Field Link was created to solve a long-standing problem in construction: getting accurate, timely job information from the field to the people who need it.
Construction managers rely on timely field data to identify potential production issues early. Labor hours, equipment usage, material consumption, quantities installed, and site conditions all influence productivity. When this information is delayed, production issues and cost impacts can continue unnoticed, reducing the ability to respond effectively.
Field Link improves how quickly and reliably this information moves—from the field to management—keeping projects on track and under control.
The Role of the Daily Time Sheet
The daily time sheet is the primary source of field production information. It records:
- Labor hours worked
- Equipment and materials used
- Environmental or site conditions
- Quantities of work completed
Time sheets support payroll processing, reporting, and production analysis. In most construction operations, these records are still completed on paper, which introduces delays and increases the risk of re-entry errors.
Field Link replaces paper with electronic time sheets that are created in the field and available immediately.
Why Production Visibility Matters
Production issues rarely start as major problems. They develop gradually—small inefficiencies, lower-than-expected output, or unplanned conditions that compound over time.
If field supervision can see how daily production compares to the estimate, potential issues can be identified early. This allows crews, methods, or sequencing to be adjusted before small problems become schedule impacts or cost overruns.
Field Link is designed to support these conversations and decisions while the work is still in progress.
The Concept Behind Field Link
Field Link was designed around a simple workflow:
- Field personnel enter daily labor, equipment, material usage, and quantities electronically
- That information is immediately available to supervisors and managers
- Production trends can be reviewed against the estimate
- Potential issues can be identified and addressed sooner
By improving the speed and reliability of information flow, Field Link helps close the gap between what was estimated and what is happening in the field.
Electronic Time Sheets and Accounting Integration
In addition to production visibility, Field Link generates electronic time sheets that can be interfaced with major construction accounting and payroll systems.
This allows:
- Field-entered time to be used for payroll processing
- Reduced manual data entry in the office
- Fewer transcription errors
- A cleaner handoff between field operations and accounting
Field Link serves as the front-end data capture tool, while accounting software remains the system of record for payroll and financial reporting.
Who Field Link Is For
Field Link is designed for contractors who want faster insight into field production and more efficient handling of time sheet data, including:
- Foremen responsible for daily reporting
- Superintendents monitoring production trends
- Project managers reviewing performance against the estimate
- Office staff processing payroll and time-related data
By improving production awareness and streamlining time sheet flow, Field Link helps teams respond faster, communicate better, and keep projects aligned with expectations.