Prefabrication has rapidly gained traction for its effectiveness and ability to optimize resources. Nevertheless, managers of prefab shops frequently confront numerous obstacles that impede their productivity and ultimately affect project outcomes.

EVOLVE Shop is an MEP operations software that simplifies the prefab process by making it easier to track work orders. In this article, we will delve into the primary challenges encountered by shop managers and discover how the integration of EVOLVE Shop can revolutionize prefab operations. 

1. Managing Multiple Projects: Prefab shop managers often oversee multiple projects simultaneously, each with its unique requirements and deadlines. Coordinating manpower, materials, and equipment across multiple projects can be an intricate task. Without proper tools, it becomes challenging to prioritize tasks, allocate resources effectively, and ensure seamless communication between teams.

EVOLVE Shop enables shop managers to centralize project management all in one place. By providing a comprehensive overview of all ongoing work orders and projects, you eliminate the need to update multiple worksheets, or check multiple different platforms. EVOLVE Shop lets users easily assign tasks, monitor progress, and track resource utilization, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced delays.

2. Scheduling and Capacity Optimization: Optimizing shop floor capacity and managing schedules is critical to meet project timelines. Prefab shop managers must balance the workload among different teams and workstations while considering factors like equipment availability, material lead times, and labor constraints. Manual scheduling processes can be time-consuming, prone to errors, and lack real-time visibility.

EVOLVE Shop offers a collaborative environment where all stakeholders can access real-time project information, exchange messages, and share documents.

EVOLVE Shop simplifies scheduling by offering visual planning boards and real-time updates. Managers can drag and drop tasks, allocate resources efficiently, and identify bottlenecks quickly. The software's automation capabilities reduce scheduling conflicts, minimize idle time, and maximize shop floor productivity.

3. Quality Control and Compliance: Maintaining quality standards and adhering to regulatory requirements is crucial in the prefab industry. Shop managers face challenges in implementing consistent quality control measures, ensuring compliance, and managing documentation efficiently. Tracking quality issues, non-conformities, and corrective actions can be cumbersome without a standardized system.

EVOLVE Shop offers a clean, intuitive tracking program that utilizes the Kanban style of project management. This helps shop managers to define inspection checkpoints, record test results, and track non-conformities, without having to walk through the shop floor.

4. Collaboration and Communication: Effective collaboration and communication are vital for seamless prefab shop operations. Shop managers must liaise with various stakeholders, including project managers, designers, suppliers, and field teams. Traditional communication methods like emails, phone calls, and spreadsheets can lead to miscommunication, delays, and confusion.

EVOLVE Shop offers a collaborative environment where all stakeholders can access real-time project information, exchange messages, and share documents. Managers can easily communicate updates, clarify requirements, and ensure everyone is aligned, fostering collaboration and improving overall project coordination.

Make life easy for your shop manager and schedule time to learn more about EVOLVE Shop.