The process of documentation and monitoring of construction projects has evolved significantly with the use of technology. Tools such as As Built and innovative platforms like Construct IN allow construction professionals to have a more precise, visual, and organized control of the phases of a construction project.

In this text, we will explore the importance of As Built and how Construct IN stands out in this process. Continue reading to check the details: 

• What is As Built and what is its importance? 

• What does the As Built project consist of?

• As Built with the Construct IN platform

• Conclusion about the process

What is As Built and what is its importance? 

In a construction project, there are many stages to be developed, and in all parts of this process, various information about the constructions is generated, which may or may not be modified throughout the execution.

Therefore, it is necessary that all these data, whether planned in the initial planning or changed during execution, are recorded for the monitoring of the construction's progress or even for future consultations.

Generally speaking, the term As Built means "as constructed" in Portuguese and refers to the layout of a building after the completion of the works.

During construction, it is possible for the initial project to be changed several times, potentially being replanned or undergoing minor changes. For this reason, it is essential to have an As Built project for the recovery of data or for the supervision and validation of the works.

The As Built project is widely used to document changes made to the original project, contributing to the compatibility of information. The lack of documentation of actions taken on the construction site can jeopardize the initial project or the very structure of the building. Therefore, an As Built project is important to keep everything updated.

Thus, when carried out correctly, this process can prevent higher costs in future renovations and/or maintenance.

What does the As Built project consist of?

Normally, the As Built is considered the final version of the project. However, it is essential that it contains all the revisions made throughout the process. According to experts, the procedure consists of two stages:

• Surveying all measures on site and analyzing the systems that make up the building;

• Recording and graphically representing the changes identified on site in the executive project, so that it aligns with the characteristics of the constructed work.

An As Built needs to be objective but detailed, with a large amount of information that presents the details of the activities. This data includes, mainly, the following points: records of all changes made, the dates when changes occurred, attachments of drawings, spreadsheets, and the decisions made throughout the construction process.

Currently, there are several ways to carry out this common practice in construction, in addition to additional strategies that can optimize project documentation processes.

Next, we will check how Construct IN performs an As Built in its system, what its advantages are, and what users of the platform think of this functionality.

As Built with the Construct IN platform

As we know, the Construct IN project management software enables remote project management through 360° images.

This way, it stands out not only for offering this service but also for being a documentation tool, where the main data gathering occurs from the photographic records of construction stages. It is worth mentioning that currently, access to this data is offered free of charge.

The technology allows for organized information capturing from a building, enabling its use for revisions during or at the end of the process, or even in future renovations and other projects.

As all modifications and project notes are recorded, it is possible to capture the exact location where a photo was taken, the marking made for capturing that information, and also to register the date and time when the image was captured.

In a simple and practical way, the platform ensures that all progress of the construction is digitally documented. Thus, it is possible to generate an As Built for the construction project, allowing the user to return to any stage of the construction for inspections and verifications, since all information is recorded in the system.

From this functionality, a document is generated that can be used for future consultations, ensuring more traceability and reliability of information. Therefore, a complete history of all project specifications and the stages of the construction is created, with the advantage of having detailed visual records of the process.

- Also read: Construction Diary (RDO): what it is and how to do yours in Construct IN

What do clients say?

Frederico Westphalen, civil engineer at Construtora JL, highlights the possibility of having visual records of the physical evolution of the construction as a major advantage of the platform, as it brings security to clarify facts and create accurate documentation:

"Since construction is a very dynamic event, we have the record for any type of discussion, whether it's with the client or even from a civil or labor perspective, showing exactly what is being executed, the reality of the work. It is an extra record. We have reports, construction diaries and everything else, but nothing better than a 360° photographic record of all points of the construction."

In the project of the Marista School in Sinop/MT, in which Frederico participated, Construct IN became essential for communication and visualization of the construction process from a distance.

The As Built process of Construct IN has also attracted the attention of large retail clients, such as Petz, the largest pet retail network in Brazil. Américo Copola Sampaio, one of the civil engineers responsible for the company's expansion projects, highlights this functionality as one of the great differentiators:

"It is very cool to have the history of the construction, to know what was done or at what moment and synchronization a certain service took place. Today, six months after I've delivered a certain project, I can recap exactly how it progressed."

According to him, the chronological order of the photos allows for solving many problems and addressing doubts during and after the execution. He even states that construction companies themselves have used this resource with their suppliers to retrieve information:

"It has been an important tool for monitoring day-to-day activities, but also as a record for consultation and information retrieval."

Conclusion about the process

The use of As Built and the technologies offered by Construct IN transforms the way projects are monitored and documented, providing greater security, traceability, and efficiency.

Whether to clarify facts, optimize communication, or ensure accurate visual records, the platform offers a strategic differential for companies and professionals in the construction sector.

With this, it is possible not only to reduce costs and future problems but also to raise the standard of productivity in the sector.