Final Project Idea

30 Oct 2023

Overview

The Problem

Electricians are required to keep track of the cables that are installed as part of a building project. This information is used to create as-built drawings that are used by the building owner to maintain the building. The information is also used by the electrician to create invoices for the work performed. Currently the information is recorded in spreadsheets or on paper. This information is not easily accessible by the building owner in a way that is conducive to creating a Building Information Model (BIM).

The Solution

Introducing CableTrack, a web application that allows electricians to keep track of the cables that are installed as part of a building project. The electrician can enter the cable information into the application as the cables are installed. The building owner gets the information they need to maintain the building.

Mockup Page Ideas

Use Case Ideas

Initial Setup

Administrator uses default account to sign in for the first time. They create a new account for themselves and delete the default account. They fill out the company information. They invite other users to join the company, assigning them roles as needed.

Adding a Project

Administrator or Project Manager creates a new project. They add the project information. They add the known cables that will be installed as part of the project.

Pulling a Cable

Electrician signs in and selects a project. They select or add a cable and add the pull-in information.

Beyond the Basics

Once the basic functionality is implemented, here are ideas for more advanced features.

Authors

Aaren Orquia, Andrea Jans, Ben Crawford, Matthew Yamamoto, Mikhail Shkaralevich, and Ursula Nichols