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{{short description|Document management platform}}
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{{Infobox company
| name = Skysite
| logo = SKYSITE.png
| type =
| foundation =
| location = [[California]], United States
| key_people = Suri Suriyakumar – chairman, president and chief executive officer, Rahul Roy – chief technology officer, Jorge Avalos – chief financial officer, Dilo Wijesuriya – chief operating officer
| homepage = https://www.skysite.com/
}}
'''Skysite''', stylized as '''SKYSITE''', is a document management platform designed for [[construction]] and facility owners and [[managers]].<ref name="conappguru.com">{{cite web|url=https://conappguru.com/apps/skysite-platform-from-arc-document-solutions/|title=SkySite Platform for Construction Plan Distribution • ConAppGuru|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://facilityexecutive.com/2016/07/infolink-app-from-skysite/|title=InfoLink App From SKYSITE For Facility Management|first=Anne|last=Cosgrove|date=14 July 2016|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> The cloud-based drawing management and distribution [[software]] allows the management of documents related to construction projects.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aecbytes.com/review/2015/Skysite.html|title=SKYSITE: Cloud-Based Document Management for Construction -- AECbytes Review|first=Lachmi|last=Khemlani|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> Skysite includes features like [[Request for information|RFI]], [[Punch List]] and photo management.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www10.aeccafe.com/blogs/aeccafevoice/2015/10/15/arc-document-solutions-launches-skysite-2-0-for-construction-communication/|title=ARC Document Solutions Launches SKYSITE 2.0 for Construction Communication|date=15 October 2015|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> Skysite’s track and report functionality is designed to prevent mistakes and delivery delays. The system can be accessed to generate reports for all documents that are shared with the team. The reports can also be deleted, downloaded, or marked up to increase employee accountability.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.builtworlds.com/news/2015/7/14/skysite-reduces-project-risk-at-reasonable-cost|title=SKYSITE syncs risks with greater docs control, tighter security|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref>
Once constructed, facility managers can use Skysite to store, access, distribute, and manage the documents related to the operations of the [[building]].<ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skysite-releases-infolink-app-for-facilities-management-professionals-300298504.html|title=SKYSITE Releases InfoLink App for Facilities Management Professionals|last=SKYSITE|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> As-builts, O&Ms, warranties and more can be organized and searched. Skysite’s real-time synchronization<ref>[[File synchronization]]</ref>{{Circular reference|date=November 2020}} of documents allows access to current information whenever and wherever needed from [[tablet computer|tablets]] and [[mobile device|mobile]] devices.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.constructionspecifier.com/new-management-program-for-construction-professionals-released/|title=New management program for construction professionals released|date=28 January 2015 |publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> All the building’s information can be archived and searched with custom attributes, along with document retention to mitigate risk.
==History==
Skysite was founded in 2015 with the goal of helping manage documents in active construction projects.<ref name="auto1">{{cite web|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skysite-expands-user-base-with-application-upgrade-for-smartphone-300363268.html|title=SKYSITE Expands User Base With Application Upgrade For Smartphone|last=SKYSITE|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> Skysite offers users [[desktop computer|desktop]] sync and a mobile app that has been designed to add mobility to the industry.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.forconstructionpros.com/blog/12085964/forconstructionpros-app-of-the-week-skysite|title=ForConstructionPros App of the Week: SKYSITE - ForConstructionPros.com|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref>
==Product==
The [[software]] allows users to manage, view, collaborate, and distribute encrypted [[construction]] documents in real time on [[mobile device]] or [[desktop computer|desktop]] device. The app has been designed to store all critical information in the cloud, for local or offline access.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://aecmag.com/technology-mainmenu-35/791-news-skysite-delivers-construction-docs-via-the-cloud|title=NEWS: SKYSITE delivers construction docs via the cloud|first=Greg|last=Corke|date=29 January 2015 |publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref><ref name="conappguru.com"/> It also has built-in mark-up tools to communicate issues.<ref name="auto"/> The offerings of the app includes improved hyperlinking of construction documents, image and more attachments to a [[Punch list]] item and document search. Users can upload documents and files with drag and drop, pictures can be pinned to construction drawings and RFIs can be answered. A sample project aids users in getting started.<ref name="auto"/>
Facility management professionals can manage, sync, organize, search and share important [[information]] from [[computers]] and [[mobile devices]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.networkworld.com/article/3096088/mobile-wireless/new-products-of-the-week-7-18-16.html#slide12|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160720035717/http://www.networkworld.com/article/3096088/mobile-wireless/new-products-of-the-week-7-18-16.html#slide12|url-status=dead|archive-date=July 20, 2016|title=New products of the week 7.18.16|first=Ryan|last=Francis|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> Skysite allows to sync all documents with mark-ups, and annotations, along with revision updates, so that the team can uses the right information to make decisions.<ref name="auto"/> The revamped application program interface (API) of Skysite is designed to fit to an existing information technology infrastructure and integrate with other project applications.<ref name="auto1"/> Skysite’s API integrates with various productivity tools including Google Drive Box, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Egnyte.
Skysite software can be accessed to reduce errors and inadequacies associated with paper-based document management systems during all the phases of [[construction]]. The system is designed to reduce information management costs, increase work efficiency, enable secure file access and sharing, and make collaboration better, easier, and faster.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skysite-upgrades-projectlink-for-active-construction-projects-300305251.html|title=SkySite Upgrades ProjectLink for Active Construction Projects|first=SkySite|last=Inc.|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> The Skysite mobile app is available on the [[iOS App Store]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/developer/arc-document-solutions-llc/id540965287|title=ARC Document Solutions, LLC Apps on the App Store|website=[[iTunes]] |publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref> and [[Google Play Store]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/developer?id=SKYSITE%20Technologies,%20Inc.&hl=en|title=SKYSITE Technologies, Inc. - Android Apps on Google Play|publisher=|accessdate=22 March 2017}}</ref>
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