Transforming Building Efficiency with Digital Innovation: Daiwa House Modular Europe
Lear about how the touch screen software solution streamlined document management, enhanced task completion, and promoted sustainability among employees
Daiwa House Modular Europe, originally founded as a transportation company in the Netherlands in 1960, quickly recognized the groundbreaking potential of modular construction and expanded its production accordingly. They evolved into a market leader, operating across the Benelux, Germany, and the United Kingdom, and are specializing in housing solutions for residential, healthcare, office, education, and industrial sectors.
The Challenge
As a prominent contracting company collaborating with various stakeholders, the client faced significant challenges in project management. With numerous specialists and employees involved in each project, the abundance of documentation often led to process delays and hindered task completion. Moreover, prioritizing corporate social responsibility and sustainability, the client sought to optimize project efficiency while adhering to its environmental commitments. Finding the right solution to streamline operations and promote sustainability was imperative.
Collaborating with the client's team, responsible for ICT and Innovation, we embarked on a quest to develop a paperless solution that simplifies document management for the client's employees. The challenge was to create an app allowing employees to access a centralized portal where all documentation and files could be stored, updated, and tracked. Additionally, the app needed to facilitate task completion and progress monitoring seamlessly.
The Process
As with any touchscreen software and app development project, it was an ongoing process characterized by agility. Throughout the project, we encountered challenges that required structured problem-solving approaches. Direct communication with the client facilitated smooth collaboration, enabling our development team to swiftly incorporate feedback and deliver updates. Following the rollout of the web app version, several issues emerged, necessitating prompt resolution.
Initially, file loss during transmission to the CMS posed a significant challenge, resulting in data loss and frustration among stakeholders. Secondly, a latency/caching issue caused delays in file updates reaching employees, leading to confusion and potential duplication of work. Lastly, intermittent login issues disrupted workflow, prompting random logouts and necessitating frequent reauthentication, causing inconvenience for employees.
The Solution
Upon identifying the reported issues, our development team promptly initiated bug fixes and software optimizations. By addressing underlying software glitches, the team successfully resolved the identified problems, ensuring smooth app functionality. Subsequent testing and experimentation confirmed the effectiveness of the implemented solutions, resulting in improved app performance and reliability.
The Benefits
The deployment of the touch screen software yielded several benefits for the client:
- Improved Internal Communication: The app makes it easy for employees to communicate, collaborate, and share information.
- Boosted Productivity: By simplifying processes and providing centralized access to documents, projects move faster, leading to increased productivity.
- Greater Mobility and Flexibility: Employees have the freedom to access important documents and data from anywhere, allowing them to work more efficiently.
- Increased Employee Engagement: Instant sharing of news and activities helps employees feel more connected and engaged with the organization.
The Result
Daiwa House Modular Europe's commitment to innovation and sustainability has been reinforced through the successful implementation of the touch screen software solution. Our collaborative approach ensured that the solution addressed Daiwa House Modular Europe's unique challenges while delivering tangible benefits to the organization. From conceptualization to implementation, our team remains committed to providing comprehensive support, ensuring that the client continues to thrive in the evolving construction landscape.