Lanterra and Global Precast saved 8 days on the critical path with Crewscope

This case study is about how Crewscope boosted efficiency with collaborative planning and transformed project execution, motivation, and collaboration—while saving time and money.

In the construction industry, meeting deadlines isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about avoiding massive financial losses. Every delay can mean hundreds of thousands, or even millions, in added costs. For Lanterra Developments, keeping their Glenhill Condominium project on track was critical, especially when installing 1,210 precast panels—a milestone that could make or break the project timeline.

When Lanterra Developments and Global Precast partnered with Crewscope, they weren’t just looking for better planning software—they were looking for a way to break industry norms and drive actual results on the ground. The results?

✅ Project completed 8 days ahead of schedule
✅ Record-breaking installation rates—40% faster than average
✅ Stronger collaboration and visibility across teams
✅ Crew engagement and motivation at an all-time high

The Challenge: Staying on Track Amid High Stakes

Lanterra Developments is a top-tier Toronto real estate developer with a reputation for delivering iconic urban projects. Their Glenhill Condominium development was no exception—a luxury mid-rise in Midtown Toronto requiring precise coordination and timely execution.

For this project, precast installation was a critical path activity, meaning any delays would impact every subsequent stage of construction. The risks?

💰 Up to $1M per month in financing charges for delayed project completion
⚡ $300K monthly in ongoing site fees (management, insurance, utilities, etc.)
⏳ Winter deadline pressure—delays would push the project into harsher weather conditions

With so much at stake, traditional methods wouldn’t cut it. Crewscope stepped in with a fresh, innovative approach that changed everything.

The Crewscope Solution – Breaking Industry Norms results in Boosted Efficiency with Collaborative Planning

1. Direct Incentives for Crews, Not Just Leadership

In most construction projects, bonuses and incentives rarely reach the workers executing the job. Instead, rewards are often reserved for senior leadership and management teams. Crewscope changed that.

💡 How? Instead of vague top-down directives, Crewscope introduced clear, measurable weekly goals for the crew—and tied them to immediate, tangible rewards. When goals were met, workers received direct incentives such as gift cards, motivating them to push for higher productivity and efficiency.

🔹 Result: A crew survey showed that 100% of workers felt more motivated and engaged with Crewscope in place.

One crew member shared:
💬 “It feels amazing to be rewarded for your hard work. Putting in extra effort means earning gift cards to spend on loved ones—or yourself!”

2. Collaborative Planning Over Traditional Top-Down Scheduling

Old-school construction planning is often top-down, where site managers dictate goals and expect workers to hit them—without much input from the crews. Crewscope flipped that dynamic.

🔹 How it worked:

• Weekly planning sessions brought together Lanterra’s site foreman and Global Precast’s crew.
• The team factored in real-world conditions, like weather, crane availability, and delivery schedules.
• Goals were set collaboratively, ensuring alignment between site leadership and workers on the ground.

📊 Visibility was key—the assistant site supervisor communicated daily progress updates via Crewscope, helping crews stay focused and informed.

🔹 Result: The project team was more agile, adjusting to real-time challenges and staying ahead of schedule.

3. Goal Transparency & Real Accountability

Setting goals is one thing—ensuring they’re realistic and accountable is another. Crewscope introduced a simple but powerful shift:

📍 At the time of setting goals, crews also listed key assumptions—for example, whether a crane would be available. This meant:

• If something changed (e.g., crane time was reduced), the team could course-correct immediately instead of reacting too late.
• Everyone was held accountable—not just the workers but also the supporting teams like logistics and equipment providers.

🔹 Result: Faster responses to unexpected delays, keeping installation rates consistently high.

The Results – A Project That Exceeded Expectations – Boosted Efficiency with Collaborative Planning

📊 By the Numbers:

🏗 1,210 panels installed – with record-breaking efficiency
🎯 Finished 8 days ahead of schedule – avoiding costly overruns
⚡ 95%+ of weekly goals achieved – with clear targets and accountability
💰 Crew incentives totaled just $8,300 – a small investment for massive gains

Beyond the numbers, the real success was in transforming the work environment.

✅ Crews were more motivated than ever – a direct result of receiving tangible rewards.
✅ Leadership had real-time visibility – helping them make proactive, data-driven decisions.
✅ Collaboration between Lanterra & Global Precast was stronger than ever – fostering a culture of teamwork.

🚀 Perhaps most impressive? Global Precast leadership reported that this crew broke company records, installing panels 40% faster than usual.

What’s Next? Applying These Lessons to Future Projects

The success of Crewscope’s approach didn’t end with precast installation.

With the next major phase—window installation (glazing)—already underway, the same principles of:
✅ Collaborative planning
✅ Direct crew incentives
✅ Real-time tracking & accountability

…are helping the glazing team establish a consistent, scalable installation rate.

This case study proves that a small shift in approach can lead to massive gains in efficiency, motivation, and project success.

Final Thoughts: The Future of Construction Is Collaborative

The Lanterra + Global Precast project is proof that breaking industry norms works. Traditional methods aren’t enough to keep modern projects on track, and Crewscope is leading the charge in transforming how crews work, collaborate, and get rewarded.

📢 Want to see how Crewscope can improve your project’s efficiency and workforce motivation? Contact us today, and let’s build the future together.