Build+Tech – Summer 2024-25

Companion Systems

Let's face it — being a builder is tough, even on good days. Managing last-minute client curveballs, no-show tradies, endless paperwork, and juggling council requirements or supplier relationships — sound familiar?

So, why tackle the heavy lifting alone? OnSite Companion is designed to handle all the complexities, so you don’t have to. With job control, scheduling, defect and variation tracking, to-do lists, audits, reporting, and more, OnSite brings all the pieces together in one smart, easy-to-use platform that transforms how you build.

Imagine a world where you can sidestep project chaos and focus on what really matters. Whether you’re online or offline, onsite or remote, OnSite adapts to each project, from single-family homes to multi-residential developments and sprawling commercial builds. 

Scalable and fully customisable, it’s the one slick system that allows you to automate every stage of the building process, from sales and planning to construction, maintenance, and warranty. 

Ready to build without limits? Powered by Companion Systems, OnSite Companion allows you to stay on budget and on time, every time.

Witzer

In the building industry, horror stories about tradies not getting paid and projects being left unfinished are all too common. Enter Witzer – a revolutionary software solution designed to increase trust and transparency between tradies and clients.

Developed by industry professionals who understand the challenges of contractual conflicts, Witzer empowers tradies to reduce administrative burdens, get paid faster, and improve client communications.

The platform securely holds project funds in an independent trust, releasing payments only when both parties agree that the work meets the contractual standards. This instils confidence in clients that their projects will be completed, while tradies can rest assured, they will receive their final payment. With Witzer, you can confidently secure your business cash flow, knowing your project is funded and compliant with legislative requirements – all without risk. Witzer also offers features that simplify business management, allowing tradies to easily track and receive payments and eliminating the hassle of managing multiple transactions.

Furthermore, Witzer equips tradies with powerful project management tools to enhance organisation, meet deadlines and deliver exceptional results.

Task management, progress tracking and real-time communication streamline workflows. So every project is completed on time and within budget. Do the work. Submit your claims. Get paid. Don’t risk it – Witz it!

Core Estimator

Being a builder comes with plenty of challenges – supply chain issues, labour shortages, and managing multiple projects.

Estimating doesn’t have to add to the stress. That’s where Core Estimator comes in. Created by builder Dean Loader and tech expert Cameron Kelsey, this software is designed to make estimating easier for builders of any size.

For years, Dean searched for a way to access the 3D data embedded in architectural files without complicated or expensive software. Core Estimator lets you do just that. Even if you’ve never used 3D estimating before, you can quickly perform take-offs using both 3D models and 2D plans. This leads to faster, more accurate estimates with fewer errors.

The software also features a task and communication tool that helps you collaborate with your clients, architects, engineers, interior designers and subcontractors. You can link tasks directly to 3D models or 2D plans, keeping communication organised and clear without the chaos of endless emails and texts. In short, Core Estimator is designed to make your estimating more efficient and accurate, so you can focus on delivering great projects on time and on budget.

MITEK 3D VIEWER

The MiTek 3D Viewer is an innovative tool designed to enhance the building experience for the Australian construction market. It offers builders a way to visualise structural components and project details in three dimensions, allowing for accurate planning and execution.

By enabling real-time inspection of designs, the 3D Viewer helps builders identify potential issues early, reducing costly onsite changes. Builders can rotate, zoom and pan through structures, providing a comprehensive understanding of complex elements, such as roof trusses, wall frames and floor systems.

This level of detail simplifies communication with stakeholders by making it easier to discuss design intricacies and build confidence in decision-making.

SAFE-SITE.AI

Safe-Sight.Ai is revolutionising safety monitoring in construction and asset-intensive industries as a crucial support tool for safety professionals.

Unlike traditional surveillance systems, its AI-powered solution acts as an extra pair of eyes, monitoring worksites to detecting hazards such as missing PPE, falls, and other safety risks – all in real-time. 

Safe-Sight.Ai takes care of routine, time-intensive monitoring, freeing teams to focus on tasks that demand expertise. Its solution ensures no detail is missed.

Exclusive offer: HIA members who join during the beta phase will receive an additional 15 per cent discount on their subscription, starting January 2025. Even if you sign up after the beta, the 15 per cent discount will still apply, offering a valuable opportunity to secure long-term savings.

HIA SAFESCAN

HIA SafeScan is a quick, easy way to give your contractors/workers instant access to the work health and safety (WHS) forms they need to complete onsite.

The SafeScan QR codes offer:

• essential site safety forms developed by HIA’s safety experts 
• instant notification of completed forms 
• a link to your own cloud-based Safety Management System and documents (optional).

Simply display your QR code onsite so contractors can scan and access your site safety forms when they arrive. Completed forms are sent straight to your inbox for record keeping. Save time and reduce admin with paperless site sign-in, risk assessment, incident reporting and more.

First published 26 November 2024