How design and design build firms use Hoylu

Hoylu unites all phases of the construction project lifecycle in one platform. Our fully adaptive workspaces enable better integration of the pre-construction and construction phases and keep all project team members in close collaboration throughout the build.  

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Interview with Adam Frandson, DPR

I am currently using Hoylu for a large engineering design project that is complex with cross-discipline interconnects. I know that others within the company have used Hoylu for smaller projects as well. It has also been used for non-project specific discussions outside of the Project Management group, such as providing an open space where visuals can support conversation.

We use Hoylu daily. Either by checking on upcoming or due handoffs, pulling up the Weekly Work Plan in our check-in meetings, creating pull plans, and tracking workflow in a Kanban board. I’m a big fan of putting thoughts on paper before I lose them, and Hoylu is easily set up to capture everything instantaneously in multiple platforms for reference.

The capabilities that Hoylu has for not only pull planning but “open space” and linking to external software are unmatched with anything else I’ve used thus far. In addition, the fact that it is web-based and live is a huge benefit as well.

Maryam Baghdadi, Senior Project Manager, SSOE
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FAQs

Is the Last Planner System® for the design phase?

One of the goals of the Last Planner System®, the leading planning framework for Lean construction, is to facilitate better communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Bringing owners, design teams, and contractors together early in the project supports better decision making and better project outcomes. 

Does Hoylu save time for architects and designers?

With Hoylu, architects and designers can easily attach reference materials to their project plans, mark up drawings and diagrams, and access links to key information embedded in the project plan, all in the same platform where the construction phase will be planned and tracked. 

How does Hoylu compare to Excel and Touchplan?

Hoylu

Excel

Touchplan

Seamlessly combine structured and unstructured planning

Freely embed diagrams, photos, videos and other design materials

Easily link to or between any elements within Hoylu workspaces using deeplinks

Should design build firms use Hoylu?

Hoylu is an ideal choice for teams on design build, Lean, or integrated project delivery (IPD) projects. All of these project delivery methods prioritize ongoing communication and collaboration between all project participants. Hoylu enables effective, efficient, and detailed communication through our platform that combines whiteboarding, planning, and task management in one place.

How do engineering firms get value from Hoylu?

Engineering firms use Hoylu to better coordinate with the project team, including architects, general contractors, and owners. By having full visibility into the project’s plan as it evolves, engineers can more effectively support the project at every stage.