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5 FIELD DATA CAPTURE • Realtime • Structured • Automated • Automated. Most data collection activities are repetitive, so a mobile technology approach can save significant time through automation. This includes… - Starting with a previously completed form. For example, most daily logs include redundant information. A mobile solution allows users to access an archive of daily logs so that they can duplicate the previous day's inputs and only adjust items that have changed. - Leveraging pre-populated fields. Pre-populated dropdown lists are either generated as an administrative function (in which case they need to be manually updated) or are directly connected to another data source such as an operational database or financial ERP system (in which they are always up to date). This is advantageous for quick data selection and alignment with backend office systems. - Device sensor or cloud connected inputs. Other real-time populated fields can come from connected devices or cloud-based feeds, including GPS location, site conditions, time/date and telematics feeds. 3. Data analysis is key to leveraging all of the information from the field in a way that will help drive better decisions around project operations and offer greater insight into the performance of the project portfolio. Moving this data to a single, digital source of truth enables better project reporting and business intelligence that helps managers quickly analyze project performance and make empowered, data-based decisions. • Reports. Reports can be generated quickly in any form or template using software applications that leverage field data. • Dashboards. Web and mobile dashboard views of project performance are powerful tools for managing field operations. They provide the office and field with the same views so they can get aligned on daily project performance. This allows teams to uncover trends and minimize reaction time when issues arise. Real-time dashboards can also motivate the field team as they track performance against the planned progress. • Business Analysis. The sheer quantity of data being collected is both a problem and an opportunity. Leveraging an analysis tool allows managers to pull insight from the historical or project data so that they can make better decisions to ensure better project outcomes. This analysis can impact ongoing project execution, but also has significant relevance when planning new projects. For example, cost management is a field-centric activity, but often the learning curve of a project is not captured