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Steel erection involves constant coordination between raising gangs, cranes, schedules, and material flow. Success depends on having clear, consistent information about what is happening on site.
Versatile focuses on capturing and organizing that information so steel contractors can see progress, understand productivity, and make informed decisions throughout a project.
Below are four data gaps that affect steel project execution and how teams gain visibility into each one.
1. Understanding Daily Installation Progress
Tracking daily steel installation requires accurate, timely data. Many teams rely on a mix of verbal updates, reports, and spreadsheets to understand what was installed and when.
Versatile captures installation activity directly from crane and lifting operations. This data shows what was set, the order of installation, and how progress aligns with the project plan.
Some users tell us this gives them a consistent view of daily progress across crews and shifts without adding extra reporting tasks.
2. Managing Crane Utilization
Cranes play a central role in steel erection. Understanding how cranes are used throughout the day helps teams evaluate productivity, coordination, and workflow.
Versatile records lift activity and organizes it into clear utilization insights. Teams can review active lifting periods, pauses, and overall usage patterns across the project timeline.
Some users tell us this information helps them review crane performance with greater clarity during project meetings and internal reviews.
“Versatile helps steel contractors understand installation activity by capturing data directly from the crane and organizing it into clear, usable insights.”
3. Comparing Planned Work to Actual Installation
Steel projects are built around planned sequences and schedules. Comparing those plans to actual installation activity helps teams understand how work is progressing over time.
Versatile aligns planned sequences with real installation data captured from the field. This creates a clear record of how work unfolded compared to expectations.
Some users tell us this comparison supports mid-project adjustments and improves future planning by making production patterns easier to analyze.
4. Producing Clear, Consistent Project Reporting
Project reporting requires accuracy, consistency, and credibility. Stakeholders depend on reports to understand progress, productivity, and risk.
Versatile uses captured lift and crane data to generate objective, data-backed insights. Reports reflect actual field activity and remain consistent across projects and teams.
Some users tell us this approach helps align communication between field teams, project management, and leadership.
How Versatile Supports Data-Driven Steel Construction
Versatile provides steel contractors with a structured way to capture and review installation data directly from the jobsite. The platform connects field activity to schedules, utilization, and reporting without interrupting crews.
By organizing this information in one place, Versatile supports clearer decision-making throughout the life of a project.
Summary:
This article explained four common data gaps in steel construction, including daily installation visibility, crane utilization tracking, plan-versus-actual comparison, and consistent project reporting. It outlined how steel teams gain clearer jobsite visibility using installation and crane data during active projects. We have FAQs below and encourage you to contact us to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Versatile collect steel erection data?
Versatile captures data from crane and lifting activity on steel erection projects. This approach focuses on actual installation events rather than manual reporting.
Does Versatile require additional input from the field?
Versatile is designed to collect data without adding tasks for ironworkers or foremen. Installation activity is captured automatically.
What kind of insights does Versatile provide?
Versatile provides visibility into installation progress, crane utilization, and plan-versus-actual comparisons using recorded lift data.
Who uses Versatile on a steel project?
Project managers, superintendents, and executives use Versatile to review progress, productivity, and trends across steel erection projects.
Can Versatile be used during an active project?
Yes. Versatile is used during live projects to review installation activity and track progress as work continues.
