporation of storytelling in design, community-centered design approaches, experiential design elements, the impact of hybrid work models on office layouts, and the emerging role of generative AI in design.

In today’s competitive tech climate, having tools specially designed to address your business's unique challenges is not just beneficial, it's imperative. Haystack's AI-powered image search tool was specifically created for distributors and brands in the building materials sector, which gives it a significant edge over other technologies.

Traditional search bars are outdated and their limitations are increasingly obvious. They rely solely on the user's ability to accurately describe what they're looking for. In many cases, this is far from ideal.

Envision a transformative tool that will revolutionize your process of finding, selecting, and specifying products for your upcoming design project. This is not a mere fantasy, but a confident stride we are thrilled to introduce to the design industry.

In today's digital age, one might wonder, "Is there still a need for trade shows like NeoCon?" It's a legitimate question to ask. With the rapid rise and dominance of virtual avenues in almost every aspect of business, it would seem as if we could just transition all of our activities to the online world, eliminating the need for in-person meetings or events.