How Ewert Leaf Improves
Their Design Process by 30% in 6 Weeks with Interscale

Location

Level 3/49 Stead St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Industry

Architecture

Services Used

IT Support, License Management, BIM Management

Delivered Results

Ewert Leaf saved valuable time and resources, which they redirected towards their core competencies

Number of emplyees

11-50 employees

About Ewert Leaf

  • Location: South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • Industry: Architecture
  • Use case: IT Support, License Management, BIM Management
  • Number of employees: 11-50

Founded in 2009, Ewert Leaf has rapidly established itself as a cornerstone of innovative architecture in Australia. With a commitment to multi-disciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge design, Ewert Leaf has been actively shaping a legacy of diverse and groundbreaking architectural outcomes.

Summary

Challenges:
  • Ewert Leaf struggled with their building design process
  • Their project planning and drafting took too long.
  • The company needed to work faster on building designs
Solutions:
  • Setting up IT managed services to help with their software licensing
  • Held a BIM discovery session for a more efficient process
  • Created a roadmap to help them improve in the future
  • Providing Helpdesk support for their ongoing needs
Results:
  • 20+ hours saved weekly on administrative tasks
  • 30% increase in design efficiency
  • 15% faster project delivery
  • 25% reduction in IT-related costs

“Interscale’s expertise in both IT and the AEC space allowed us to seamlessly integrate our IT infrastructure with our architectural processes, supporting our innovative pursuits.” –
Ewert Leaf representative

Challenges: 20+ Hours Weekly Lost on IT Tasks

Ewert Leaf faced significant hurdles in managing their growing IT needs while maintaining focus on their core architectural expertise. Their BIM processes were inefficient, leading to project delays and decreased productivity.

As Ewert Leaf grew and took on bigger projects, they encountered increasingly complex technological challenges.

The architects were spending excessive time troubleshooting tech problems, losing almost 20+ hours weekly and diverting their focus from designing buildings.

They were juggling multiple vendors for various IT needs, creating confusion and inefficiency.

The firm’s commitment to innovative design necessitated advanced software solutions, but managing these tools became a burden.

Each design tool required its own updates and licenses, further complicating their IT landscape.

Most critically, Ewert Leaf’s BIM processes were not optimised, leading to inefficiencies in their core architectural work.

They needed a solution that could address both their IT infrastructure and their specialised architectural software needs.

Solutions: 3-Part Plan to Improve IT and BIM

Interscale provided a suite of services tailored to Ewert Leaf’s unique needs as an architecture firm, including IT Managed Services, BIM optimisation, and dedicated helpdesk support.

1. IT Managed Service and Autodesk Integration

Interscale implemented a holistic IT management solution that included overseeing Ewert Leaf's day-to-day IT needs and managing their Autodesk software. This centralised approach streamlined their technology stack and simplified license management.

2. BIM/CAD Discovery Session

To address Ewert Leaf's core challenge with BIM processes, Interscale conducted a specialised BIM/CAD Discovery Session. This in-depth analysis allowed us to identify inefficiencies in their current workflows and develop a tailored roadmap for improvement. "The BIM/CAD Discovery Session opened our eyes to new possibilities in our design software." Following the session, we created a plan that included targeted training, lunch learning sessions, and the development of custom Revit content. This approach was designed to optimise Ewert Leaf's use of BIM tools and improve the efficiency of their architectural processes.

3. Helpdesk Support and Assistance

Interscale provided ongoing, specialised tech support to ensure Ewert Leaf's team could quickly resolve any IT issues. "Interscale's helpdesk is quick to respond and really understands our needs. It's like having our own IT department." This service was tailored to the unique needs of an architecture firm, ensuring minimal disruption to their design work.

Results: 30% Faster Design Process, 25% Lower IT Costs

Ewert Leaf experienced significant improvements in their operations after implementing Interscale’s solutions:

  • No More Time Wasted on IT Management: Ewert Leaf saved over 20+ hours per week on administrative tasks, allowing architects to focus more on design work.
  • Faster Design Process: Thanks to Interscale’s BIM discovery session, Ewert Leaf’s team could create and modify building designs 30% faster. This speed boost applied to even their most complex architectural projects.
  • Efficient Project Management: With better IT systems and quicker design processes, Ewert Leaf finished projects 15% faster than before.
  • Cost Reduction: Consolidating technology needs with Interscale led to a 25% reduction in IT-related costs. This optimised budget allowed Ewert Leaf to invest in new technologies to improve their operations.

Building Tomorrow's Success, Today With Interscale

Ewert Leaf keeps using Interscale’s services to make sure they have all the tech support they need for their building design work. As their company grows, they plan to use more of our services.

“Getting help from Interscale is easy, and they always have the answers we need.”

Ewert Leaf also likes how we tell them about new technologies and better ways to work. They’ll keep relying on us as they try new building design software and IT solutions.

Now, Ewert Leaf has a flexible and forward-thinking approach to managing their IT. They can support their building design work well with the tools and knowledge we provide.

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