How do I reduce the number of submittals on a project?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
Limit submittals by clarifying requirements upfront. Review the specs and drawings closely to understand what's needed. Use mock-ups to avoid back-and-forth. Communicate with subbies early to catch issues before they become questions.
Key points
- Clarify requirements early.
- Review specs and drawings closely.
- Use mock-ups to reduce submissions.
- Communicate issues upfront.
Start with a solid understanding of the project's needs. When you know exactly what's required, you can reduce unnecessary paperwork. Mock-ups can help visualize things and cut down on submittals. Keeping the lines open with your subbies helps catch issues before they spiral into RFIs.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium can help by pulling and structuring data from your project documents, so you can see what's really needed.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.