Construction Snagging Software: The Top Options For Your Projects
Here are the best construction snagging software solutions on the market for 2023, as well as a better alternative to traditional snagging apps...
Looking for alternatives to Procore? Here are the top 5 Procore alternatives on the market right now.
Procore is a popular choice for project managers wanting to streamline their projects with a digital system, but there are so many other alternatives to Procore to choose from.
In this article, we’ll look at the best project management software alternatives to Procore.
These options all have their unique strengths and weaknesses but some of the key features that the best construction management software solutions on the market will have include:
By the end of reading this article, you’ll know the best Procore alternatives so you can decide which option is right for you.
{Note: Sablono was created to fulfill all five of the criteria above and so much more. Get a demo to discover how Sablono can help you on your next project or continue reading to learn why it's a great alternative to Procore. }
Alternatives to Procore:
First up is Sablono - our own solution. Sablono is the world’s first digital execution software solution that connects all the moving parts of the construction supply chain in one intelligent digital system.
The majority of options on the market look at the different parts of the construction phase in isolation and deal with issues once they appear - think of this as reporting the car crash once it has happened.
Sablono works to not only report the ‘car crash’ but to actively prevent it by looking at the root cause of issues. Granular details around who did what, where, and when, we build a picture of what went wrong, so it’s clear how to avoid it from happening again.
The real-time status reporting automatically connects the different workflows on a construction site and allows you to understand your project in the moment - no chasing and sifting through endless silos of information required.
And since everything is connected, It also helps you to understand the impact that different factors have on other parts of your project. Does a particular subcontractor slow you down? How does a particular building sequence impact the rate of quality issues? Sablono gives you all the answers.
While both Sablono and Procore are ‘construction project management systems’, the uses of this term are quite different.
Procore focuses on digitising existing support processes like paying your workers and facilitating on-site communication. While Sablono takes a holistic view of the entire construction execution phase and connects the different workflows surrounding time, quality and cost to give an accurate view of what’s done versus what’s not done.
Sablono |
Procore |
Scalable - best for large and complex constriction projects |
Best for small/medium enterprises |
Connects and streamlines execution workflows |
Digitalises existing individual processes |
Focused transparent status reporting |
Focused on support processes |
The Sablono platform combines all aspects of time quality and cost. From real-time insights into what’s done and what’s yet to be done to QA checklists that are directly attached to your units, commercial dashboards that are automatically updated as your project progresses and more.
The centralised system gives everyone working on a project one version of the truth to replace spreadsheets and disjointed manual processes.
Sablono connects your entire construction supply chain - both on-site works and off-site module construction.
With Sablono, everyone is accountable and responsible for the project’s success. Connect your trades in real-time with the Sablono app where trades can make notes and add photos to tasks, flag issues and report on the status of works in the moment.
This provides project managers with a real-time understanding of everything happening on a project.
Get a birdseye’s overview of your project or zoom into the granular details of who did what when.
This gives your true visibility on your project so you truly understand and track the status of works, whether progress schedules are being met, and how to deal with future milestones.
Sablono empowers decision-makers with more accurate information so they can make better decisions faster. The system provides an unmatched workflow overview.
Everything you need to know about your project is in one place, updated in real-time, and is accessible to whoever needs it whenever they need it.
Instead of creating silos of information, Sablono collects and shares data in one place - projects just work better when everyone is kept in the loop.
Sablono’s automated dashboards and built-in analysis take project insights to the next level.
Sablono takes planning to a new level. The platform gives you a clear video of both your short-range schedule and long-term plan to help keep the teams on track. You can:
Sablono lets you manage commercial valuations instantly. Based on a single source of truth commercial application and valuation reports become easy to manage and fair for everyone.
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Have trades easily report the status of their activities in the Sablono app. Automatically notify trades when work is ready for them to complete.
Standardised SequencesDefine the flow of trades, responsible companies, durations and quality checks. Sign-off processes based on best-practices. Standardise your workflows.
Look Ahead PlanningCreate look-ahead plans for your activities while keeping the Baseline intact. Adapt your schedule based on reliable progress data.
Quality ManagementAttach digital QA checklists, notes and photos to your units. Confirm or reject activities based on pre-defined criteria. Uncover the root cause of quality issues.
