Increasing efficiency through mobile apps in the construction industry

Mobile apps are being used more and more frequently in the construction industry and in more and more areas. And for good reason. For companies that manage large construction projects, mobile apps offer numerous advantages that have a direct impact on the success of the project.

This article highlights the most important developments and presents the latest facts and figures on the use of mobile apps in the construction industry.

Why are more and more companies using mobile apps in construction management?

Improved efficiency and a better overview of construction projects thanks to improved communication

Mobile apps enable construction managers to receive immediate updates on the progress of a project, maintain an overview and react quickly to changes thanks to improved communication – especially with their own employees and the subcontractors commissioned.

Studies show that real-time communication can increase efficiency on construction sites by up to 25 %.
(Source: McKinsey & Company)

Documentation and reports directly from the construction site

Mobile apps can be used to create important documents and reports (from photo documentation, important VOB processes and defect recording to measurement recording and director’s reports) directly on the construction site and share them immediately with everyone involved. This increases transparency and traceability.

According to a survey by JBKnowledge, 85% of construction companies use mobile apps for documentation and reporting.
(Source: JBKnowledge Construction Technology Report)

Central access to digital construction plans

Construction plans and important documents are accessible to everyone involved at any time and from anywhere via the mobile device, which significantly increases efficiency on the construction site. In addition, locations can be marked on your plan and thus assigned to tasks, assets or tickets – which improves the overview in everyday life and simplifies numerous steps. And all without paper.

Research shows that mobile access to blueprints reduces the time it takes to plan and execute tasks by up to 30%.
(Source: Dodge Data & Analytics)

Increased efficiency and cost savings

As a result, these points lead to more efficient work processes and comparatively lower costs. And these effects increase in particular with increasing project size and complexity.

According to a study by McKinsey, construction companies could significantly increase productivity and reduce project expenditure by using mobile technologies such as mobile apps.
(Source: McKinsey & Company)