Job-cost variance: catch overruns early
An overrun you find at closeout is a loss; one you find in week 2 is a fix.
The idea
Have AI compare live field data (labor, parts, change orders) against the original estimate and flag drift weekly so you can rebalance crews or scope before it compounds.
Do it now
List the 3 cost lines that most often blow your jobs — those are what the weekly flag watches.
You should now have: A short 'watch list' for an automated overrun summary.
Guardrail: Predictions are inputs to your decision, not auto-actions on crews or customers.
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