Transparent status reportingUnlock accessible real-time, structured project data that provides true clarity. Automatically generate a fully accountable audit trail of everything that happens onsite.
Visual trackersConvert your drawings into automated visual trackers. Access real-time progress and quality data. Easily keep track of your project as it progresses.
Automated dashboards and reportsCreate custom KPIs and dashboards using data analytics. Understand your progress with planned vs. actual dashboards. Report progress against your activities.
“The Sablono team is very approachable and supportive. They are welcome to your project set-up and also are there to propose new ideas and another vision of workflow, exchange with the site teams and subcontractors. I recommend the use of Sablono on project sites to follow project, cost valuations, overall performance review.” – Laura L.
“The ability to manage time, cost and quality across a projects in a granular way and the integration the platform provides between the 3 objectives. This makes even the most complex projects more manageable. Its incredibly user-friendly meaning anyone can use the platform - something which is often overlooked in technology implementation in the construction industry.” – Barnett E.
“I've really enjoyed learning to use Sablono, the more you learn the more apparent the power and capability of the app becomes. The customer support is second to none, the Sablono team are always on hand to offer support and assistance with any operational issues.” – Daniel G.
Autodesk delivers smart features that align your plans with your project. With this system, you can create intuitive digital plans and the basic elements of your construction project.
With Autodesk, project managers can easily connect with their deliverables and help crews to better understand how to put together a build.
This is a management software best used for the planning stages of construction projects, but can also be used throughout if you are okay with less detailed insights at the other stages.
Key features of Autodesk Construction Cloud:
“The most important aspect of the program, collaborating models between far-flung users, works solidly. You'd expect a higher-quality user interface from a company as established as Autodesk, but that's a minor complaint. Autodesk's customer service is responsive and they support their programs well.” Paul B.
With Fieldwire, managers can organise workers and activities by harnessing conventional tracking tools like spreadsheets. This system gives you a three-week window of upcoming milestones and planned activities and allows you to place workers in the areas they are needed.
Fieldwire is concerned with directing trades and has more of a focus on workforce management than tracking deliverables so this is something to consider if you are looking for a system that places equal weight on both of these elements.
Key features of Fieldwire:
“Fieldwire allows all personnel on the construction site to see the most recent drawings and specifications at all times. There is no more need to print drawings on-site and print new drawings after every design change. Up-to-date drawings are accessible in real-time on an iPad. Fieldwire reduces mistakes made on-site and eliminates the risk of someone proceeding with work based on outdated plans.” Jillian M.
The Oracle platform allows you to better keep track of your workforce by connecting all team members. Oracle has a focus on project costs, and gives users access to crucial information at the planning stage of a project.
Best described as a process tool, Oracle gathers data for clients on their platform. Oracle is another favourite amongst project managers, but one thing to consider here is that this software runs the risk of creating information silos due to the lack of integration between workflows.
Key features of Oracle Primavera:
“Primavera makes scheduling and maintaining baselines easy. The facility for resource management and enterprise-wide project management is very helpful.” Saurabh A.
Buildertrend is a system designed to aid speciality contractors, trades and builders with their projects. The system can be adapted to meet the needs of the specific speciality, which makes it a great option if you are looking for something tailored to your particular line of work.
Equipped with strong capabilities for recording progress and creating schedule overviews, this is a tool best used for small businesses.
Buildertrend is also beneficial as a work assistant application, providing you with a basic understanding of upcoming activities on multiple sites.
Key features of Buildertrend:
“I used other CRMs in the past, but love using BuilderTrend. Its simple setup has allowed me to keep track of my customers as well as provide better follow-up to my clients. I just utilize the Sales section of BuilderTrend, but it has improved my client relationships and increased my overall sales.” Brian D.
To summarise, the best alternatives to Procore on the market right now are:
While all of these options are good, we believe Sablono is the best and this is because the granular level of detail that it provides on the jobsite is unmatched.
This level of detail helps to go beyond simply digitalising your project and works to prevent issues from happening in the first place.
Sablono can provide true clarity for project managers to help drive better decisions and outcomes. Get a demo of Sablono today to learn more.
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