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Connecting the Field to the Office for Potential Change Orders and Work Orders

Collaboration and Connecting the Field to the Office.  Tina Salcido, Savant Construction, Inc.

Obstacle: Connecting the Field to the Office for Potential Change Orders and Work Orders

Solution: StratusVue’s Issues Tracking, creating the item on the mobile app and linking the item to a change event within the project.

Overview:  The Savant team needed a method to create and track both potential change orders and work orders that originate in the field and have that item be supplied to the office.  The items both contain relevant job site information and attachments such as pictures to support the item.  Savants field team is using the StratusVue mobile app to create both the work orders and the potential changes order within the issues section of project management.  This item allows for the field to create the item and the office to complete a review prior to creating a change event.

Quote: ” The StratusVue App allowed for both our field and office to be connected and streamline our process of creating and presenting change events.  The app is intuitive and easy for our field to use, they can even work offline if the job site has poor reception.  The Savant SOP has been improved with the implementation of StratusVue.  Our method to capture and record activity in the field and seamlessly share it with the office has been a welcomed change” Tina Salcido, Savant Construction, Inc.

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Project Collaboration and Controlled User Permissions

Anne Sangemino, Racanelli Construction

Obstacle: Many people on one project and a need for sharing secured data that not all project members should be able to view.

Solution: StratusVue’s User Profiles for both the Organization and the Collaborators allow for project collaboration and controlled user permissions that are unique to the organization’s needs.

Overview: User Profiles defined at the project level allow for flexibility and direct control over project data and collaboration.  Centralize all of the project data in one location with each project member having unique and personalized permissions to advance project collaboration in real time.

Quote: ” StratusVue’s platform allows for us to adjust permissions at the project level allowing for ideal collaboration.  We have direct control at the project level to update and assign permissions as the project requires” – Anne Sangemino, Racanelli Construction

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The Next Big Shift in Construction

Featuring:  Brian Anson

What is the next big shift in construction?

The next big shift in construction is expected to be towards more sustainable and efficient building practices, with a focus on reducing waste, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using technology to improve the design, planning, and execution processes. This shift may also involve an increased use of prefabrication, modular construction, and building information modeling (BIM) technology to increase efficiency and decrease costs. Additionally, there is a growing trend towards smart buildings and the integration of internet of things (IoT) technology to improve the overall functionality and sustainability of buildings.

So how are general contractors to accomplish that then?

General contractors can achieve the next big shift in construction by adopting the following strategies:

    1. Embracing technology: Implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, using 3D printing, virtual and augmented reality for visualization, and using project management tools to streamline processes.
    2. Implementing sustainable practices: Making use of green materials, optimizing energy efficiency, and incorporating renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power.
    3. Prefabrication and modular construction: Building components in a controlled factory environment and transporting them to the site can help reduce waste and increase efficiency.
    4. Collaboration and communication: Encouraging collaboration between all project stakeholders, such as architects, engineers, and subcontractors, and using cloud-based tools to share information and streamline communication.
    5. Employee training and development: Investing in training and development programs to build a highly skilled workforce that is equipped to handle the challenges of the new construction landscape.

By adopting these strategies, general contractors can remain competitive and help drive the industry forward in a more sustainable and efficient direction.

What would be the most impactful?

The most impactful strategy for the next big shift in construction would likely be the integration of technology, specifically Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other digital tools, as it has the potential to transform the entire construction process from design to execution. BIM enables the creation of a digital twin of the building, allowing for better visualization, collaboration, and communication between stakeholders, leading to improved decision-making, reduced waste, and higher efficiency. The use of digital tools can also provide real-time data and insights, enabling more accurate forecasting and planning.

In addition, the adoption of sustainable building practices, such as using green materials and optimizing energy efficiency, can have a significant impact on reducing the carbon footprint of the construction industry and promoting more environmentally friendly and efficient buildings.

Overall, both the integration of technology and the adoption of sustainable building practices have the potential to bring significant benefits to the construction industry and have a lasting impact on the future of building and construction.

Which field within construction would it be most beneficial?

The integration of technology and the adoption of sustainable building practices can bring benefits to all areas of the construction field, but it may have the most impact in the following areas:

    1. Design and Planning: The use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology can improve the accuracy of design and planning, reducing errors and rework, and enabling virtual prototyping and visualization.
    2. Project Management: Digital tools such as project management software can provide real-time data and insights, helping to streamline processes and improve communication and collaboration between stakeholders.
    3. Construction: Prefabrication and modular construction can increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety on the construction site.
    4. Operations and Maintenance: The use of Internet of Things (IoT) technology can help optimize building operations and maintenance, reducing energy consumption and costs, and improving overall functionality and sustainability.

