East London Forensic Centre
The Impact of Live Site Visibility on East London Forensic Centre Construction
Waltham Forest Council started a project to renovate the East London Forensic Centre. The goal was to replace old facilities with a modern, purpose-built mortuary. This new facility, with its advanced PMCT scanner, is unique in Greater London. It offers more capacity, improved public areas, and better access for staff and visitors. The project also includes upgraded parking and landscaping to create a more welcoming environment.
Objectives and Challenges
The project faced many challenges, including health and structural issues. There was limited space and a history of antisocial behaviour. The Council needed an innovative solution to manage the complex construction process. Handling communication among multiple stakeholders effectively was also a key concern for this project. Considering these challenges the stakeholders decided to use Evercam’s platform to improve construction monitoring, ensure comprehensive site visibility, and streamline progress reporting.
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An external view of East London Forensic Centre (Courtesy: Waltham Forest Council)[/caption]
Modern Site Monitoring and Reporting with Evercam
Before using Evercam construction cameras, site visits were frequent and required significant travel. The clerk of works and the senior project manager made trips of up to 100 miles. Evercam’s live site visibility and automatic daily progress photos via SnapMails changed this process. Remote monitoring significantly reduced the need for physical visits. This real-time capability was particularly helpful for team members in Essex and London. It saved substantial time and travel costs.
“The real-time monitoring capability of the camera system was particularly beneficial for team members who previously had to travel long distances. The use of the camera reduced the frequency of their visits, saving time and resources, while still keeping them well-informed about the project’s progress”~Council Senior Project Manager
Improved Efficiency and Stakeholder Communication
Evercam’s platform significantly streamlined reporting and presentation preparation. The ability to create custom time-lapse videos reduced the project manager’s preparation time by three hours per presentation. This enhancement improved the effectiveness of stakeholder meetings.
Real-Time Visuals for Faster Decision-Making
During construction, the team faced a delay in drainage works. Evercam’s real-time monitoring allowed them to track progress and adjust schedules proactively. This kept the project on track and optimized resource use.
“It made my life a lot easier. I didn’t have to spend so much time preparing presentations because I could just talk through using the time-lapse videos. The drainage was also a concern for us, but we were able to see where they were and where they needed to be in 10 days.”~Ashana Jones Council Senior Project Manager[caption id="attachment_39754" align="aligncenter" width="651"]
An external view of East London Forensic Centre (Courtesy: Waltham Forest Council)[/caption]
Return on Investment
Evercam’s implementation reduced the need for frequent site visits. This saved travel costs and time. Enhanced security and efficient reporting processes resulted in an estimated ROI of £70,000. The system introduced efficiencies that saved three hours per presentation, improving the quality of stakeholder meetings.
Using Evercam’s platform in this project proves the benefits of using construction cameras for advanced project management, progress monitoring, and site visibility in construction. It provides a plan for future projects to achieve similar successes.
