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Module 1: Introduction to TonicDM

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Learning Objectives

  • Understand what TonicDM is and its core purpose

  • Identify the key benefits of using TonicDM for project communication management.

  • Recognize the two primary interfaces (Outlook and web application)

  • Understand how TonicDM fits into your project workflow

What is TonicDM?

  • TonicDM is a cloud-based project communication management software

  • It centralizes project communications and documentation in a searchable cloud repository

  • It allows access from anywhere with internet connectivity

  • It integrates directly with your existing email workflow

Core Problem TonicDM Solves

  • Email siloing: Important project communications trapped in individual inboxes

  • Server space management: Reducing email storage burden

  • Team transitions: New team members need access to project history

  • Information sharing: Making project communications accessible to the whole team

Key Features Overview

  1. Email Filing

    • Automated filing of project emails

    • Conversation thread tracking

    • Searchable email archives

  2. Large File Transfer

    • Unlimited file sizes

    • Download tracking

    • Secure sharing with project teams

  3. Construction Administration Management

    • Submittals, RFIs, Supplemental Instructions, PCOs

    • Logging, forwarding, returning

    • Procore integration

Interfaces

  • Outlook Integration

    • Access TonicDM directly within your email environment

    • File emails without leaving Outlook

    • Send large files through the compose window

  • Web Application - www.app.tonicdm.com

    • Advanced search capabilities

    • File Transfer expanded capability - Send and Request

    • Project Team and Contact management tools

    • Construction Administration and Task modules

How TonicDM Enhances Your Workflow

  • Reduces time spent organizing emails

  • Ensures project information is accessible to the entire team

  • Eliminates the need for separate file transfer services

  • Creates an auditable record of project communications

Engagement Activity

Quick Check: Which of these problems does TonicDM help solve? (Select all that apply)

  • [ ] Automatically writing emails for you

  • [ ] Making project emails accessible to the whole team

  • [ ] Tracking large file transfers

  • [ ] Scheduling meetings

  • [ ] Creating a searchable archive of project communications

Next Steps

In the next module , we'll explore common issues, best practices, and where to go for help.

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