Using Technology to Build Smarter, Together
The construction industry constantly evolves—tight timelines, shifting priorities, and multiple stakeholders are now the norm. At Warfel Construction, staying ahead means regularly evaluating how we plan, communicate, and execute our work. Over the past year, we’ve taken a closer look at how we approach project scheduling and made meaningful changes to align our teams more effectively.
Rethinking How We Schedule
Historically, project schedules were managed in platforms that didn’t always reflect the pace or complexity of our projects. Field teams often worked from outdated information, and updates were hard to coordinate. We knew there had to be a better way, something that would help our teams stay aligned in real time, without adding friction to their workflow. Schedules were often siloed, difficult to update, and even harder to align across roles. That led us to search for something more intuitive and responsive, ultimately bringing us to selecting Outbuild as our construction scheduling and planning software.
A Practical Shift Toward Collaboration
Our team explored several options before choosing a new scheduling platform that met our needs for accessibility, ease of use, and real-time updates. The goal wasn’t to chase the latest tech trend, it was to find a tool that supported how our people work. One of the biggest changes we’ve seen since adopting a new platform is improved collaboration between field and office teams.
Key benefits include:
- A shared, real-time source of truth for schedules
- Faster updates that keep everyone aligned
- Smoother communication across roles and departments
- Earlier visibility into potential roadblocks before they impact the schedule
Technology That Supports People
“We needed a tool that matched how our teams actually work, not the other way around,” said Dylan Keller, Vice President of People. “Now, everyone, from the office to the field, can stay connected through one simple, real-time schedule.”
The transition has improved everything from field engagement to visibility into upcoming work. We’ve also appreciated working with a responsive partner who’s committed to helping us succeed through the rollout.
Putting People First, With the Right Tools
At Warfel, we believe technology should make work simpler and more human, not more complicated. Our continued investment in the right tools is just one way we’re improving the experience for our teams, partners, and Clients for Life. Whether it’s scheduling, planning, or communication, we’ll continue looking for innovative ways to build smarter, together.