Normal mail is too slow and a phone call won't do when someone needs to see a document. For project management, the company uses Prolog Manager by Meridian Project Systems. The need Douglas ranks first, however, is reliable backup and disaster recovery software. It is essential because of the huge amount of record keeping needed and the unique hazards a construction site poses to computer equipment. The stadium project needs each document logged, indexed and accessible.
Information flow is crucial, and delays cost money.
In the event of a crash, Douglas can recreate a system from hard copied, but that process is lengthy and therefore expensive. Losing a server with critical information can mean the difference in whether concrete gets poured or steel goes up. Each contractor and subcontractor bids for jobs based on estimated costs, and each project phase is tightly scheduled. Any delays snowball through the system, affecting everyone. Protecting it is a priority, and can be tricky given the construction environment's special threats.