• archive of all drawings, documents and associated metadata accessible by or issued to each supply chain company 
• stored on USB2.0 storage device
• as 'future-proof' as current technology allows

BIW recognises that many members of a project team supply chain may want an 'archive' of their project information, perhaps for insurance purposes. Every company involved in a BIW-managed project can purchase a searchable archive of all the information exchanges with which they were involved.

Each supply chain member can have an archive specific to their company’s role and responsibilities on the project. Archives are loaded onto hard disk storage devices, complete with all the software needed to search, view and access the full audit trail of every document, drawing, instruction, notice or other project communication. Depending on each organisation’s needs, the archive can then be copied or downloaded onto its local area network or placed in secure storage.

This simple process can remove the need to download and print out copies of all documents and drawings, then store them in paper form for years in case of some later dispute. Not only are printing and storage costs reduced, but – in the event of a dispute – the legal costs associated with searching for and reviewing relevant documents will be significantly lower, paying for the cost of the archive many times over.

For more information, contact sales@biwtech.com.