On-site reporting is something that every business in the construction industry could benefit from.
Construction technology has changed the way many companies do business here in Colorado. New technology has improved safety, efficiency, costs and so much more. One of the most beneficial features available with this new technology is the ability to report from the field. It used to be that you had to take notes on the field, and those notes helped you create reports. However, if you didn’t take good notes or couldn’t read your handwriting, you were out of luck. Today, technology has made it possible to report right from the field, and that has many benefits for companies of all shapes and sizes in the construction industry:
#1. Prevent small issues from becoming big ones.
On any construction site, a small, seemingly inconsequential problem can easily turn into a big, expensive one if you don’t take care of it quickly. Whether the problem lies in a stakeholder you just can’t seem to connect with, a piece of equipment that isn’t quite working how it should or issues getting shipments from a particular supplier, field reporting on a daily basis will help you to create a record, which will give you the opportunity to take the appropriate actions to resolve the issue before it becomes more difficult to address.
#2. Protect your company from litigation.
There are so many reasons why a contractor may end up facing litigation. From subcontractor charges that are perceived as excessive to arguments over the work being completed at the site, no company wants to face a lawsuit, and whichever side of the dispute you are on, your word just won’t be enough. You need evidence to back up your argument, and well-documented field reports are worth their weight in gold when it comes to litigation. Be sure to include photographs and other visual media in your daily field reports.
With new technology, you no longer have to rely on scribbled notes or your memory to complete your daily field reports. With SITECH Rocky Mountain and Trimble construction technology on your side, you’ll be able to fill out detailed reports right on the job site. We offer many different types of software and technology for all of your construction management needs, and we proudly serve Colorado, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. Contact us today to find the right construction technology for your needs, and be sure to stay tuned for our next blog to learn about the last couple of benefits that come with on-site reporting.