Bobcat Company has been named the winner of the "AI-Based Construction Solution of the Year" award in the 2026 AI Breakthrough Awards for Jobsite Companion, the first commercially available AI-enabled solution in the compact equipment industry.

Now in its ninth year, the AI Breakthrough Awards is among the longest-running recognition programs dedicated exclusively to the AI industry. The program attracts thousands of nominations annually from companies across more than 20 countries, recognizing standout solutions that are advancing technology across industries.

With voice commands, simple attachment optimization and a built-in job cost dashboard, Jobsite Companion helps operators maintain focus on equipment controls while streamlining machine interaction and reducing complexity, representing a significant evolution in how operators interact with their machines, according to Bobcat.

"Jobsite Companion was developed to help operators get more out of every job by making machine operation simpler and more intuitive," said Scott Johnson, senior director of construction products of Bobcat. "As job sites become more demanding and skilled labor remains in short supply, solutions like this help reduce complexity, improve efficiency and support operators in managing their workday."

Jobsite Companion is available as an option in the United States on Bobcat Pro compact track loaders and skid-steer loaders with select packages.