TISE 2026 Recap: The Flooring Industry Is Ready for What’s Next

After an energizing week at TISE 2026, one message came through loud and clear:
The flooring and stone industries are ready to simplify, modernize, and unify their operations.

From the moment the show floor opened, our booth was consistently packed. But what stood out wasn’t just the traffic, it was the depth of the conversations. Contractors, estimators, owners, and executives weren’t just asking about features. They were asking bigger questions.

“How do we eliminate spreadsheets?”
“How do we connect estimating, sales, and operations?”
“How do we gain real visibility into our pipeline and projects?”
“How do we stop double entry?”

The industry isn’t looking for another tool. It’s looking for a smarter way to operate.

Across retail and commercial companies alike, we saw the same challenge: growth has created complexity. Many teams are juggling estimating software, Excel, accounting systems, project management tools, and separate CRMs. The result is fragmented workflows and limited executive visibility.

When prospects saw MeasureSquare 8, MeasureSquare CRM, and MeasureSquare Mobile working together - from pipeline to estimating to billing and field execution - the conversation changed. This wasn’t just about software. It was about creating a unified, purpose-built platform for the flooring industry.

Real Conversations, Real Momentum

This year’s show felt different. We saw MeasureSquare CRM subscriptions closed on the spot. Existing MeasureSquare users who originally came for estimating demos walked away wanting to learn more about MeasureSquare CRM. Retailers who had never implemented a CRM before saw a clear path forward.

Even more telling were the conversations with enterprise accounts. Senior leadership teams validated what we’ve long believed: the core challenge isn’t missing features, it’s workflow fragmentation. They are actively searching for solutions that reduce administrative overhead, improve accountability, and give executives clearer insight into operations.

We also heard strong interest in deeper integrations. Contractors are no longer satisfied with one-directional data transfers. They want estimating, CRM, ERP, and inventory systems to work together seamlessly. They want technology that mirrors how their business actually runs.

That’s exactly the direction the industry is heading, and where we’re investing.

Innovation That Sparked Attention

Across the board, the interest in AI, automation, and smarter workflows continues to grow. Contractors want technology that helps them make better decisions earlier in the process. They want to move faster without sacrificing accuracy. They want tools that feel like a competitive advantage.

A big engagement driver at our booth was our Room Scanner LiDAR-enabled app. It drew attention not only from new prospects but from long-time customers who didn’t realize the full scope of what we offer. It became a powerful reminder that innovation in flooring isn’t just about digitizing, it’s about rethinking how work gets done.

What This Means for the Industry

TISE 2026 confirmed something important: flooring businesses are evolving.

Owners are thinking strategically about scalability. Sales teams want fewer manual steps. Operations managers want tighter coordination between office and field. Executives want real-time insight, not end-of-month reports.

The market is moving toward consolidation: fewer disconnected systems, more integrated platforms.

Measure Square was built for this moment.

As a purpose-built solution for the flooring industry, we understand the unique workflows, billing structures, and operational challenges contractors face. Our vision isn’t to replace what works, it’s to connect and enhance it. Estimating, CRM, mobile execution, and integrations working together as one ecosystem.

That’s why so many of this year’s conversations felt less like product demos and more like strategic planning sessions.

Looking Ahead

If TISE 2026 showed us anything, it’s that the future of flooring technology belongs to companies willing to think beyond software and toward operating systems.

The industry is ready for modernization. It’s ready for visibility. It’s ready for efficiency without compromise.

And we’re excited to continue leading that transformation.

If we didn’t get a chance to connect at the show, we’d love to show you what’s possible.

The next chapter of flooring operations is here, and it’s unified.

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