Using Cameras for Progress Tracking
See exactly where your project stands, every day. Construction cameras provide visual progress tracking that makes schedule management tangible and keeps everyone aligned on actual status.
Progress Tracking Methods
Daily Photo Comparison
Compare today's photos to yesterday's to see what changed. Quick visual check of activity.
Weekly Timeline Review
Browse the week's photos chronologically to understand progress rate.
Milestone Documentation
Find and export photos from key milestone dates—foundation, framing, enclosure, etc.
Schedule Comparison
Overlay actual photos against planned schedule to identify variances early.
How to Track Progress with Cameras
Define Key Milestones
Identify the milestones that matter: foundation, framing, MEP rough-in, drywall, etc.
Set Review Schedule
Decide how often you'll check: daily quick looks, weekly detailed reviews.
Compare to Baseline
Use the timeline view to compare current state to expected progress.
Document and Communicate
Export progress photos for reports, share camera access with stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is visual progress tracking?
Visual tracking is excellent for overall progress assessment and milestone verification. You can clearly see major phases: excavation, foundation, structural, enclosure, etc. For detailed trade-by-trade tracking, supplement with other project management tools. Camera documentation provides the visual proof layer.
Can I compare photos from different dates?
Yes. The Builder.Cam timeline makes it easy to jump to any date and compare side-by-side. This is especially useful for weekly or monthly progress reviews and for verifying work completion claims.
How does this help with schedule management?
When you can see actual progress daily, schedule slippage becomes visible early. If the schedule says framing should be complete but photos show it's not, you know immediately. Early visibility means earlier intervention.
Can I create progress reports from camera photos?
Absolutely. You can export photos from specific dates, include them in reports, or share camera access directly with stakeholders. Many clients use monthly time-lapse clips as executive-level progress summaries.
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