Drive Data Value and Relevance with Field-Focused Connectivity
Cloud-based platforms are proving to be an invaluable tool for data management and collaboration. Yet, while these solutions work particularly well in the design and preconstruction environment, they’ve been underutilized when it comes to capturing and connecting data from the field.
When verifying design intent with as-constructed conditions, any data disconnect can result in duplication or fragmentation, resulting in delays in decision-making and issue resolution. That’s where an integrated mobile experience provided by tools such as the Autodesk Construction Cloud field-focused mobile app makes all the difference.
Here are five powerful ways Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile app can drive data value, collaboration, improve project results and stop your project team from collecting data twice.
Work Status Dashboard
The dashboard provides users with real-time updates, reflecting changes or new assignments as they occur in the Autodesk Construction Cloud to quickly access and manage assigned tasks and responsibilities, such as punch lists, issues and RFIs. It can be tailored to the individual user, displaying only the tasks and issues that have been assigned to them or are within their scope of responsibility. This dashboard provides a personalized view that helps users focus on the items that are most relevant to their roles and responsibilities.
Viewing and Annotating Drawings
From directly within the app, users are able to view and navigate through project drawings and specifications. Users can easily add annotations, markups, and issues directly on the drawings and the app also supports hyperlinks to navigate between related drawings and details.
Punchlist and Observation Management
This feature lets users gather quality, design and compliance data in the field for easy access in the office. Photos taken from the app are easily attached to relevant issues, RFIs, or forms for real-time documentation. Another benefit is that the photos are automatically stored in the integrated photo library.
Form Filling and Checklists
The app facilitates access to pre-designed, tailored PDF-based checklists and forms for activities – such as quality control or site inspection – for seamless data capture. Completed forms are stored within a form library, providing a centralized repository for all project-related checklists, documentation, LEED documents and site evaluations.
Integration with Other Tools
One of the most powerful features of the mobile app is the integration of federated models into a single, coordinated view without duplicating data. This feature allows design teams to identify potential conflicts or issues from the field with ease and accuracy. One of the newest features allows users to create issues directly within the Revit model, further improving communication between design and construction teams.
By leveraging the Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile app and the clear connection between field activities and the office, architects, and construction administration teams can streamline their workflows, improve data integrity, and make more informed decisions. This ultimately leads to enhanced project delivery, reduced costs, and increased overall efficiency.
For more insights into the Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile app features and functionality, see the Don’t Collect Data Twice webinar hosted by Andrell Laniewicz, Technology Consultant with U.S. CAD, An ARKANCE Company.
