The LeanScaper Podcast How To Harness Jobsite Intelligence w/ Isaac Barlow
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Oct 21, 2025 In this conversation, Isaac Barlow, founder of BusyBusy and a trailblazer in jobsite intelligence, dives into the transformative power of accurate data in the trades. He explains why time tracking is vital but often elusive, while emphasizing the cultural shift needed for data-first companies. Isaac shares insights on mitigating bad data, coaching strategies for crew leaders, and how transparency fosters trust and attracts top talent. Best of all, he reveals how data-driven innovation will determine the industry's future success.
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Time Is The Key Jobsite Metric
- Time tracking is the most crucial field data for validating estimates and measuring job performance.
- Accurate labor time reveals whether estimates, not crews, are the root cause of profit loss.
Judge Data By Estimator Utility
- Define data quality by whether it helps the estimator bid more accurately next time.
- Collect verification signals (like geostamps) only to ensure the recorded time matches the actual job.
Make Tools Field-First
- Build field-first tools: make tracking convenient for crews before the office.
- Prioritize field usability even if it creates a slight extra burden in the office.