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Why construction companies choose Oak as their trusted provider
Oak is a construction intranet designed to connect site teams, streamline communication, and simplify compliance.
One source of truth for every project
EKFB: 343 miles of track is a lot of ground to cover. Their intranet provides a reliable system that gives every worker mobile access to evolving policies and updates, no matter where they are.
Miller Homes: Documentation shouldn’t be hard to find. Our construction intranet makes documentation accessible on any device, ensuring their large, deskless workforce stays in the loop
Tarmac: Connectivity shouldn’t depend on a company email address. An intranet with mobile app access made it possible for 7,000 workers across the UK to access their intranet without needing a corporate email.
Built for high-pressure, fast moving sites
Reach the unreachable: Like Tarmac, give your frontline a secure digital home without the IT headache or the need for corporate email.
Content in minutes: Construction moves fast. Create professional news, hubs, and targeted notices that look great on any device.
Recognition that sticks: Foster a “speak up” culture. Use applets to streamline processes and give your team a voice that actually gets heard.
Compliance without the paperwork: Regulation is non-negotiable. Ensure every worker has auditable, easy access to the documents they need to stay safe.
Voices from the field
“Content can be created in minutes, compared to what was hours on our old system. It looks modern and works great across all devices.”
— Anna Gray, Head of Marketing & Communications, Severfield
“Oak is a great partner… always going the extra mile to help customers achieve their goals.”
— Ben Graham, Head of Application Development, Miller Homes
The essentials, all in one place
Unify HR, payroll, scheduling, rewards, uniform ordering and more into one personalised digital front door. By removing multiple logins and reducing routine queries, Oak accelerates onboarding for new starters and makes HR support easily accessible to deskless teams.
Seamless onboarding
Channel key information, mandatory training, essential tools and introductions through a central onboarding gateway, ensuring new employees feel supported, confident and connected from day one.
Nurture a positive culture
Celebrate wins share updates and nurture belonging, through social feeds and community groups bringing your culture to life across locations, teams and shift patterns.
Recognition that retains
From peer-to-peer praise to specific site shout-outs, with Oak recognition becomes visible frequent and authentic. Surface great work across feeds and newsletters to boost morale and strengthen retention across all levels of the organisation.
Replace the paper trail
Track reads, confirm policy and health and safety acknowledgements and deliver mandatory updates without the manual admin. Everything is digital, visible and consistent, so nothing gets lost.
Measure what matters
Track engagement, understand message reach, identify communication gaps and tailor content to every role with built-in analytics and AI-powered personalisation.
Eliminate HR bottlenecks
Reduce ad hoc emails, improve response times and help HR teams spot recurring themes or issues with a simple, structured way for employees to raise, track and resolve queries directly within Oak.
“Before Chatty Patty, before an internal communication app, we had no real way to communicate with our crew members, it was really difficult. Oak provided a well-rounded app that did a bit of everything and we thought that was perfect for us. Whatever we’ve asked for from Oak we’ve absolutely received and that’s hugely reassuring.”
Bastian Bauermeister
Head of Internal Communications
Construction FAQs
What is a construction intranet?
A construction intranet is a central platform that connects site teams, office staff, and subcontractors in one place. It allows companies to share updates, safety information, documents, and project communications in real time, especially with frontline workers who are rarely at a desk.
Why do construction companies need an intranet?
Construction teams are often dispersed across multiple sites, making communication difficult. A construction intranet ensures everyone receives the same information, reduces reliance on paper or WhatsApp groups, and helps improve safety, compliance, and project coordination
Can a construction intranet work for site based employees without email?
Yes. Modern construction intranet platforms are designed for frontline workers who do not have corporate email addresses. Employees can log in via mobile apps, employee IDs, or secure single sign on, giving them instant access to updates, rotas, and documents.
How does a construction intranet improve safety?
A construction intranet allows you to share safety alerts, toolbox talks, and compliance documents instantly. Teams can access the latest procedures on site, report issues quickly, and ensure everyone is working from the most up to date information.
Does Oak integrate with existing systems used by construction companies?
Yes. Oak’s App Launcher integrates with the systems used by construction teams daily, like:
- HR platforms
- Workforce management tools
- Rota and payroll systems
- Microsoft 365
- Document management platforms. With all of these becoming accessible through one personalised digital front door, everyday tasks become faster and easier for staff at every level.
How can I measure the success of a construction intranet?
Success is tracked through built-in, AI-powered analytics that measure engagement, message reach, acknowledgements, sentiment and usage across roles and locations. These insights show which content is landing, where communication gaps exist and how teams are interacting with the intranet, helping you demonstrate ROI and continually refine your communication strategy.
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