Construction

Industry Challenges

Communication and information flow: with teams dotted around the country, it can be difficult for employees and contractors to keep data organized if they have no access to cloud-based resources – be these file access, project data or even photos. Even something as simple as having access to construction time keeping software can streamline processes and make them more accurate. Likewise, various software construction apps will foster better communication between people assigned in the field and those who are working in the office. After all, it is important to have real-time communication with all members of the project to easily identify issues and make decisions crucial for the development of the project.

Execution discrepancy: More often than may be ideal, there are often changes to construction which are not detailed in the original construction specifications. For example, changes to construction materials such as the cladding used, or the methods and products used to achieve required fire rating specifications. Sometimes these changes are made due to cost sensitivities within the project while other times it may be due to time restrictions. Where it is the latter, implementation of construction time management platforms can be of great assistance helping to track project progress, identify bottlenecks, manage third parties and assist in the development of contingency plans.

Construction waste: One of the challenges on the field is reducing and disposing off the waste produced in construction sites. While most of us strive to uphold our environmental values, we cannot avoid generating tons of debris as part of the project. More and more companies are looking to integrate vertically with providers of waste management solutions so they can mitigate and control costs more efficiently.