Serkan Çakır on how PDF Expert helps him master project management

For a project manager, every second counts. Managing multiple projects simultaneously, communicating with stakeholders, and ensuring seamless execution are just a few tasks that keep professionals on their toes. For Serkan Çakır, a seasoned Project Manager with a background in Electrical Engineering, efficiency is not just a goal—it's a way of life. Let's dive into Serkan's journey and discover how PDF Expert has become his trusted companion in the challenging role. 

Tackling the challenge of simultaneous task management

At 34, Serkan has made Hamburg his home for the past six years. Outside work, he finds solace in rowing and swimming, discovering the city on his bicycle. An active member of various communities, Serkan fosters connections within the Turkish expat groups, organizing enriching events and gatherings across Europe.

As a Project Manager, Serkan's days are a whirlwind of activity, from overseeing projects across multiple offices to ordering materials, managing teams, and ensuring timely delivery. His biggest challenge is managing a large number of projects simultaneously. To achieve this, he needs to quickly organize and manage tasks related to these projects. Enter PDF Expert—a game-changer in Serkan's toolkit. 

PDF Expert - simple and easy to use

Serkan has tried various PDF applications and found PDF Expert the best among them. “PDF Expert provides ease of use in every aspect I need,” - he says. With PDF Expert by his side, he effortlessly captures photos, makes annotations, and verifies project details in real time. Additionally, when checking the subcontractor's progress claims on-site, he can instantly verify the lengths of cables they report and make necessary corrections using measurement tools. This capability allows him always to be informed and on top of everything, so he often receives compliments for his efficiency and thoroughness.

His favorite features, says Serkan, are Split view and audio notes. He relies heavily on them in his everyday work. 

With the Split view, he can view the project to inspect details in the architectural plan while simultaneously taking notes on the legend. For example, he can take a section from the ventilation plan and drag and drop it onto the electrical plan without copying the white background. This allows Serkan to spontaneously check for collisions between the two plans. Additionally, he can perform measurements and calculate square footage directly on the project, speeding up the whole process.

The feature that makes a big difference for Serkan is audio notes. This enables him to quickly take notes anywhere on an architectural plan, making it faster to capture project notes compared to standard project management applications like PlanRadar or Revizto. Later, he can return to his notes from any device he uses. 

Seamless workflow on all devices

Another vital component is being able to access all his projects on all his devices instantly. “I can work in parallel on both my iPhone and iPad, - he mentions, - thanks to iCloud and OneDrive integration.” When his tablet is not with him on construction sites, he can quickly add photos and audio notes directly on the architectural plans in PDF Expert on his iPhone. This allows for efficient site inspections. Even though Serkan’s company laptop runs on Windows, he accesses his documents both from PDF Expert and his computer seamlessly - thanks to the OneDive integration. 

From quick site inspections to thorough progress evaluations, PDF Expert empowers Serkan to stay ahead of the curve. He mentions that many of his colleagues have started using PDF Expert due to its versatility and efficiency.

Productivity tip from Serkan

We have asked Serkan to share his productivity tip with fellow engineers and project managers:

‘I believe everyone should explore every tab in PDF Expert to fully understand its capabilities. Additionally, learning what can be accomplished with Split View is crucial. PDF Expert can be a lifesaver in unexpected situations, so knowing what it can do in advance is beneficial.’

For project managers and engineers, efficiency is paramount. With PDF Expert as his assistant, Serkan navigates the complexities of his role with finesse, setting a benchmark for productivity and innovation in the field. As we say goodbye to Serkan, his journey serves as a reminder that with the right tools at hand, anything is possible.

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