The client is based in Canada and is in the construction sector. It offers end-to-end support to help meet the client's goals in construction projects. The construction data and metrics the business provides to its clients help improve construction quality, planning, and operations. They wanted to build a dedicated cutting-edge construction project management platform to streamline their service.
The aim was to integrate a custom-built platform that could centralize data, automate processes, and provide real-time insights using the latest tools. The platform would serve as a solution to the client's issues .
As business grew, our client had to engage more human resources to process a large amount of data generated by various stakeholders (contractors, subcontractors, suppliers). Often these data came from separate systems or formats, creating silos hindering effective communication and collaboration. All this affected delivery and decision-making.
Quality suffered as data volume increased and in the absence of a centralized data management platform. As a result, there were significant project delays, rework issues, and missed opportunities.
Ensuring regulatory compliance and generating accurate reports is a time-consuming process that can be error-prone without a centralized and automated platform.
The Proquantic team was mandated to design a one-stop, simple, yet robust solution for all construction data needs. The aim was to create a construction project management software solution that helped businesses achieve cost and time savings. Every construction touchpoint, from design to operation, had to be mapped for seamless performance and 360-degree service delivery.
Working on a stringent deadline, our developers and managers had to develop a fair understanding of the construction industry. Apart from the above challenges, we faced some critical technical roadblocks, which are listed below.
With data coming from numerous sources in varying formats, creating a standardized and interoperable data structure was a significant hurdle.
We often had to interact with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and clients, with diverse requirements. It was challenging to satisfy these needs and create a user-friendly platform.
Handling and processing large volumes of real-time data without latency, ensuring up-to-date information for decision-making.
Ensuring the security of sensitive construction data and compliance with industry standards.
Using the ASP.NET Zero framework, we developed a robust platform with .Net Core, MVC, jQuery, and SQL Server. The platform is powered by Microsoft Azure Cloud Services .
| Technology Layer | Technology Used |
|---|---|
| Framework | ASP.NET Zero |
| Backend | .Net Core |
| Frontend | jQuery |
| Database | SQL Server |
| Cloud | Microsoft Azure Cloud Services |
Let’s break down our approach to this project.
The delivered platform consisted of the following features listed here
The delivered platform served as a single source of truth, integrating data from various sources and making it accessible to all stakeholders. Our custom solution significantly enhanced the client’s construction data management capabilities, resulting in:
Operational Efficiency: Data collection and reporting were automated, significantly reducing manual effort and minimizing errors for the client. With streamlined workflows, productivity increased by 45%.
Data Accuracy: Advanced analytics features helped the client make data-driven decisions and simplified project management. Improved data accuracy and reliability led to desired project outcomes.
Security and Compliance: Enhanced data security and compliance with industry standards, building trust among stakeholders.
Sales and Adoption: A 35% increase in platform adoption among construction teams and a 40% rise in sales of the client’s services.
The solution brought proven benefits for our client by transforming their data acquisition and valuation processes. It's easy to use and delivers on its promise. The client now has more time to focus on improving construction quality and planning.
