Generation Start-up: How PlanRadar is helping construction sector digitalise operations

PlanRadar was born out of a need to simplify the challenges faced by the construction industry by way of digital solutions.

The Vienna-based property technology start-up, which has operations in the Middle East, offers a full-service construction and real estate management platform.

Founded in 2013, PlanRadar is a platform and device-independent cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) field management solution for documentation and communication in construction and property projects. It can be used for fault and task management, maintenance, building inspections, construction documentation, handovers and more.

It simplifies the tracking, planning and documentation of approvals, ensuring a tamper-proof audit trail and a comprehensive record of all project sign-offs.

Teams can share digital floor plans or building information modelling (BIM), communicate and track any kind of information using a web application or an app, the company says.

By digitising workflows, PlanRadar says it reduces the frequency of errors, saves time for all parties involved and enables vast increases in efficiency. It claims customers report saving up to seven working hours a week.

“With PlanRadar, we bridge the gap between traditional construction practices and the digital era, enabling professionals to embrace innovation and achieve greater efficiency,” says Ibrahim Imam, co-founder and group co-chief executive at PlanRadar.

“By leveraging technology and data, we want to empower construction companies to make informed decisions and efficiently manage their projects at any stage of the build lifecycle.”

The PlanRadar platform is also customisable and scalable, catering to small businesses and large enterprises. The company’s product development team continuously updates its software, says Mr Imam, 44, who is also the chief executive of PlanRadar’s Mena and Asia Pacific regions.

“Our goal is to help ensure exceptional build quality, minimise potential defects and rework, and deliver high-quality projects within timeframes and budgets,” he says.

The company’s ultimate goal, however, is to “revolutionise the construction industry by providing a comprehensive solution that addresses the challenges of projects of all sizes and complexity levels”.

With operations in 70 markets, serving more than 120,000 customers worldwide, PlanRadar operates on a SaaS subscription model, generating revenue through fees.