AccelOne’s Mobile Solution for Project Site by Trimble
AccelOne developed a sophisticated mobile app for Trimble’s construction project management, improving visibility, collaboration, and control across construction projects.
Scott Craig • March 15, 2024 • Software development / Mobile solutions
Business requirement
Trimble, a global leader in construction technology, aimed to reduce project risks, increase productivity, and streamline collaboration through a mobile application that complements its e-Builder platform.
Fragmented project management tools in the construction industry often result in delays, errors, and budget overruns.
Trimble needed a mobile app that enabled real-time collaboration and centralized all project-related information for seamless visibility and control across distributed teams.
Business solution
AccelOne developed Project Site, an all-in-one construction management platform that facilitates real-time updates, document sharing, scheduling, and budgeting.
Designed as a mobile extension to Trimble’s e-Builder platform, Project Site provides tools for managing project schedules, budgets, and field reports, allowing stakeholders to access and update information from any location.
Technical solution
AccelOne’s technical team delivered an app initially built in Xamarin and later migrated to MAUI to enhance performance and maintainability. Key technical components included:
Tailored PDF Editing: Custom PDF editing library tailored to meet specific design requirements.
Technology Stack: Migration from Xamarin to MAUI for improved performance, maintainability, and code reusability.
Kanban Methodology: Efficient project management and workflow using Kanban, enabling timely deliverables and precise project control.
Challenges
The development involved adhering to exact design specifications, which required custom adaptations of existing libraries and the creation of new components.
Customizing a PDF editing library to align with specific design requirements and migrating the app from Xamarin to MAUI were significant challenges that required meticulous planning and execution.
Approach
AccelOne’s team, led by an experienced Team Leader, collaborated closely with Trimble to align project objectives with strategic goals.
The Kanban methodology was adopted to manage the project workflow efficiently, with a sophisticated dashboard providing clear visibility into all development stages.
The team conducted regular retrospectives and continuously refined processes to maintain high-quality standards and timely delivery.
Results
The Project Site app delivered several critical outcomes:
Reduced Project Risks: Improved data strategies enabled more informed decision-making and reduced risk.
Increased Productivity and Efficiency: Streamlined communication and information access across teams, enabling tighter project control and efficiency.
Market Impact: Strengthened Trimble’s position in the construction technology sector, offering a comprehensive solution that drives transparency, data-driven execution, and cost savings of up to 4%.
Conclusion
AccelOne’s collaboration with Trimble on Project Site transformed construction project management by enabling seamless communication and data transparency.
The app supports industry-wide advancements toward efficient, accountable, and strategic project execution.
