We asked you what your biggest pet peeves were with your current construction management software. We have put together the 5 most popular and how we aim to battle this. We are always looking to improve, so if you have any suggestions, we are here to listen.
1. Steep Learning Curve
- Many platforms are complex and require extensive training.
- Non-tech-savvy users (e.g., field workers, subcontractors) struggle with adoption.
2. High Cost
- Subscription fees can be expensive, especially for small firms.
- Hidden costs (training, integrations, premium support) add up.
3. Poor User Interface (UI) & Clunky Navigation
- Overly complicated dashboards make simple tasks time-consuming.
- Mobile apps are often less functional than desktop versions.
4. Lack of Customisation
- Rigid workflows don’t align with company-specific processes.
- Limited ability to modify reports, forms, or dashboards.
5. Lack of Training & Onboarding Support
- Vendors provide insufficient training materials.
- Employees resist adopting new systems without proper guidance.
Commonly Criticized Software Examples
- Procore – Expensive, complex for small teams.
- Autodesk Construction Cloud – Steep learning curve, high cost.
- PlanGrid (now part of Autodesk) – Lacks advanced scheduling features.
- BuilderTREND – Can be overwhelming for simple projects.
- eSUB – Limited integrations, outdated UI.
We hear you, and Smartstruct aims to tackle these issues head on to provide a platform everyone can use and benefit from.
We have built our software to be simple and easy to navigate and populate, so there is no steep learning curve. For those who need more support, we have a learning portal full of helpful training videos. You can even earn a certificate when you complete one of our courses. We can even help you transfer your projects and integrate you into our software, so you’re ready to go, right away.
Our dashboards are fully customisable without all the extra fluff, so no complicated views you have to dig through for your essential information.
We only charge our users for what they need, this limits unnecessary cost. No more juggling apps, we have everything you need in one place. Just let us know your business size and how many users you will need and we build your package from there. We aim to be up to 40% cheaper than the leading construction management software.
