7 Steps to Quickly Move From Paper-Based to Digital
Can you really do more with less? Amid these unprecedented times, those who flourish will be the teams finding new ways to grow, despite the construction industry’s ongoing shortages and delays.
Modernizing operations is the first step to maximize growth and unlock productivity. Embracing software will streamline your core business processes, save you hours of time, centralize projects, and mitigate risks.
Use the following checklist to get started and see the fastest ROI:
- Create a pilot program. It might sound counterintuitive, but to create a competitive advantage in the market, start small. Focus on one single area for improvement with a pilot program.
- Look for easy-to-use software. Ideally, you want something “no code” or “low code” so that even non-technical users can create and distribute things you might use, like work orders, inspections, time sheets, daily field reports, and safety reports.
- Look for flexibility. Check that the software features a high level of customization to fit your unique business requirements so you can truly unlock critical operational & customer insights.
- Focus on adoption. Include different stakeholders during the pilot program to gain their feedback early on.
- Get buy-in. Some employees will be hesitant! Communicate with them frequently about how this operational change will positively impact their jobs.
- Show the tangible benefits. Once you get buy-in, show your team specifically how moving important information online helps with so many things, including a reduction of manual work, elimination of human error, improved team communication, and greater business insights.
- Look to scale. Once a business case is clearly established and the value proposition is clear to staff, you can begin to roll out these programs on a larger scale.
Looking Ahead: Embracing Digital Solutions
Your competition is already moving away from old-fashioned paper processes to digital solutions to improve efficiency.
We hope this checklist has helped you understand the steps it will take to modernize, ultimately helping you to work smarter, not harder.
Remember, a clear picture of your projects will help you to identify problems before they arise, adapt quicker – and most importantly – keep your projects running on schedule. (We don’t need to tell you that completing projects on time boosts your reputation and is a leg up over the less-organized competition!)
Ready to Rethink How You Work?
Talk to an expert about your unique business needs and learn about a best-fit digital solution to unlock your productivity:
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