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June 2, 2009

On-Line Innovation Supports Builders and Contractors

Mesa, Arizona – The Whitton Companies, an Arizona-based provider of Integrated Framing, Concrete and Plumbing Construction Services launched a new interactive website. Real-time statistics, projects status updates and other critical information is now available for Home Builders and Commercial Contractors via the new site- www.TheWhittonWay.com.

Important, real-time information for project collaboration between the Home Builder and the Whitton Companies is included in the site. Previously this type of information was only available through personal interactions such as phone calls, emails, faxes and an assortment of other communication vehicles.  “Helping Builders and Contractors to actively manage their schedules and to be able to see how we are progressing on their projects is a tremendous value to us both” said Ron Whitton, founder of the Whitton Companies.   Before launching this innovative collaboration tool, information was available only from the Home Builder to their subcontractor partners.  “thewhittonway.com provides new, innovative web-based information that can now be shared both directions”  a Whitton Companies executive stated. “Our partners can see every aspect of a sub-division we are working on or all of their projects simultaneously. Progress is now strategic, simple and accurate”.

The site features an array of different key indicator reports including:

·         Cycle Times and Overall Community Progress 

·         Quality Inspection Reports

·         Archival Sewer Camera Videos

·         Warranty Tickets

·         Outstanding Billing

·         Back Charge Information

·         Home Schedules

The Whitton Companies continue to add value and improve efficiency as part of an on-going effort to support builders through these tough economic times.  Reports about Missing Water Meters and Sewer Tap Hookups are also included as part of the site’s services for Home Builders. “Technological advancements improve the quality of delivered products and enhance communication, while reducing overhead” Ron Whitton stated.

Enhancements to the site will continue as feedback is received.  All Whitton Companies trade partners are invited to start utilizing the site.  Others interested in seeing the new collaboration tool are able to observe the technology in-use through a special demonstration that incorporates the site’s deliverables.

The Whitton Companies provide residential plumbing, residential and commercial concrete and residential framing services for Home Builders and General Contractors throughout the Metro Phoenix and Tucson areas.  For more information call 480.892.6159

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