AI at the Edge

AI At The Edge

In today's fast-paced construction industry, efficiency and reliability are paramount. SimplyCount stands out by offering robust functionality without the need for Wi-Fi or an internet connection — making it invaluable for contractors, estimators, and engineers working where connectivity is limited or nonexistent.

Local Processing: The Core of Offline Functionality

SimplyCount is a desktop software that operates entirely on local workstations, eliminating the need for internet, Wi-Fi, or cloud storage during operation. All processing — including the analysis and counting of symbols on blueprints and technical diagrams — occurs on the user's computer. By storing project data locally, SimplyCount also enhances data privacy and security, as sensitive blueprint information never leaves the user's device. It can handle tens of thousands of symbols across hundreds of pages without external servers.

Advanced AI and Machine Learning

SimplyCount leverages advanced machine learning and OCR algorithms — embedded within the software, requiring no real-time internet — to count and identify symbols with high accuracy, even on grainy, cluttered, or rotated blueprints, and even from a photograph taken with a smartphone.

High Capacity, Collaboration, and Export

Optimized to manage extensive blueprints with thousands of symbols across hundreds of pages on standard commercial laptops, SimplyCount supports local project databases for collaboration via USB, external drives, or local networks, and exports counted symbols and extracted data directly to Excel and PDF — all generated locally, with or without Wi-Fi.

Why Offline Matters in Construction

The construction industry often operates where internet access is limited. Productivity losses from inefficient document management cost U.S. contractors $30–40 billion in 2022. By automating symbol counting and data extraction offline — and keeping sensitive project data on local devices — SimplyCount reclaims significant time and cost while reducing the breach risk associated with cloud storage.