Making the Switch: Using Technology in the Field
In recent years, utility companies have been integrating digital data collection and task management systems into their field operations. What this means for workers in the field is that they handle various forms of technology and electronic devices such as iPads or tablets throughout their work day. These methods of data collection and task management […]
Digital Data Collection Platforms: Forms/Survey Designs
There are several types of forms field workers in the utility industry, and many others as well such as the oil and gas industry, must fill out during their day. Some of these forms include Job Safety Analysis (JSA), vehicle inspections, incident and damage reports, stop-works, and the forms or surveys relevant to the job […]
The Digital Transition: Streamline your Field Operations with OpSource
While new and innovative ways of performing tasks can be more efficient and convenient from outsiders looking in, many of us are guilty of resisting change, clinging to the way we’ve “always done things”. This can be especially true for those who work in the utility industry when making the switch between pencil-and-paper data collection […]
Streamlining Efficiency: The Impact of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
In an era where efficiency is paramount, the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 stands as a landmark legislation in the United States, aimed at reducing the burden of paperwork on businesses and citizens. This article delves into the significance of this act, its impact on federal agencies, and the ongoing efforts to streamline information collection […]
The Benefits of Going Paperless
The construction industry is also moving towards digital transformation in a time of fast technology growth. A big change in recent years is using software like sitemaps to reduce paper in construction documentation. An increasing number of construction companies are going paperless. It is a smart choice that has many benefits for the construction industry. […]
Going Paperless in Construction: Take the Leap
As our world becomes increasingly more digital, you may have heard the term “paperless” be tossed around. Paperless documentation may mean something different depending on what industry you’re in. This guide goes in depth about the shift to paperless processes and digitized documents in the construction industry. We explore the shift from paper documents to […]