The construction industry faces a growing crisis: a shortage of skilled workers. A recent survey found that 60.3% of firms are struggling to meet workforce demands, and this issue is only expected to worsen in the coming years. As experienced professionals retire faster than replacements can be trained, construction businesses find meeting deadlines and maintaining productivity more challenging.
But what if there was a way to do more with less? With the right construction management solutions, the impact of this workforce shortage can be reduced while efficiency and productivity are boosted.
How Construction Management Solutions Can Improve Productivity and Efficiency With iPlanTables Plan Review Workstations
At iPlanTables, we understand the pressures construction companies face. As the demand for skilled labor increases, businesses must look for ways to maximize the efficiency of their current workforce. Construction management solutions, like our Plan Review Workstations, help companies meet these demands while navigating workforce challenges.
Here’s how these solutions can benefit your team:
- Streamlining Workflows: With iPlanTables, you can automate many repetitive tasks when reviewing construction plans. By moving from paper to digital, workflows are faster and less prone to errors.
- Improving Efficiency: Many construction professionals waste time managing paper documents and dealing with inefficient processes. With tech-driven solutions like our 4K touchscreens, you can significantly reduce time spent searching for project plans, zooming, and panning on small screens.
- Attracting New Talent: Young professionals are drawn to innovative, tech-forward work environments. By upgrading your workspace with tools that appeal to tech-savvy professionals, you can attract and retain skilled talent for your projects.
As companies work to adapt to the reality of labor shortages, these construction management solutions offer a path forward by improving operational efficiency and enhancing team performance.
The Financial Benefits of Implementing Construction Management Solutions
While many businesses might be focused on labor shortages, it’s important to remember that construction management solutions can significantly impact a company’s bottom line. Reducing inefficiencies and eliminating unnecessary processes can quickly add up to savings.
Here are some areas where you can see immediate financial benefits:
- Reduction in Printing Costs: Printing construction plans and specs can be expensive. On average, each printed sheet costs around $3.60. Transitioning to digital solutions like iPlanTables can drastically cut these costs.
- Time Savings: Construction professionals spend an average of 5.5 hours a week searching for project plans and managing paperwork. This is roughly $7,000 annually per employee spent on finding information. Construction management solutions that streamline these tasks help save time and reduce wasted labor costs.
- Improved Screen Efficiency: Small screens for plan reviews can result in significant time losses. Our 4K touchscreen workstations reduce the time spent panning, zooming, and scrolling. Studies show that larger, more efficient screens can save 130 hours and $3,250 per employee annually.
By cutting costs in these areas and improving productivity, businesses can see a return on investment (ROI) quickly—often within the first year.
How to Calculate Your ROI with Construction Management Solutions
To help you understand the financial impact of iPlanTables solutions, here’s a simple formula to calculate the ROI:
ROI ($) = Savings from (Printing + Labor + Efficiency) – iPlanTables Investment
Example ROI Calculation:
Let’s say you print 5,000 construction drawing sheets annually.
Savings from Printing = 5,000 × $3.60 = $18,000
Now, imagine you have five employees responsible for managing paper plans.
Savings from Labor = 5 × 5.5 × (50,000 ÷ 2080) × 52 = $34,377
Next, assume five employees are using small screens to review plans.
Savings from Efficiency = (130 × 5) × (50,000 ÷ 2080) = $15,626
Total Annual Savings = $18,000 + $34,377 + $15,626 = $68,003
This represents the amount you could save in one year by implementing iPlanTables solutions. Investments in the workstations are quickly recouped, and any additional years of use translate directly into savings.
Take the First Step Toward Improving Your Efficiency
While the construction industry faces significant challenges regarding workforce shortages, there are straightforward ways to mitigate these issues. One way is to adopt digital workstations like iPlanTables. By embracing digital tools that improve workflows and reduce inefficiencies, you can ensure that your team is as productive as possible, even with fewer resources.
As your company adapts to labor market realities, incorporating advanced technology like iPlanTables will give you a competitive edge. You’ll improve workforce efficiency and save time and money, which you can reinvest in your business.
If you’re ready to explore how iPlanTables can help your company overcome workforce challenges, we invite you to reach out for a personalized discussion. Our team can show you exactly how these solutions can integrate into your business and improve productivity today.
Remember, there’s only ONE iPlanTables. We have been the original USA manufacturer of electronic plan review tables since 2010. We are the world’s #1 supplier of wide-format electronic touchscreen workstations.
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