Overall, the integration of technology and the adoption of sustainable building practices can bring benefits to all areas of the construction field and help drive the industry forward in a more efficient and sustainable direction.

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The most straightforward explanation of zero-day in 10 seconds!

👉 The most straightforward explanation of zero-day in 10 seconds!

John Goecke talks with Indusface about complex security terms & relates them to real business problems in a matter of moments on the latest #SaaSTrana Show 🎙️.

He is the founder of StratusVue and discusses with Venkatesh (Venky) how everything changed for them after a #ransomware attack ⚠️ in 2018.

He also shares how the construction industry 🏗️ is a soft target for hackers as there is no regulatory oversight, unlike in banking and healthcare. And security is always an afterthought for business owners.

His practical learnings from unexpected ransomware attacks on his business are wise words of wisdom for anyone in SaaS! 💡

Watch the Full Interview

#indusface #podcast #zeroday #zerodayvulnerability #ransomwareattacks #hacking #saas #saassecurity #apisecurity #appsec #apptrana #constructiontechnology

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Own, Visualize And Execute On Your Construction Data

Todd Musser, Dan Vos Construction Company

Obstacle: Unable to access or evaluate project data.

Solution: StratusVue Open APIs and visualizations provide complete access to view the organizations project data.

Overview: As a General Contractor, Todd Musser at Dan Vos Construction Company, found true value in having access to their project data through the StratusVue open APIs. They are now able to guide their business decisions and improvements to various levels within the Organization.  Specifically, allowing their leadership team to make data driven decisions by utilizing PowerBI to visualize high-level performance data, then drilling into project and individual detailed metrics.

Quote: “Having access to our data at any time gives us the ability to make educated business decisions, not only for projects but as an organization. It’s a true competitive advantage.”

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Make Your Company Standout With A White Label Solution

Alex Tsouvalas, FUSE Group

Obstacle: Present to the Customer with a branded product that is as unique as your company.

Solution: StratusVue’s Enterprise Subscription offers the Organization control over your domain, mobile app, branding and layout for your construction software.

Overview: As a private site, FUSE Group and StratusVue have rolled out a single tenant site branded to their specific company.  As the lead of Technology with the FUSE Group, Alex Tsouvalas led the search to find the software solution that would meet the complex demands of his team and leadership of a group company.

Want more: Read the Fuse Group press release: StratusVue Press Release

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UL Solutions and StratusVue Announce Partnership to Advance Data Transparency for the Built Environment

StratusLink™ powered by UL Solutions will link construction as-built data.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA, July 28, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — UL Solutions, a global leader in applied safety science, and StratusVue, a provider of cloud-based project management solutions for commercial construction projects, announced StratusVue’s StratusLink™ powered by UL Solutions, a partnership to further develop and integrate the companies’ platforms to enable as-built data linking and management for construction information.

“StratusVue’s partnership with UL Solutions will provide information that will help enable safer buildings.”
— John Goecke

StratusLink™ powered by UL Solutions will link construction as-built data to UL Solutions product and life safety data in UL Product iQ®, the UL Solutions online location for certification information, and UL SPOT, the UL Solutions database containing product sustainability.

“In the built environment, it is critical to efficiently leverage and access data to help advance safe, smart and sustainable buildings,” said John Goecke, CEO at StratusVue. “Linking asset information to built data with product safety and standards information will provide a better understanding of what is contained in a building. Linking information to UL Solutions presents a more holistic view of a building.”

StratusVue’s partnership with UL Solutions will provide information that will help enable safer buildings.  “This, however, is just the tip of the iceberg. Our machine learning and deep linking will allow building owners and managers to access all their building documents in an intelligent and simple way for better, healthier buildings,” Goecke said.

“Many factors are impacting the health of work environments,” said Neil Lakomiak project management director of the Built Environment group, UL Solutions. “Creating a safe, smart and sustainable building is critically important as stakeholders — from tenants and staff to visitors — have placed a heightened importance of building health and wellness as a key factor in the gradual return to in-person work. Reducing risk and cost associated with occupant health issues while helping improve productivity, work environmental quality can also help improve employee and occupant performance and increase the value of a building and company while providing visibility into potential problems so they can be addressed early and with documented solutions. Through our partnership with StratusVue, we believe linking documents to products and plans creates a holistic view into a building’s DNA and is the next step in data-driven decision making as it relates to improving the built environment.”

