12 Essential Construction Process Management Steps that Project Managers Should Follow

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Construction projects are one-of-a-kind, lengthy and complex. They have timelines that are measured in years, and this leaves much room for error. How do you organize so many chaotic variables into a high-quality construction project that has a steady and harmonious progression? Enter process management. This methodology works to ensure that repetitive tasks, or parts […]

6 HVAC Field Service Software FAQs: All Your Questions Answered

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A day in the life of an HVAC professional is no easy feat. Your work is not as simple as just repairing AC units and heaters. As an HVAC contractor, your business must be able to complete work orders efficiently, ensure technicians and equipment are scheduled effectively, maintain control over your stock and inventory, empower […]

Benefits of Plumbing Field Service Software vs. No Software

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In order to keep up with the fast-moving industry, many plumbing contractors around the world are making the switch to software to help with their field service management. Customer expectations are changing and field service management software is one of the ways that plumbing service companies and field technicians are keeping up. Can you continue […]

3 Ways Information Technology is Transforming the Construction Industry

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Nov 30, 2020 Today, the construction industry faces a variety of challenges that legacy workflows struggle to meet. From stricter safety regulations to rising material costs to the increased demand for sustainable buildings, the industry is often expected to do more with less. For many companies, meeting these challenges requires leveraging new technologies, and many […]

12 Field Service Management Metrics to Help You Track Success

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Nov 12, 2020 How do you know if your field service operations are successful? Are you keeping a close eye on your KPIs and metrics? Many field service professionals are not taking advantage of the available data and resources to track business success. If that sounds like you, it’s not too late to start measuring […]

Locate a More Efficient Construction Software Solution with GPS and Mobile Technology

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Mar 02, 2016 With technology improving and access to real-time information increasing, gone are the days of handling dispatch with an Excel spreadsheet or an outdated system. As businesses grow, leveraging technology to stay afloat becomes a necessity rather than an option. This is no different in the construction industry. While many new forms of […]

Life with & without a Construction Service Management Software Solution

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Without a Service Management Solution: As your technician Joe sets out to begin his day, the first stop made is to the office. Aside from the traffic on the way to office, he finally makes it in (30 minutes late) and picks up his schedule and work orders for the day. Before even starting his […]

How Your Scheduling Process Is like Playing ‘Pin the Tail on the Donkey’

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Oct 01, 2015 Picture this scenario:You arrive at the office one morning and your phone is already ringing off the hook. It is one of your technicians. You are not surprised. It appears your technician went to complete a service job, but another one of your technicians was already there working. Just the thought of […]

Benefits of a Construction Management Software Solution in Your Day-to-Day Business

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Sep 15, 2015 Using manual business processes can critically impact your day-to-day business. Creating schedules by hand and having to manually edit them is not a very efficient process. Losing paperwork or forgetting to keep your customers updated on a service change can lead to an unhappy customer base. Fortunately for you, there is a […]