Estimate Mastery, The Podcast Episode 17 - Using Tech To Keep Photos Organized
Mar 3, 2023
Nick Brouillette from CompanyCam joins to discuss the crucial role of photo documentation for contractors. He highlights how automation can drastically cut time spent on organizing and retrieving photos, saving hours in the field. The conversation dives into the challenges contractors face with traditional methods and the importance of effective communication for smooth operations. Innovative features like customizable checklists and annotations enhance clarity in documentation, ensuring contractors have easy access to vital information when needed.
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CompanyCam Saves Time With Organization
- CompanyCam organizes photos in real time by project location, timestamp, and user, saving contractors hours compared to old methods.
- It eliminates the chaos of photo management and communication via texts or emails across the team.
Contractors Struggle With Photo Chaos
- Nick describes contractors scrolling endlessly through photo reels trying to find work photos mixed with personal images.
- This inefficient method wastes time and complicates collaboration between multiple people photographing the same job.
Poor Documentation Hurts Profits
- Alena shares her supplementing experience where inadequate photos led to lost thousands of dollars on claims.
- Missing photos like chimney flashing or damaged vents directly impact profitability and insurance payments.