About StratusVue  

StratusVue provides a leading integrated construction management platform that connects people with the information they need to succeed in construction and the built environment. StratusLink has been developed to help all users semantically understand unstructured data via advanced machine learning and intelligence tools.

About UL Solutions

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

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Headquartered in Boston, FUSE Group Extends the Technology Outlook of Their Future with StratusVue

FUSE Group - StratusVue Press ReleaseFUSE Group LLC chooses StratusVue to Improve Collaboration and Communication

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA, June 16, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — StratusVue, a leading provider of construction management software, announced today that FUSE Group is using the StratusVue solution to improve communication and collaboration on its construction projects and implement real-time monitoring of its progress on job sites.

FUSE Group identifies as the foundation for the buildings that shape our landscape. Offering a broad array of construction services and the holding company for three entities of self-performing contractors which are FUSE Builds, FUSE Equip, and FUSE Specialty.

“After a comprehensive review and vetting process, we are extremely excited to announce FUSE has committed to StratusVue for our new project management and document management software solution. This powerful, cloud and mobile-based software will significantly increase our efficiency and our ability to collaborate. StratusVue, has deep construction roots – they understand our business and our field’s needs. The product also has deep and comprehensive integration with our ERP system, Sage 300 (Timberline). It is a web-based product that can be accessed via any browser as well as a fully FUSE branded mobile app available on the App Store.” said Alex Tsouvalas.

About FUSE Group
FUSE Group is the foundation for the buildings that shape our landscape. We’re a one-stop shop for a broad array of construction services by our self-performing contractors, including general requirements, equipment and supply, concrete, and special projects.

FUSE Builds is responsible for employing the carpenters, laborers, and contractors that specialize in everything from open construction sites and ground-up construction, to renovations in active laboratories and hospital spaces. StratusVue is a key component to their success as their responsibilities are highly tied to rapid responses to job site emergencies such as floods, demolitions and rebuilds which all require and rely upon infallible collaboration.

With a name synonymous with reliability, FUSE Equip is the resource that supplies and operates the tower cranes, hoists, and heavy equipment solutions that make construction possible. They are the workers that lift your projects and enhance our lives by raising the buildings that transform the skylines of the cities we all call home. The StratusVue solution increases the energy, harnesses the grit, and builds upon the experience of the entire FUSE team.

FUSE Specialty surpasses the strategic needs of their clients by providing expertise in specialized trades such as concrete and miscellaneous Division 10 related specialties. They have proven their ability to leverage their top-tier knowledge and time-tested skills to dig in and build your projects from start to finish. Digitizing their operations and production tracking processes with StratusVue allows them to confidently face every challenge they encounter and build your project with pride.

About StratusVue
To be competitive and successful in today’s construction industry, a firm must take advantage of a technology solution that is able to manage all the information the entire team of contractors, subcontractors, and specialists use to make decisions. With desktop, tablet, and mobile access, StratusVue’s cloud-based SaaS platform is that solution.

For construction projects, transparency is essential. It provides everyone involved with a live status report of the past, present, and future of the project. StratusVue is a collaborative solution that improves and enhances transparency by allowing everyone on the entire team to see what is happening on the entire project in real time – reducing risks, rework, and delays.

With true financial integrations, accountability is an absolute necessity. It holds individuals accountable for their project actions, and businesses for their team’s performance. The StratusVue transaction log provides 100% verification of all activity on the project, allowing each team to focus their attention on moving forward.

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Unifiy Multiple Locations

Michael Beigay and Rhonda Pike, SteelFab, Inc.

Obstacle: Maintain Consistency and Culture within Multiple Locations.

Solution: The StratusVue Platform provides flexibility and consistency to foster uniformity and  independence within each affiliate location.

Overview:  SteelFab organization has many offices within many states.  They needed a solution to provide consistency in communication while accommodating for the uniqueness of each office.  Michael and Rhonda have been able to implement successfully with power users that know the both the SteelFab SOP and StratusVue.

Want More: Watch the Full Interview with Michael and Rhonda: StratusVue’s Guest Speaker Series: SteelFab, Inc. – StratusVue

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