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Architect Jump: A Game-Changer in Construction Management

In an effort to revolutionize the construction industry, Open House Architect has launched its construction management platform, Architect Jump, along with its web system, Architect Jump Pro, offering them free of charge to real estate businesses. This innovative approach is designed to tackle industry-wide challenges and enhance productivity and stability in construction quality.

The Need for Change in the Construction Industry

The construction sector is facing a severe labor shortage due to Japan's aging population and low birthrate. Additionally, an outdated reliance on analog communication methods, such as phone calls and paper documents, contributes to inefficiencies and a heavy dependence on specific individuals for project management. In response to these challenges, Open House Architect has been actively promoting the digital transformation (DX) of construction management since 2021 under the mission of “Innovation in Construction.” By incorporating feedback from actual construction sites, they have developed a system that enables real-time sharing of progress updates and improves information management.

Features of Architect Jump Series

The Architect Jump construction management app and its web counterpart offer a robust platform allowing all stakeholders—including carpenters, craftsmen, collaborating companies, internal supervisors, and real estate businesses—to share site information in real time. Here are some standout features:

• - Real-Time Sharing of Progress and Photos: Stakeholders can instantly access project updates, eliminating delays in information sharing and enhancing decision-making speed.
• - Centralized Management for Increased Productivity: Even for larger projects involving multiple buildings, users can efficiently manage schedules and quality, reducing reporting burdens and minimizing dependency on specific personnel.
• - User-Friendly Interface: With a visually accessible Gantt chart for project schedules, a simple user interface, and smartphone optimization, the platform is designed for ease of use, ensuring smooth operations for all users.

Impact and Future Outlook

The collaboration between carpenters, craftsmen, collaborating companies, and Open House supervisors has already led to a reported 13% reduction in project duration over the next five years, targeting completion by 2025. By facilitating tighter integration of site information, costs stemming from miscommunication—such as rework—have been reduced by approximately 80%. Now, this expanded offering enables corporate clients handling construction contracts to also participate in real-time information sharing, further enhancing productivity and stability across the industry.

Open House Architect aims to broaden the application of this technology to improve customer experiences for those purchasing custom homes. By enhancing its digital services, the company is committed to further promoting digital transformation in construction.

About Open House Architect

Open House Architect operates as part of the Open House Group, providing comprehensive architectural services across the Kanto, Tokai, Kansai, and Kyushu regions. The firm offers a range of building solutions, from wooden construction for corporate clients to RC apartment complexes and custom homes for individual clients. With its focus on high-level expertise and robust management systems, Open House Architect delivers quality homes at favorable prices through stringent cost management and digitization. The company embodies its mission of “Innovation in Construction” as it strives to construct homes, communities, and ultimately contribute to societal development.

For more information about Open House Architect, visit their website at Open House Architect.