1. A common problem in the construction industry – but there’s a better solution.

When a new construction project begins, there is often an immediate need for the right resources. This may involve finding consultants, technical specialists, project managers, or a subcontractor for the project.
For many companies, this still means using the same approach as many years ago: calling around to contacts, asking within their network, or trying to find the right resources through recommendations.
In many cases, the process also involves companies sending requests to registered suppliers or businesses within their supply chain. Simply identifying which companies might be relevant for the assignment can take time in itself. After that, those companies need to assess whether they have the right expertise and available resources to carry out the work.
This process often means it takes several working days before a clear answer can be given. In some cases, it can take up to a week or more before all suppliers have responded on whether they are able to participate in the project.
When projects need resources quickly, this type of process can create unnecessary delays and make it harder to plan the work efficiently.
To create a more efficient structure, to create a more efficient structure, Sweftico has developed a platform where companies can find skills and resources for construction projects without having to call around. By making skills, resources, and availability within the industry visible, companies can find the right resources for their projects more quickly.
But the problem isn’t just about finding resources—it’s also about how the supply chain in construction projects operates.

2. Challenges in the supply chain in construction projects

Another common challenge in the construction industry arises when companies that receive a request or win a contract do not have their own resources available to carry out the work.
In such situations, the company often needs to collaborate with other companies or find additional resources in order to carry out the project.
This can create several problems in the supply chain.
First, the work is sometimes not carried out by the company that actually won the contract, but by other companies further down the chain. This can make it harder to ensure quality and clear accountability in the project.
Second, intermediaries can emerge in the supply chain, which in some cases can make the project more expensive.
Additionally, the process of finding new resources after a contract has already been won can cause delays in the project.
When resources are not available at the right time, it can affect both the project timeline and overall efficiency.

3. Why is it difficult to find resources in construction projects?

The construction industry is a complex sector with many different stakeholders.
A project may require different types of resources during different phases, for example:

• Design consultants
• Project managers
• Technical specialists
• Production resources
• Subcontractors

When the need arises quickly, it can be difficult to find a construction consultant or the right specialist in time.
In many cases, this is because there is no clear structure that allows companies to easily find the right expertise.

4. The expertise in construction projects already exists within the industry

In many cases, the required expertise already exists within the industry.

There are companies that offer:

• Technical design
• Project management
• Specialist expertise
• Production resources

But because this expertise is not always visible to other stakeholders, it can be difficult to find the right competence in construction projects when the need arises.
This means that companies looking for resources and companies that have resources do not always find each other at the right time.

5. Resource planning in construction projects

Being able to quickly find resources is also an important part of resource planning in construction projects.
If resources are lacking in a project, it can affect:

• The project timeline
• The project budget
• The project quality

At the same time, other companies may have resources available that currently lack projects.
If these resources can be made visible to the industry, they can be used more efficiently in new projects.

6. How Sweftico creates a more transparent structure

Sweftico is designed to improve how companies in the construction industry find resources and collaboration partners.
Through the platform, companies can:

• Find consultants in the construction industry
• Find the right construction consultant for the project
• Find a subcontractor for a construction project
• Make their own resources and competencies visible

This means that companies looking for resources can find the right expertise faster, while companies that have resources can become visible to new project opportunities.
By creating greater transparency in the market, Sweftico can help reduce problems in the supply chain and make it easier to connect companies and resources directly.

7. From phone calls to a more structured market

Historically, many collaborations in the construction industry have been built through personal contacts.
This will still be important, but in a growing and more complex industry, it is not always enough.
Digital platforms can create a more structured market where companies can:

• Show their expertise
• Make their resources visible
• Find new collaborations
• Find projects faster

It makes it possible to connect companies and resources more efficiently.

8. Conclusion

Calling around to find resources for projects is still common in the construction industry, but the process is often both time-consuming and inefficient.
At the same time, gaps in the supply chain can create situations where companies win contracts but lack the internal resources to carry out the work. This can lead to intermediaries, higher costs, and in some cases, project delays.
By creating better visibility of skills and resources, these challenges can be reduced.
Sweftico is designed to create a more transparent structure where companies can find the right resources, the right expertise, and the right collaborations in the construction industry.
When companies can find each other directly, both projects and collaborations become more efficient.