Why Construction Project Reporting Takes 12 Hours (And How to Cut It to 2)

Kumash Shah, Principal Consultant
June 2026
12 min read

Editorial note: this article provides operational guidance. Examples and planning signals must be validated against your organisation’s own data, controls, and delivery context; they are not a promise of client outcomes.

Why Construction Project Reporting Takes 12 Hours (And How to Cut It to 2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does AI reduce weekly construction reporting time from 12 hours to 2 hours?

AI automates data extraction from disparate silos like Primavera P6 and ERP systems, instantly reconciles metrics, and utilizes custom language models to draft narrative summaries and executive dashboards, eliminating manual copy-pasting and formatting.

What specific data sources can Kresto Labs integrate into automated reporting workflows?

Kresto Labs integrates enterprise tools including Primavera P6, SAP, Oracle Cloud, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, field diaries, subcontractor spreadsheets, and HSE management portals into a unified reporting pipeline.

Is sensitive project and engineering data secure when using AI reporting automation?

Yes. Kresto Labs deploys enterprise-grade, zero-data-retention security architectures on private cloud instances, ensuring that proprietary engineering data, cost structures, and client details never train public models.

How long does it typically take an EPC firm to implement automated reporting workflows?

Most tier-one EPC and engineering firms achieve full deployment and workflow transformation within 3 to 6 weeks, starting with an initial diagnostic audit and progressive rollout across active projects.

Can automated project reports be customized to meet specific client and contractual requirements?

Absolutely. The underlying generative models and dashboard templates are fully customizable to comply with specific contractual reporting clauses, regional engineering standards, and corporate branding guidelines.

KS

Kumash Shah

Principal Consultant, Kresto Consulting

Kumash Shah is a Principal Consultant at Kresto Consulting, specialising in AI workflow transformation for project-based companies. With experience across EPC, infrastructure, and engineering environments, he helps organisations identify and implement practical AI solutions that drive measurable operational improvement.

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