When calls don't cut it

Texting and calling are generally the preferred methods of communication from crews to the office throughout the day, but when it comes to schedules and work orders, software is helping companies get the job done right the first time.

Both GPS and mobile timesheet software help managers keep track of their crews without a lot of back and forth on the phone. Plus, it saves office work at the end of the day. Integrated Landscape Management in Phoenix has been using BOSS LM since 2010, allowing crews to clock in right on their phones.

Crews are assigned a schedule for the day, clock in with a unique ID number when they’re on the property and clock out when they’re done. The software allows managers to see exactly how much time each crew is spending on each job.

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