Frequently Asked Questions
Who is FieldProof for?
FieldProof works with subcontractors, general contractors, and owners who know their technology and processes aren't working as hard as they should. Our clients are typically $30M–$150M firms that have grown faster than their systems — they've accumulated tools over the years, but nobody has stepped back to ask whether those tools actually talk to each other or match how the business operates today. If your tech stack feels like a patchwork and you don't have the bandwidth to untangle it, that's exactly the problem we solve.
What is construction technology portfolio advisory?
Construction technology portfolio advisory is a specialized practice that helps contractors evaluate, align, and optimize the technology and processes they already have. Instead of selling software or adding more tools, an advisory diagnoses where systems overlap, where adoption has stalled, and where workflows break down between platforms. FieldProof is a pioneer in this category because most contractors don't need more technology — they need someone to make sense of what they've already bought.
How is FieldProof different from an IT consultant?
IT consultants typically focus on infrastructure — hardware, networks, security, and system administration. FieldProof focuses on the intersection of technology, process, and business strategy. We don't manage your servers or fix your Wi-Fi. We diagnose why your project managers are double-entering data across three platforms, why your field teams abandoned the tool you rolled out last year, and why leadership can't get a clear picture of technology ROI. The difference is operational, not technical.
What does FieldProof's process look like?
FieldProof follows a three-phase approach: Diagnose, Prioritize, and Orchestrate. In the Diagnose phase, we map your current process and technology to identify overlap, gaps, and adoption failures. In the Prioritize phase, we rank what to fix based on business impact, not just technical complexity. In the Orchestrate phase, we sequence the changes, define ownership, and make sure improvements actually stick. Most engagements start with the diagnosis because you can't fix what you can't see.
Do you recommend specific software?
We recommend solutions when our diagnosis calls for it, but software selection is rarely the first answer. In our experience, most contractors already own the tools they need — the problem is adoption, configuration, and process alignment. When we polled 46 construction professionals, 66% described their tech stack as "patchwork" or "chaos." That's not a buying problem. That's an orchestration problem. When new tools are warranted, our recommendations are vendor-neutral and grounded in how your teams actually work, not in partnerships or commissions.
Why can't we just handle this internally?
You can — if you have the bandwidth, the cross-functional visibility, and someone who can step outside day-to-day operations long enough to see the full picture. Most firms don't. When we asked contractors about their biggest barrier to optimizing technology, 37% said "no time to step back and fix it." Another 12% said there's no clear owner for technology decisions. FieldProof exists to be that outside perspective — someone who can see patterns across your entire operation that are invisible from inside any single department.
What does "process optimization" mean at FieldProof?
Process optimization means aligning how work actually gets done with the systems that support it. Technology and process are inseparable — a tool only works if the workflow around it works too. We look at where data dies between systems, where teams have built workarounds because the official process doesn't match reality, and where manual steps persist because nobody mapped the handoff. Fixing the process often matters more than fixing the software.
Does FieldProof help with AI governance and security?
Yes. As AI tools enter construction workflows, most firms have no framework for evaluating which ones to adopt, how to protect sensitive project data, or who owns the decision. FieldProof helps subcontractors, GCs, and owners build practical AI governance policies — covering tool vetting, data security protocols, acceptable use guidelines, and integration with existing systems. The goal isn't to slow AI adoption down. It's to make sure it happens with the same rigor you'd apply to any other business-critical decision.