Mobile Technology for Improving Project Management in the Construction Industry - Philippine Setting

The construction industry, a vital component of national development, has faced increasing complexity and demands, necessitating adept project management. Despite a historical resistance to digitization, the sector is undergoing a transformation, catalyzed by global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift toward progressive digitization aligns with the construction industry's need for innovative solutions to address challenges like workforce shortages and supply chain disruptions. This study introduces mobile technology in enhancing project management within the Philippine construction setting. Leveraging insights from industry experts, it investigates the impact of mobile communications and social networks on transforming communication and collaboration dynamics. As the industry embraces digitization, mobile platforms emerge as a crucial tool for efficient project delivery, especially in times of crisis. The mobile platform application is tailored to meet the unique demands of the construction industry, encompassing functionalities such as tracking construction teams, schedules, equipment, materials, and finances, and facilitating file-sharing. The implementation of this mobile system contributes to collaborative communication among engineers, contractors, project managers, and owners. The research findings, synthesized from this analysis, provide insights into the system's effectiveness as a comprehensive management platform in the construction industry. Finally, the paper outlines the development of a mobile solution specifically tailored to address challenges prevalent in Region 4A, Philippines, offering a potential resolution to some of the industry's critical issues and pressures. Keywords Agile Software Development, mobile platform, construction industry, project management, and Quality-in-Use Validation