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Faster Purchasing & Flexible Work Orders with ToolWatch

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:56:44 GMT

What’s New in ToolWatch: June 2026 Release Summary

We are excited to roll out our latest update for June 2026! This release introduces powerful new enhancements to purchasing, service requests, and work order management while vastly improving reporting accuracy and platform reliability across ToolWatch.

OSHA Heat Safety Crackdown: 8 Compliance Steps for Contractors

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Wed, 20 May 2026 15:08:08 GMT

If your crews are working outside this summer, there’s a good chance OSHA is paying closer attention than ever before. Heat safety has quickly become one of OSHA’s biggest enforcement priorities, and inspectors are already increasing jobsite visits tied to high temperatures and heat-related hazards.

Automation, Integrated Messaging, and Enhanced Field Notes

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:34:13 GMT

ToolWatch was built to streamline your asset management processes. That’s exactly why we’re committed to updating the capabilities you know and love. This ToolWatch release includes three new updates:

ToolWatch Barcode Tracking System: Everything You Need to Know

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:17:05 GMT

Barcodes are a staple in construction tool check-in and check-out processes — and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon. They’re simple. They’re fast. And when they work, they bring order to even the most chaotic jobsites. But there’s one question that comes up every time contractors consider implementing them: Will they actually hold up?

It’s a fair concern. Tools go through a lot — constant handling, exposure to weather, impact, grease, and daily wear. In many cases, labels peel, fade, or become unreadable over time, disrupting the very system they’re meant to support.

But that hasn’t been the experience for ToolWatch customers. We spoke with Al Derrikson from HB McClure, a ToolWatch customer since 2021, who showed us something most contractors wouldn’t expect: a worn wheelbarrow and hand cart from 2001, still carrying their original ToolWatch barcodes. Despite decades of real jobsite use, the labels were still fully readable and scannable.

And that’s the difference. ToolWatch barcodes aren’t just built to work on day one. They’re built to last through years of jobsite conditions without losing their reliability.

Track Every Tool: FleetWatcher BLE Asset Tracking

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 04 May 2026 14:04:01 GMT

Don’t know where that concrete saw is? Not sure what size bucket is on that excavator? We’ve got a solution for you.FleetWatcher now offers BLE Asset Tracking, a game-changing feature that ensures you always know the location of your small assets—whether by individual item, jobsite, or asset class.

Monitor Safety Metrics, Improve Driver Behavior With FleetWatcher

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:54:15 GMT

FleetWatcher telematics platform monitors four key "safe driver" metrics, allowing companies to track and amend driver behavior.

FleetWatcher Integration with Oman Systems Boosts Accuracy and Cuts Costs

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:35:04 GMT

FleetWatcher by AlignOps now integrates with Oman Systems, Inc.’s Field Manager PRO, enhancing functionality for contractors while saving time and significantly improving accuracy. Data from FleetWatcher-equipped assets flows directly into Field Manager PRO, eliminating manual entry and reducing the risk of human error.

New FleetWatcher Feature Gives Real-Time Snapshot of Project Performance

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:26:54 GMT

We’ve rolled out new functionality in FleetWatcher by AlignOps designed to give users instant visibility into active project performance. The latest Today’s Projects view makes it easy to assess project status at a glance—so you can quickly determine whether work is on track or if adjustments are needed.

Weaver Brothers Construction Cracks Theft Case Using FleetWatcher Breadcrumbs

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:57:52 GMT

Company: Weavers Brothers Construction

Introducing ToolWatch Purchase Requests: A Smarter Way to Manage Procurement

marketing@aligntech.co (AlignOps) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:22:03 GMT

If your purchasing process still relies on email threads, spreadsheets, or informal conversations, you’re not alone. For many construction and operations teams, purchase requests are submitted inconsistently, leading to delays, duplicate orders, and limited visibility into approvals and spend.