Hallam Land Management has shaved a third off
development time for a web-based workflow application by using a
modular framework.
The land management workflow application was developed using
Progress Software's eScript Quick Start programme, which is based
on modular code and consulting services. The application was built
in-house by Hallam, a subsidiary of construction company Henry
Boot.
It provides information and alerts about options, purchases and
planning permissions on land acquired for development. Staff can
access the application via a browser on their laptops, and the firm
is working on PDA access.
IT project manager Alan Ward said, "After initial training in
how to use the framework, Progress helped us to build the
application, returning on-site to check progress, impart more
expertise and ensure that we achieved our project goals."
"In addition we have integrated the application with the
accounting system to associate costs with the different stages of
purchasing, taking options on land and overcoming the difficulties
of site development."
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