A study by the Construction Employee Association shows that delays and downtime can have the single biggest impact on project budgets. On average, construction projects experience 30% schedule overruns, caused by factors like supply chain issues, economic shifts, weather, and change orders.
While no one person is responsible, one of the biggest culprits is the separation of teams by organizational boundaries—where updates “get lost in translation.”
The Cost of Poor Coordination
Perfecting coordination between stakeholders—even from a distance—has huge financial upside. CEA offers this example:
- A $50 million, three-year project has an implied daily spend of $45,662.
- A 30% schedule overrun could add $15 million to the cost.
- Improving visibility and coordination to cut even 10% of that delay could save $5 million.
How Construction Cameras Close the Gap
OxBlue construction cameras give unlimited users real-time, remote access to every stage of the build, helping eliminate communication gaps and keep schedules on track.
“The camera worked for multiple teams. Our construction partners, internal design teams, select vendors—they had easy access to the site and helped with overall accountability.”
— Kevin Noble, Senior Project Manager, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
That same ease of access has delivered results for projects as varied as a distribution center and a college equine sciences center.
“Most of us involved with the project don’t live near it… it was easy to use the camera’s time-lapse feature to show senior management progress in 20 seconds.”
— Greg Walz, Director of Operations, Weyerhaeuser
“Cameras are helpful to have on your side—it helps everyone see what’s going on and not just take your word for it.”
— Wayne Robinson, Central Wyoming College
Three Key Features Driving Results at a Distance
- One-Click Access for Jobsite Updates
With teams spread across multiple locations, quick access to updates is critical. OxBlue’s intuitive web app lets stakeholders stream live site views from anywhere, at any time. Remotely controlled cameras provide full coverage from every angle, keeping teams aligned, informed, and ready to act in real time.
- Weather-Proof Visibility for Critical Decisions
Weather delays can derail schedules. OxBlue cameras provide more than rain delay logs—they deliver a complete visual history. When temperatures dropped to unprecedented lows, the cameras confirmed cold-sensitive materials were properly protected. Built for rugged conditions, they operate even in freezing weather, ensuring uninterrupted clarity when it matters most.
- Verified Records That Stand the Test of Time
Stakeholders need accurate, unbiased records for both real-time decisions and post-project evaluation. OxBlue’s automatic photo capture and lifetime access create a dependable archive of every construction stage. Time-stamped images with weather data help verify activity, track milestones, and improve workflows for future builds.
