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Marius Stäcker , CEO and Co-founder , ToolTime small business management . Investing in digital and software tools can offer the opportunity to create a resilient business model by streamlining and optimising operations for greater efficiency , enabling businesses to focus on increased revenue generation and profitability even with limited resources and in the face of higher operational costs .
Roofing company ZafBuild , for example , says that using our business management platform enabled them to grow profit by 20 %, while home emergency services business Generational Homes reports savings of four to six hours every day , helping them complete an additional 20 – 25 jobs every week to bring in additional revenue .
Indeed , our research showed that 34 % of construction workers use digital and software tools to save time on admin for business growth , with 26 % saying they used them to create more efficient backend processes .
Combatting skilled worker shortages and overwork
While rising costs was the main challenge , 23 % of construction respondents also cited burnout due to overwork as a major concern . With labour shortages putting pressure on the available workforce , builders find it harder to complete jobs on time and maintain high service standards without overextending themselves or their teams .
Digital tools offer a solution to this problem by automating many of the administrative tasks that would otherwise consume valuable time . Platforms that streamline scheduling , job tracking and customer communications can alleviate a significant burden , allowing teams to focus on the physical aspects of the job rather than getting bogged down in paperwork . Digital tools can also provide much-needed visibility into operations , helping construction businesses optimise workflow and ensure jobs are completed on time without overwhelming the team .
According to our data , 40 % of construction professionals use digital tools to compensate for skilled worker shortages , allowing them to maintain output and meet project deadlines despite limited staff . Surveys also show that 32 % use digital tools to spend more time on their trade and 30 % to strike a better work-life balance .
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