Azure Cloud Middleware - Construction

James Park

🧭 Project Overview

ARK360 partnered another consultancy and the CIO of a top-tier Australian construction company to lead the development of an enterprise-grade data integration platform. The initiative aimed to automate manual data entry, unify disconnected systems, and streamline reporting across a complex portfolio of construction projects. By combining Azure services with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform, the solution delivered real-time data visibility, reduced manual overhead, and empowered teams to make faster, data-driven decisions.

🎯 Project Objectives

Eliminate Manual Data Entry: Replace error-prone, spreadsheet-based processes with automated data capture and system integrations.
Unify Disconnected Systems: Build a single source of truth across departments including Project Controls, HSEQ, Finance, and Site Operations.
Enable Real-Time Reporting: Provide decision-makers with up-to-date dashboards and reduce time-to-insight.
Maximise Microsoft Cloud Investment: Leverage the client’s existing Azure, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform stack to minimise additional licensing costs.

🧩 Key Deliverables

Centralised Data Platform: Architected and delivered a scalable Azure SQL Database as the core project data hub.
Automated Integrations: Used Azure Logic Apps and Azure Functions to connect multiple line-of-business systems and automate data flows.
API Management Layer: Established Azure API Management to securely expose and manage data services across internal tools.
SharePoint & Power Platform Interface: Enabled business users to interact with the platform through custom Power Apps and SharePoint Online lists.
Secure, Auditable Workflows: Implemented robust logging, error handling, and role-based access across all components.

πŸ”§ Technical & Delivery Approach

Azure-Native Architecture: Designed for scalability, maintainability, and performance using serverless components and cloud-native services.
Incremental Rollout: Delivered in phases, starting with high-impact use cases in project status tracking and site performance.
Agile & Collaborative: Worked closely with cross-functional stakeholders including IT, operations, and finance to ensure alignment and adoption.
Compliance-Ready: Designed with enterprise-grade security, access control, and auditability aligned with ISO and internal ICT standards.

πŸš€ Key Results & Achievements

βœ… Reduced manual data entry effort by over 70% through automation.
βœ… Integrated 5+ legacy systems into a single, queryable platform.
βœ… Delivered early insights into project performance and delays via Power BI dashboards.
βœ… Empowered non-technical teams to access and act on real-time data through intuitive apps.
βœ… Positioned the CIO and business units to scale data-led decision making across all construction programs.
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Posted Nov 8, 2023

Automated 70% of manual data entry, unified 5+ systems, enabled real-time insights, and delivered a scalable Azure data platform for project operations.

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