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Loading docks and construction sites have a coordination problem. That's exactly why we built Veyor.

06.03.2026
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If you've ever managed deliveries on a large construction site or a busy commercial building, you already know what the process usually looks like. Someone's tracking bookings on a whiteboard. There's a group chat that's gotten out of hand. The schedule gets emailed out every morning and is outdated by the time anyone reads it. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, a truck is sitting at the gate waiting for someone to figure out who has priority.

It's not a new problem, and it's not unique to any one site or building. It's just the way things have worked, because until recently, there wasn't a better option.

Veyor was built to change that.

Where it started

Veyor's founder, Richard Fifita, was a civil engineer managing a major high-rise construction project when coordinating the site's cranes and deliveries became his responsibility. The process he inherited was exactly as manual as you'd expect: whiteboards for crane bookings, a separate board in the basement for the dock, a forklift operator fielding calls all day, and a daily photo of the schedule sent to the office to be typed up and emailed out.

The problem with that system (apart from the obvious inefficiency) was that it was static. Construction sites aren't. Every time a booking changed, which was constantly, there was no reliable way to communicate that to everyone who needed to know. The result was trucks arriving at the wrong time, contractors queuing at the same gate, and arguments about who had the slot. 

On a large project, any slowdown in materials has a direct impact on productivity. It's not just an inconvenience - delays cost money, and they compound fast.

Richard looked for software that could fix this. Nothing purpose-built existed. The most sophisticated tool available was a Google Sheet.

So he built what he couldn't find.

From construction sites to commercial buildings

Veyor launched with a focus on construction logistics - crane scheduling, delivery coordination, giving everyone on a busy site a shared, live view of what's happening. But it didn't stay there for long.

As construction projects approached completion and buildings were handed over to their permanent tenants and management teams, those incoming operators wanted to keep using the platform. The building was finished, but the coordination problem wasn't. Loading docks still needed managing, contractors still needed access, and deliveries still needed to be booked and tracked.

That pattern repeated itself enough times that the direction became clear. It started with Lendlease introducing Veyor to JLL on the Melbourne Connect project, and it kept occurring from there. In the US, Clark Construction introduced Veyor to CBRE through the same natural handover. Construction teams already using the platform would finish a building, and the incoming facilities management team would ask to stay on rather than start from scratch. It was a natural transition, and it kept happening. 

What Veyor does

Veyor centralizes delivery and logistics coordination across construction sites, loading docks, commercial properties and infrastructure projects. Project managers, superintendents, facilities managers, contractors, and drivers all work from the same live platform - which means bookings are visible to everyone, clashes get caught before they cause problems, and changes are communicated automatically rather than through a chain of phone calls and messages.

The platform covers construction logistics, crane scheduling, loading dock management, driver tracking, and safety compliance. It's designed to be straightforward to use, because a system that requires extensive training doesn't get used properly, and a system that doesn't get used properly doesn't solve anything.

What's next

Following the Series A raise, Veyor is moving from proving the model to scaling it - with a primary focus on the US market, a dedicated push into loading dock and facilities management, and a product roadmap that goes deeper on commercial visibility for construction and real estate teams.

If you're still coordinating deliveries across spreadsheets and group chats, it's worth seeing what a purpose-built platform can do. Book a demo today.

What Are Some Of The Challenges Of Crane Management ?

It being a complex process that requires careful planning, organization, and coordination, there are several challenges that Site Managers or Superintendents face when managing their cranes, such as:

1. Weather Conditions

Changing weather can significantly impact crane operations. High winds, rain, and snow can make it unsafe for cranes to operate, and extreme temperatures can affect the crane's performance. Site Managers or Superintendents need to keep an eye out for any difficult weather conditions and plan ahead for alternatives such as shifting materials using internal lifts or having set areas to store the additional materials when cranes can’t operate. For example, some site teams set up warehousing areas on-site to store surplus materials that helps teams keep busy when there is a slow down in material delivery flow.

2. Site Constraints

Many construction sites have limited space, making it challenging to maneuver cranes around. Careful planning of the crane’s movements needs to be coordinated to avoid any obstacles that could be in its path. Superintendents or Site Managers also need to consider the crane's height and weight limitations to avoid damaging the site's infrastructure. Additionally, the location of the crane, access to unloading zones on roads, and staging areas need to be taken into consideration to ensure that the crane can operate safely and efficiently.

3. Availability of Cranes

Depending on the size and complexity of the project, multiple cranes may be required. Site Managers or Superintendents need to ensure that there are enough cranes available to meet the project's needs and that the cranes are being used effectively to avoid downtime. When this isn’t planned properly at the start of the job, supplementary mobile cranes are often brought in, which come at a high cost.

4. Scheduling Conflicts

Construction projects involve many different subcontractors, each with their own schedules and timelines. Scheduling conflicts can easily arise when multiple teams need to use the crane at the same time, leading to delays and inefficiencies. Good collaboration between all parties involved is essential to ensure that the assets are being used efficiently.

5. Human Error

Crane operators and other on-site personnel need to be trained to operate the crane safely and efficiently. Poor communication, lack of experience, and scheduling clashes can lead to accidents on-site. In order to minimize the risk, Site Managers or Superintendents need to provide proper training and supervision to ensure that everyone on the site is collaborating and communicating. When new high risk activities are undertaken, it is also crucial that site teams perform an appropriate lift study that is audited by all key stakeholders prior to work commencing.


How to Optimize Your Crane Management?

To optimize your crane management, digital comprehensive solutions such as Veyor’s Construction Logistics Management Software are the way to go. Veyor offers a range of features that revolutionizes crane management with just a couple of clicks. Some of the features of Veyor include:

  • Easy crane booking system
  • Collaborative scheduling
  • Real-time notifications about changes and cancellations
  • Tracking of crane usage for actuals and planned data
  • Comprehensive reporting and analytics
  • Visual logistics board


Effective crane management is an essential aspect of construction logistics management. By optimizing crane usage, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safety, construction companies can save money, improve efficiency, and prevent accidents. With a comprehensive solution like Veyor, Site Managers or Superintendents can optimize their crane management and focus on their projects' success.

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