Scoreboard – Digital communication

Transparent resource planning in construction: Why it is indispensable

In the construction and skilled trades sector, most employees do not work in an office, but on construction sites, in workshops or directly at the customer's premises. Clear communication is crucial so that everyone knows at all times where they are working, who they are working with, what machines or vehicles are needed and when materials will be delivered.

In the past, everyone would often gather at the company early in the morning and be assigned individually – a time-consuming process that cost valuable working time. Today, there are more efficient ways: digital communication solutions ensure that information on locations, team compositions and materials is transparent and available in real time at all times. That's why Vanillaplan offers a digital display board in addition to its mobile app – ideal as a central point of contact in the company.

Digital overview: The Vanillaplan display board

The display board is a browser-based screen that shows all relevant assignment and project data at a glance – either on a daily basis or rolling over several days.

Employees can immediately see:

• which project they are working on and at what time

• who is in the team

• which machines, vehicles or tools are needed

• additional information such as job descriptions, milestones or notes

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The display can also be organised by department: for example, timber construction, plumbing, etc. each have a display board with the assignments relevant to them. This saves coordination time: instead of waiting for assignments in the morning, employees simply look at the digital assignment display and get started right away. In the evening, the next working day can already be viewed – this ensures structure, calm and focused work.

Advantages of the display board for construction companies and skilled trades

🔸 Transparent resource planning: Everyone can see at a glance who is working where and when.

🔸 Self-organisation: Less coordination effort, faster start to work.

🔸 Better work quality: More time for technical discussions instead of task allocation

🔸 Individual department overview: Separate views for different departments

🔸 Encourage team feedback: Employees can actively contribute ideas and optimise processes

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