The construction industry’s chronic problems with cost overruns and project delays may finally have a solution. Pivott, a next-generation cost control and resource management platform, is delivering remarkable results for property developers: “Our clients are consistently reporting at least 5% savings on total project costs and up to 60% improvement in operational efficiency,” reports Daniele Gambero, co-founder of the platform.
Pivott (software developed by Aivot Sdn Bhd) was purpose-built for construction and property development industries, addressing what Mr Gambero describes as fundamental systemic issues.
“For too long, the construction industry has struggled with cost blowouts and delays, often due to fragmented systems, unclear communication, and disconnected stakeholders. When you’re managing a high-rise development with thousands of materials, labour needs, and machinery logistics, even small missteps can cost millions.”
The platform tackles a pervasive industry challenge that extends far beyond simple cost tracking.
“Developers, consultants, contractors, and subbies are often working from a mix of emails, phone calls, WhatsApp messages, and even handwritten notes,” Mr Gambero explains.
“The lack of a unified source of truth leads to disputes, rework, and wasted time.”
Pivott’s comprehensive solution digitises the Bill of Quantities, centralizes communications, and brings every stakeholder onto a single collaborative platform with built-in accountability.
The results are transformative: “a 5%+ cost saving on total project value, up to 60% increase in productivity, and, critically, renewed trust between all parties.”
From back-office to strategic advantage
One of Pivott’s key innovations is elevating procurement from a traditional administrative function to a competitive advantage.
“Pivott brings procurement to the front of the strategic conversation,” Mr Gambero says.
“Instead of just tracking costs, it empowers procurement and project teams to lead with data and foresight, knowing exactly when, where, and why resources are needed.”
This strategic shift has immediate practical benefits.
“That visibility ensures materials and contractors show up on time, not too early (which ties up capital) or too late (which delays the build). That’s how procurement becomes a true competitive advantage.”
Real-time control and cloud-based agility
For multimillion-dollar projects, real-time visibility is essential and Pivott gives developers real-time visibility over every dollar in play – whether it’s a line item or a whole project dashboard.
“On multimillion-dollar builds, that means every tender, cost variation, and contract is benchmarked and trackable. You can compare quotes, trace changes, and make informed decisions instantly.”
The platform’s cloud-based architecture also addresses a critical industry bottleneck.
“Because construction moves fast, and without a centralised system, most decisions are made based on outdated information,” Mr Gambero explains.
He illustrates with a practical example: “Imagine bricklayers waiting for a Request for Information (RFI) response while consultants dig through emails. That downtime is expensive. With Pivott, stakeholders can access the latest drawings and details in minutes, on any device, from anywhere. That kind of agility keeps your sites moving, and your projects on track.”
Built-in governance and future-ready ESG
Pivott has embedded compliance into its core functionality.
“Trust and transparency are built into the DNA of the platform,” Mr Gambero explains.
“Every action, from logins to approvals, is time-stamped and recorded, making audit trails easy to access and compliance straightforward.”
Looking ahead to sustainability requirements, Pivott is expanding its environmental capabilities.
“The system can quantify carbon-heavy inputs like materials and machinery, which gives developers visibility over environmental impact,” he says.
“In time, we’ll integrate with global carbon standards to allow early-stage design teams to model ESG outcomes before the first brick is laid.”
Seamless integration and industry adoption
Recognising the construction industry’s resistance to change, Pivott has developed a comprehensive adoption strategy.
“We recognise that change takes time, especially in an industry still heavily reliant on traditional methods.
“That’s why we’ve designed a two-day change management program that walks teams through practical case studies, hands-on use cases, and immediate wins.”
The platform’s integration capabilities also address existing technology investments.
“Pivott is API-ready and built to integrate. Whether it’s accounting systems, contract admin software, or BIM tools, we can easily sync the data,” Mr Gambero says.
“Our BIM integration means developers can import measurement data straight into their Bill of Quantities with pinpoint accuracy, cutting weeks off timelines.”
Beyond immediate project benefits, Pivott creates long-term value through supplier relationship management, automatically generating vendor scorecards that help developers “make better decisions on future projects and build a high-performing supply chain.”
The AI-driven future
Pivott’s roadmap extends well beyond current capabilities – the future is AI-driven, and Mr Gambero says the company is leading the charge.
“We’re exploring smart assistants to support decision-making, predict risks, and surface insights in real time”.
“We see Pivott becoming the virtual workspace for every stakeholder in a construction project. Mobile apps, read-only access, custom views, it’s all coming. Because in today’s market, collaboration and speed are everything.”
As cost pressures mount and timelines tighten, Pivott represents a fundamental shift in how construction projects can be managed and optimised.
For an industry ready to embrace digital transformation, the platform offers a comprehensive solution to challenges that have plagued construction for decades.
*Pivott is proudly part of the 2025 REACH Australia & New Zealand program.
