Knobelsdorff Engineering

The Challenge

Before implementing the Procore to SharePoint integration, Knobelsdorff’s file management processes were inefficient and labor-intensive. The team had to duplicate efforts by maintaining a network file share and then manually drag and drop files into Procore. This redundant process significantly increased the time and labor required for file management.

The main challenges were:

• Duplication of effort due to maintaining separate file storage systems.
• Increased labor time spent on manual file management.
• Inefficiency in project documentation processes.

Objectives

Knobelsdorff aimed to streamline their file management processes to save time and reduce labor costs. The key objectives were:

• To eliminate duplicate file management efforts.
• To reduce the time and labor involved in managing project files.
• To improve overall efficiency in their documentation processes.

Solution

Knobelsdorff discovered SyncEzy through the Procore store after consulting their Procore representative. The Procore to SharePoint integration by SyncEzy was chosen to address their needs. This integration enabled seamless synchronization between Procore and SharePoint, eliminating the need for manual file transfers.

Implementation

The implementation process involved:

• Needs Analysis: Understanding Knobelsdorff’s specific requirements for file management and documentation efficiency.
• Customization: Tailoring the integration to ensure it met their unique needs for project documentation.
• Deployment: Rolling out the integration across the company’s systems.
• Training: Providing training to Knobelsdorff’s team to maximize the benefits of the new system.

Results

Since implementing the SyncEzy integration, Knobelsdorff has experienced significant benefits:

• Labor Savings: The integration has saved the equivalent of a full-time position in labor costs related to file management.
• Cost-Effectiveness: The reduced labor requirements have made the integration highly cost-effective.
• Technological Efficiency: The integration is considered the most significant technological efficiency improvement the company has implemented in recent years.

Colton Chladek, the Director of IT at Knobelsdorff, describes the impact of the integration as transformative. He highlights the cost savings and the efficiency gains as the most valuable aspects of the integration.

Conclusion

The case of Knobelsdorff demonstrates the substantial benefits of integrating Procore with SharePoint through SyncEzy. By automating and streamlining their file management processes, Knobelsdorff has significantly improved operational efficiency and reduced labor costs. This integration has provided a robust solution for managing project documentation, allowing the company to allocate resources more effectively and focus on their core business activities.