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Why TaskTag Is the Best Submittal Tracking Software for Contractors
Looking for a CompanyCam Alternative for Submittal Management?
If you’re using CompanyCam to manage submittals, you’re not alone.
A lot of contractors try to track approvals by uploading PDFs, taking photos of stamped documents, and leaving comments.
But when it comes to:
- Tracking which submittal version is final
- Knowing who approved what and when
- Sharing only the right files with the right people
…CompanyCam starts to break down.
That’s why teams are switching to TaskTag’s Submittal Tracker Workflow — a smarter, structured way to track submittals from upload to approval.
👉 See the full Submittal Tracker Workflow
Why Submittals Don’t Work Inside CompanyCam (and Why People Try Anyway)
CompanyCam is great for jobsite photos and documentation.
It’s fast, visual, and easy to use — which is why people try to make it work for submittals.
But submittals aren’t just static documents.
They’re live decisions that involve multiple stakeholders, versions, deadlines, and consequences.
Here’s what usually happens:
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Pain Point |
Why It Happens in CompanyCam |
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Stamped PDFs get buried |
Uploaded as photos or attachments with no context |
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No version control |
Can’t see what replaced what — or who approved it |
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Consultants can’t review in-app |
No structured review or task assignment |
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Vendors see everything or nothing |
No way to share only their submittals |
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Field builds from wrong version |
No obvious “this is the approved one” state |
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TaskTag Submittal Tracker Workflow: How It Solves Construction Pain Points
TaskTag is built for workflow, not just storage.
Every submittal becomes a task with:
- Attached files (initial, markup, final)
- Assigned reviewers and vendors
- Threaded comments and clarifications
- Role-based access control
- Timestamps on every upload and approval
- A “complete” state that signals: this is the approved version
Unlike CompanyCam, TaskTag is built for collaboration, not just documentation.
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TaskTag vs CompanyCam: Submittal Tracking Features Compared
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Feature |
CompanyCam |
TaskTag |
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Upload submittal files |
Yes |
Yes |
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Track approval status |
No |
Yes |
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Assign reviewers (AE/PE) |
No |
Yes |
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Share with vendors only on specific tasks |
No |
Yes |
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Control who sees what |
No |
Yes |
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Add comments in context |
Yes (limited) |
Threaded + timestamped |
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Version history |
No |
Yes |
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Approved state |
No |
Yes |
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Searchable archive |
Limited |
Full project search |
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Case Study: How TaskTag Prevents Costly Submittal Mistakes
What used to happen in CompanyCam:
- Vendor emails PDF → PM uploads it → Architect replies by email
- Field team checks CompanyCam, sees an older version
- Wrong product gets installed → $12,000 mistake
What happens now in TaskTag:
- Task: Submittal – HVAC Equipment
- All versions uploaded directly to the task
- Architect comments, uploads stamped approval
- Task marked “complete”
- Field team builds from the final, approved version — no confusion
How to Set Up TaskTag Submittal Tracker in 20 Minutes
Use the Submittal Tracker Workflow to:
- Create a submittals project
- Add a task for each submittal package (HVAC, Lighting, etc.)
- Assign reviewers and vendors
- Upload your files
- Track approvals and mark tasks complete
- Keep it all searchable, timestamped, and organized
Set up takes under 20 minutes, and your whole team can access it from anywhere.
Who Should Use TaskTag for Submittal Tracking?
- General Contractors
- Project Engineers
- Architects & Consultants
- Subcontractors & Vendors
- Anyone managing submittals in commercial or mixed-use construction
Why TaskTag Is the Smarter Choice for Submittal Management
CompanyCam helps you capture what’s happening.
But it’s not built to manage what’s supposed to happen.
TaskTag gives you structure, clarity, and control — so your team always knows:
- What’s approved
- Who approved it
- When it happened
- And where to find it
Start with the Submittal Tracker Workflow — and finally stop guessing.
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