Frontline workers in the construction industry, such as laborers, foremen, and equipment operators, are often engaged in physical work, frequently in hazardous environments with increasingly complex equipment. They require technology tools for real-time communication, quality control, and task execution to enhance productivity, safety, and accuracy on job sites. However, unlike office-based employees who predominantly work at desks with computers and keyboards, frontline workers are always on the move and have little time or ability to search documents for information or fill out long forms. These differences will become even more pronounced as AI becomes a more common part of frontline applications. Yet, technology solutions for frontline workers are often the same as those for office-based employees, aiming to replicate paper-based systems on mobile devices.

The challenge lies in adapting these technologies to align seamlessly with the specific needs and conditions faced by frontline workers. Driveroo empowers frontline workers by providing intuitive, context-aware safety checks, equipment inspections, and work instructions that boost efficiency and productivity in demanding environments. This digital tool helps construction companies ensure safety, reliability, and equipment uptime while upskilling their workforce. With a focus on visual, user-friendly design, Driveroo offers a rapid learning curve and easy adoption across all experience levels.

“Driveroo is attempting to revolutionize the construction industry through its platform, much like how software revolutionized the taxi industry with companies like Uber,” says Leo Sigal, the CEO of Driveroo.

Solutions that Empower Frontline Workers

Most solutions for frontline workers merely digitize paper forms for mobile use, often without adapting to their specific needs.

These digital forms simply store data without processing it, offering no real value beyond basic digitization. As a result, pre-operation equipment checks or hazard assessments are often ignored, increasing job site safety risks and equipment downtime.
Driveroo differentiates itself by using automation and AI to actively process collected information, guiding workers through tasks and generating actionable insights and alerts for site supervisors and management. This approach transforms static data into dynamic, useful tools for frontline workers.

The Driveroo platform is powered by two main technologies: Turbo Graphics and a data enabler. The Turbo Graphics technology transforms any visual representation into an immersive user interface for frontline workers. It enables them to interact with tasks intuitively and instantly. Whether it’s a piece of equipment, a specific room, or any other object, the software can place a virtual version of it in front of them. The interface is so intuitive and easy to use that anyone can start using it without prior training.

On the other hand, Driveroo’s data-driven component can process and analyze existing frontline data to optimize workflows in real-time. It can dynamically adjust instructions based on factors like weather conditions or sensor readings, ensuring tasks are adapted to specific circumstances. Additionally, Driveroo can incorporate user-defined preferences to tailor employee actions.

Enabling Excellence and Driving Success

Driveroo’s commitment to its customers is evident in a client success story involving a national construction company. The customer had issues with their heavy equipment, which had not been inspected for a long time. This resulted in diminished job safety for their employees, reduced equipment uptime, and increased maintenance costs. The client contacted Driveroo for a solution. The company addressed the problem with mobile inspections, incident reports, and instant digital visibility of issues for the maintenance teams so they could respond more quickly. This helped the client save about 90 percent of their time and costs.

Driveroo is currently exploring ways to address industry challenges by leveraging AI. Its software facilitates frontline optimization with AI, enabling customers to maximize their operational potential. Specifically designed for construction workers, it simplifies data collection that can be integrated with AI models or other applications to perform various tasks, like generating job quotes. Workers collect data in the flow of their work, which can then be processed by AI, streamlining operations without requiring direct interaction from the worker with the AI models.

By bridging the gap between technology and frontline workers, Driveroo empowers businesses in the construction sector to harness advanced data processing and automation. The company continues to help clients streamline operations and achieve efficient growth, no matter the adversity.