F E AT U R E Six Ways to Improve Productivity in Construction Using Technology by Patrick Hogan, Handle.com
Technology has come a long way, and the construction industry has adopted various technological developments increasingly. The use of power tools and heavy equipment, for example, has significantly improved productivity in construction projects. As technology further develops, construction businesses must also keep up to further improve their processes on and off the worksite. Here are some ways that you can leverage advances in technology to streamline
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Use project management software Most construction businesses are already using software to manage their projects. If you have not yet adopted this technology, you are running way behind and you should use a piece of project management software right away. Project management
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software allows you to simplify your work processes across all stages of construction, from planning to scheduling to tracking all relevant worksite issues. Project management software can also help you with managing your budget, setting goals and objectives, and assigning responsibilities and accountabilities to the right personnel. These days, using effective project management software is key to running a construction project smoothly. Not
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