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Scaling Smarter: How Abris Streamlined Proposals, Safety, and Cost Control Using Ontraccr

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Industry/Services

Construction, Building Maintenance & Restoration

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Number of Employees

10+ (plus extensive subcontractor network)

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Location

Calgary

Results That Matter

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Operational Efficiency
Reduced administrative and proposal preparation time by 30%.
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Growth Acceleration
Achieved business growth of 20% within the first year by streamlining processes and improving productivity.
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Improved Documentation
Enhanced quality and clarity of project records.
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About Abris Construction

Abris Construction, based in Calgary, Alberta, specializes in construction management, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of multi-residential buildings, including balconies, building envelope restoration and structural repairs.

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The Challenge

Before implementing Ontraccr, Abris Construction faced operational limitations caused by fragmented systems and manual workflows. As project complexity increased, these limitations became more pronounced and began affecting efficiency and growth.

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Reliance on multiple disconnected tools including Trello, Google Sheets, QuickBooks and separate document editors resulting in fragmented workflows and inefficient cross-department communication.
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Manual and fragmented sales proposal process that created delays in generation, review and approval cycles.
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Inconsistencies across proposals and project documentation, reducing standardization and operational control.
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Limited real-time visibility into financial and operational data due to disconnected systems.
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Administrative burden caused by manual cost tracking and invoice reconciliation, increasing the risk of discrepancies.
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Slower project initiation timelines driven by process bottlenecks and lack of centralized workflow management.

Ontraccr Solution

Ontraccr delivered a centralized, scalable platform that streamlined Abris Construction’s operations, standardized workflows and strengthened financial and safety controls.

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Centralized System Integration
Consolidated Trello, Google Sheets, QuickBooks and separate document tools into a single integrated platform, migrating all customer and vendor data to create one unified operational system with improved visibility across departments.
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Standardized and Automated Proposal Workflow
Replaced the manual sales process with structured templates and automated proposal creation, eliminating inconsistencies and significantly reducing review and approval timelines.
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End-to-End Proposal Centralization
Unified all proposal components including images, scope details and pricing within one digital workflow, streamlining internal collaboration and accelerating project initiation.
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Unified Financial and Cost Control System
Implemented a centralized Purchase Order system that automated cost tracking, flagged invoice discrepancies in real time and reduced administrative workload.
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Integrated Safety and Compliance Management
Embedded digital Field-Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA) forms directly into project workflows, improving documentation accuracy and enabling real-time safety communication.
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Structured Implementation and Scalable Deployment
Executed a phased rollout beginning with proposal management, achieving full implementation within two months and establishing a flexible, scalable system capable of supporting projects ranging from minor maintenance to large-scale restoration.
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“We are very satisfied with our decision to switch to Ontraccr. The platform helps us work more efficiently and serve our clients better. We appreciate the flexibility of the platform and the responsiveness of the Ontraccr support team”

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Lindsay Boon
President of Abris Construction

Implementation Journey

From concept to deployment across multiple municipal partners

* This level of deployment is necessary only for large companies like Mainroad Group. For smaller businesses, the implementation process is much simpler and quicker, without requiring the same level of involvement and resources.

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Strategic Deployment

Phase 1

Mainroad Group rolled out the system in stages, beginning with larger divisions to identify and address potential issues early on.

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Strategic Deployment

Phase 1

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Key deliverables:

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Driving Digital Transformation with Confidence

Through the implementation of Ontraccr, Abris Construction transformed its operational framework into a centralized, efficient and scalable system. Proposal preparation timelines were reduced from hours to minutes, contributing to a 30% improvement in administrative efficiency. Improved documentation clarity strengthened communication with clients and subcontractors, enabling more consistent project execution. Within the first year, these operational enhancements supported a 20% increase in business volume and simplified employee onboarding.

Abris continues to expand its use of Ontraccr by advancing safety management with site-specific safety plans and QR-accessible external forms, introducing time-tracking to support workforce growth, and progressing toward full QuickBooks integration to streamline financial oversight. By continuously optimizing workflows within Ontraccr, Abris Construction is positioned to sustain operational efficiency, transparency and scalable growth.

 

 

 

 

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