Hidden Costs in Construction Projects. What You Miss Without Data
Construction projects rarely fail because of a single, obvious issue. More often, it’s the hidden costs, those quiet, untracked inefficiencies, that gradually eat away at budgets, timelines, and margins. The problem is that many of these costs go unnoticed until it’s too late. Without real-time data, you’re essentially managing blind, relying on incomplete reports or outdated spreadsheets. Overlooked Expenses in Construction: How Data Turns Losses Into Savings 1. Idle Time That Looks Invisible Equipment sitting idle may seem harmless, but every unused hour is still burning fuel, labor, and capital. Across a project, idle time can account for 20–30% of...
