3D Scanning ROI Calculator for Construction

3D Scanning ROI for Construction Projects

# Cost Savings Categories

1. Reduced Field Verification
- Traditional: 4-8 site visits for measurements
- With scanning: 1 scan visit + virtual verification
- Typical savings: $2,000-10,000 per project

2. Clash Detection
- Identify conflicts before construction
- Prevent costly in-field coordination
- Typical savings: $5,000-50,000 per clash avoided

3. Change Order Reduction
- Accurate existing conditions prevent surprises
- RFI reduction: 15-25%
- Change order reduction: 10-20%

4. Schedule Acceleration
- Faster measurement and verification
- Parallel design development
- Typical schedule savings: 5-15%

# ROI Calculation Example

$5M Renovation Project

*Scanning Investment:*
- 50,000 sqft @ $0.25/sqft = $12,500
- Industry reference: BIM modeling (by your team or a BIM provider) @ $0.15/sqft = $7,500
- Total investment: $20,000

*Estimated Savings:*
- Field verification: $8,000
- Clash avoidance (2 major): $40,000
- RFI reduction (20%): $15,000
- Schedule (5%): $25,000
- Total savings: $88,000

ROI: 340% ($88,000 / $20,000)

# When Scanning Pays Off

High ROI Projects:
- Complex MEP renovations
- Tight tolerance requirements
- Multiple coordination stakeholders
- Compressed schedules

Lower ROI (but still valuable):
- Simple cosmetic renovations
- New construction on clear sites
- Projects with ample schedule