May 01, 2025
Spring is here, and that means one thing for construction companies in Anchorage: it's time to get ready. With only a few solid months of workable weather, a successful season depends on the work you do before the first footing goes in.
If you want to avoid costly delays, miscommunications, and
tech breakdowns mid-project, here are a few areas to focus on right now.
Check Your Tools — Including the Digital Ones
Most crews are already tuning up their equipment and
ordering materials, but it's easy to overlook your tech stack until it becomes
a problem.
- Update
field devices and software. Tablets, laptops, and phones should be
running the latest versions of your key platforms — Procore, Viewpoint,
Bluebeam, or whatever your team relies on.
- Evaluate
job site connectivity. Whether you're working downtown or hours from
the nearest cell tower, your internet connection needs to be reliable.
Plan now for LTE, Starlink, or satellite backups.
- Secure
and back up project files. Critical data like drawings, bid packages,
and schedules should be backed up automatically and easy to access, even
in low-signal areas.
A quick audit now helps prevent downtime when the schedule's tightest.
Prepare Your Team — Especially Seasonal Workers
New hands are part of the seasonal rhythm. But every hour
spent figuring out logins or fixing device problems is an hour lost on the job.
- Onboard
before boots hit the ground. Make sure new hires have the access,
tools, and basic training they need to get up and running quickly.
- Simplify
wherever possible. Field tech should be reliable and easy to use —
especially for those with limited experience.
- Refresh
on cybersecurity. A quick team reminder about phishing emails and file
safety can go a long way in protecting the whole company.
You've already got enough variables on a job site. Make sure
tech and access aren't two of them.
Double-Check Your Compliance Readiness
Construction contracts — especially for public
infrastructure or oil and gas projects — now require IT standards as part of
the bid. That means compliance can't be an afterthought.
- Review
your IT policies and security systems. Data protection, access
controls, password policies, and backup strategies should all be
documented and up to date.
- Make
sure your systems can pass an audit. If you had to show proof today,
would you be ready?
- Have
reliable support on call. If your team runs into issues during a
compliance review or client inspection, fast help matters.
Winning the work is hard enough — don't lose it over missing
documentation or slow response times.
Build Flexibility Into Your Plans
Alaska is unpredictable. Weather, material delays, and tech
hiccups are all part of the game. The best plans leave room to adapt.
- Build
buffer time into your schedules.
- Have
redundancy for critical gear and internet.
- Keep
your systems mobile and flexible.
Preparation doesn't guarantee a perfect season — but it
gives you options when things don't go exactly to plan.
Start Early, Stay Ahead
The companies that thrive in Anchorage's construction season
aren't just the ones with the most gear — they're the ones that plan ahead.
From IT readiness to crew onboarding, now is the time to take small steps that
will make a big difference when the pressure's on.
If your technology systems need a checkup, or if your team is still managing IT the hard way, this is the moment to get ahead of it — before the season kicks into high gear.
Want to ensure your business stays secure in an evolving digital landscape? Start with a FREE Discovery Call to identify vulnerabilities and safeguard your data against cyberthreats.
Click here or give us a call at 907-865-3100 to schedule your FREE Discovery Call today!
