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eviFile named as G-Cloud 10 supplier on the Government Digital Marketplace We are happy to announce that the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has secured eviFile a place on the G-Cloud 10 framework agreement as a supplier of cloud-based software for Public Services. The G-Cloud framework is a Government Gateway that provides a digital marketplace for […]

Digitising the rail sector with Balfour Beatty, Network Rail and the Greater West eviFile has recently created a buzz in the rail sector with the publication of The GWEP case study detailing the benefits eviFile brought for Balfour Beatty and Network Rail. Since August 2017, Balfour Beatty has implemented eviFile to the GWEP Project to […]

Yorkshire Business Insider Powerhouse Perspective Yorkshire-headquartered, construction and rail tech company eviFile has appointed Henry Ropner as its new non-executive director. Following strong demand from the construction and utility industry, eviFile has seen impressive top line growth and is currently increasing its monthly recurring revenue (MRR) at a rate of over 50% per annum. That’s […]

Yorkshire Business Insider Powerhouse Perspective Our managing director, Luke Allen, spoke to Yorkshire Business Insider last month, to outline what the Northern Powerhouse initiative means to him, the need to focus on smart cities, and the importance of nurturing and retaining talent. In case you missed the original article, catch up below. What does the Northern […]

My Working Day: Luke Allen, managing director of eviFile Our managing director, Luke Allen recently spoke to James Cook of Business Leader about his favourite piece of technology, tips for prioritising workloads, and how he switches off after a long day. If you missed the original piece, you can have a read below… As the leader […]

What is the golden thread – and why does it matter? The phrase ‘a golden thread of information’ is becoming increasingly commonplace across the UK construction industry, having first come to prominence as one of the central themes in the Hackitt Report, ‘Building a Safer Future – Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety’ […]

eviFile tracks Alstom possessions with real time dashboard reporting Alstom engineers rolled out eviFile on their Barking possession last weekend (Week 44 of the rail calendar) after specifying their data and reporting requirements last December. eviFile was configured for gathering testing and installation data on track utilising tablets during the line closure. The possession commenced […]

Transitioning from GRIP to PACE GRIP, which stands for Governance for Railway Investment Projects, has been the framework chosen by Network Rail to deliver rail projects since 2000. But in November 2020 a new programme called PACE was approved and has been developed in an effort to deliver efficiency and improvements across the rail network.  […]

Project on a Page Data is becoming more and more available on projects, through digital tools and higher adoption rates which have been fuelled by a need to ensure your project remains compliant. The building safety bill, regulatory requirements and the need for strong document control are becoming more and more of an issue for […]

Digital Transformation More and more organisations are either looking into, or have already started a digital transformation programme. Many have identified that they have a vast amount of technology deployed within their organisation, most of which does not talk to other applications or internal systems. This creates a massive challenge and can be overwhelming and […]

Are you getting the best from your digital transformation? The advent of Industry 4.0 has seen great strides across multiple sectors. With a suite of tools from data analytics to automated reporting, we’re seeing businesses across the globe improve their decision-making and up productivity.  Evidence-based decision-making is crucial in the rail sector. From maintaining track safety […]

How digital transformation helps us achieve compliance in the rail industry Few industries face as much regulatory oversight as rail. The Office of Rail and Road continues to set targets involving safety, performance, asset management and environmental control.  To stay compliant, railway teams must have visibility over their operations, but still find themselves asking: Do we have a comprehensive […]

Digital Enablement Thought Leadership Piece The Importance of Digitisation in Railway Construction Management Introduction How important is hard evidence to you when delivering a project, managing assets, delivering maintenance or indeed running your railway? How confident are you that you have a comprehensive picture of what is really happening in your respective operations? Can you […]

UK Light Rail Conference 2023 – the end of the front seat view Representatives from all existing UK tram and light rail networks together with regional leaders with plans for ambitious urban transportation systems gathered at this year’s UK Light Rail Conference in Gateshead on 11/12th July. A large contingent of delegates from European companies also […]

eviFile’s Sales Performance in 2023 Revolutionising Digital Solutions in the Rail, Construction and Renewable Energy Sectors Introduction In an era where digital transformation is paramount, eviFile has emerged as an innovator and instrument for digital transformation in the rail, construction and energy sectors. The year 2023 marked a series of remarkable accomplishments for eviFile, highlighting […]

Getting Started on Digitising Your Rail Projects – Part 2 The Importance of Digitisation in Railway Construction Management Introduction In our last blog post, we focused on the initial 5 best practices for digitising rail projects. To refresh your memory, the first 5 of the 10 Best Practices were:Agree on Data Management StandardsInvolve End Users in System […]

Getting Started on Digitising Your Rail Projects – Part 1 The Importance of Digitisation in Railway Construction Management Introduction The rail industry is characterised by its complex blend of construction, safety, technology, and engineering, so project management requires the combination of comprehensive, robust technological systems to overcome the challenges of having diverse, disparate teams and […]

The Strategic Advantage of Common Data Environments in Rail and Construction Projects The Strategic Advantage of Common Data Environments in Rail and Construction Projects Introduction The rail and construction sectors are experiencing a significant shift towards digital transformation, characterised by the adoption of more open and adaptable systems. Central to this transformation is the utilisation […]