Challenges:

Exel Contracting, an expert in commercial landscaping and snow removal in Ottawa, was looking to boost its profitability to push its growth. Before discovering Civalgo, they faced a major challenge:

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• The lack of visibility on projects: The detailed data needed to understand the costs specific to each project was not collected or processed, hindering informed decision-making.

Use case:

Exel Contracting chose Civalgo with a clear objective: to obtain a detailed vision of the costs of its projects to better control budgets and improve the profitability of their operations. This went through:

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1. Optimizing snow removal operations: Civalgo revolutionized real-time data collection for this company, providing an accurate view of the hours worked, the equipment and materials used, and the various costs associated with each snow removal project. At the end of the season, in-depth analyses identified inefficiencies and sources of waste, thus making it possible to improve the profitability of operations by taking corrective measures.

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2. Comparative analysis of projects: Civalgo's advanced features allowed Exel Contracting to compare profitability between different projects. This analysis revealed significant differences in material use, offering an opportunity to adjust strategies to maximize profits.

Benefits:

The integration of Civalgo generated tangible and measurable benefits for Exel Contracting:

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1. Increased visibility on project costs: Civalgo provided unprecedented clarity on the specific costs of each project, shedding light on the sources of financial losses and allowing for rapid adjustments.
2. Optimizing snow removal operations: The in-depth analyses propelled Exel Contracting towards efficiency by allowing it to identify inefficiencies and wastage, thus strengthening the profitability of snow removal and landscaping operations.
3. Optimizing pricing: The data extracted from Civalgo served as a solid basis for the company to establish accurate quotes, giving Exel Contracting a competitive advantage in the pricing process.
4. Simplifying work processes: The use of Civalgo has facilitated exchanges, encouraged communication and simplified daily operations, freeing up time to focus on what matters most.

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Thanks to Civalgo, data transparency has met operational efficiency, propelling the company towards success!