How Kitchell uses Approvals to Drive Inspections in Procore

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Challenge

The TDLLN project presented several challenges for Kitchell:

1. Complex inspection requirements involving multiple stakeholders

2. Need for a robust approval process with clear accountability

3. Ensuring real-time communication and updates among team members

4. Maintaining accurate and accessible records for all inspections

5. Seamless integration with existing project management tools

Kitchell needed a solution that could address these challenges while improving efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Solution

ResponseVault provided Kitchell with a comprehensive solution tailored to their specific needs:

Custom Inspection Forms: ResponseVault allowed Kitchell to create detailed inspection forms specifically designed for the TDLLN project.

Five-Step Approval Process: A key feature implemented was a sophisticated 5-step approval process that included:


    - Kitchell's Quality team

    - Inspectors from UCSD

    - Subcontractors performing the work

Stakeholder Notifications: The system automatically notified all relevant stakeholders via email at each step of the approval process, ensuring everyone remained informed and engaged.

Audit Trail: ResponseVault maintained a complete audit trail for each inspection, providing transparency and accountability throughout the process.

Procore Integration: The platform's ability to sync data directly with Procore's Inspections tool ensured that all project information remained up-to-date and accessible within Kitchell's primary project management system.

By implementing ResponseVault, Kitchell significantly improved their inspection and quality control processes on the UCSD TDLLN project. The solution enhanced communication, streamlined approvals, and provided a robust system for maintaining project quality throughout the construction lifecycle.

Overview

Kitchell, a national general contractor, was tasked with overseeing the construction of the University of California San Diego's (UCSD) Theater District Living and Learning Neighborhood (TDLLN). This large-scale project required meticulous inspection processes and quality control. To streamline their operations, Kitchell implemented ResponseVault, a forms platform that integrates seamlessly with Procore, their construction project management system.

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