The repeating manual process of site photo taking, photo download, photo tagging, photo indexing, photo storing and preparing reports by inserting photos in word processing software in desktop computers is considered not efficient and a structured information system can assist and streamline the workflow. Moreover, the existing manual practices in register and de-centralized data storage cannot facilitate efficient retrieval and review of site activities information and record.
The department wants to make use of Information Technology by digitizing site operation process records for (i) improvement of office and site operational efficiency in site audit and (ii) centralizing the site inspection records/photos/reports to facilitate record retrieval and review. This will also promote paperless operation and utilize the big data management to improve efficiency of the works.
