Having a Covid-19 Business Continuity Plan

During Coronavirus the biggest change for many companies has been employees working remotely. While some construction companies have struggled to adapt to the new working environment, some were prepared for the change before the pandemic hit and it may even have saved jobs. “I am grateful for how advanced technology is today,” said one Project Manager. “If we didn't have the technology we do, I think that a lot of people wouldn't be able to work virtually. So more construction admin jobs [have been] saved.”

• Working from home can be challenging, but we’ve put together tips and tricks to help employees.
• Having the right technology in place is key to being able to work remotely. Are you asking these questions about your construction software?

Cloud technology has been a game changer for many construction companies. Data is no longer stored in-house on a physical server, making it simple to safely and securely access from anywhere. A CFO at one firm was thrilled with their decision to utilize cloud technology. “Last year we migrated to Viewpoint's cloud environment,” he said. “It has been a huge advantage for us during this disruptive time. We have largely been able to continue our work without interruption.”

• A cloud implementation can seem daunting, but Viewpoint has helped customers with thousands of them. Here’s some wisdom from those implementations.
• As jobsites start to open back up, mobile tech becomes a necessity to bring the field and the office together.

Making fast adjustments as the world changes is a necessity. That’s where real-time data can be a huge help. As one Systems Manager said, “These times have forced us to take deep dives into solutions that allow us to rapidly respond to any project issues with real-time data”. The ability to make nimble decisions can set contractors apart in times of crisis.

• Data is essential, but disconnected data can set a company back. Here’s how to avoid those disconnected data systems.
• Real-time data is powerful. Here are some real-world examples of using that data successfully.

Viewpoint learned in a recent meeting with customers that the use of physical paper was not only a hassle, but now a health hazard. A paperless system is a common goal for contractors, but Covid-19 is pushing them in that direction more rapidly. “We have been trying to go to a paperless system,” an accounting professional explained. “This is definitely pushing us to do more things paperless.”

• Digital paperwork is not only less risky in terms of health, but it also helps connect the office with the field. Learn how.