Why Scoop
Simply put, we saw too many solar and renewable teams struggle with their software stack — so we set about building a new better way.
Why Most Software Fails — And How to SUCCEED! Why We Built Scoop Differently
After working with hundreds of renewable installation and service teams, we’ve seen the same software implementation challenges come up time and again. Tools are chosen with good intentions, but too often they create more problems than they solve.
Here are six common pitfalls we designed Scoop to overcome, so you can build a scalable, efficient operation that actually works for your teams in the field and the office.
01. Built for the Field & Frontline
Our Take: Most software is built for office workflows with focus on desktops & data entry. But in the field, tools need to be fast, intuitive, and efficient. If it takes seven steps or a high bandwidth signal, it won’t get used. Scoop is built as an agile native mobile app so crews can capture data and keep working even when offline.
03. Flexible, Customizable Integrations
Our Take: Most integrations are superficial & generic. They pass a few fields but miss context, timing, and logic. Worse, they often break silently. Scoop’s GLOO™ service delivers deep, managed integrations built around your actual workflows — not just the surface level data sync.
05. Involving Your Teams Early & Often
Our Take: Too many software decisions are made without input from the people who actually use it. That leads to misalignment, poor adoption, and a system that doesn’t reflect how the work really happens. Scoop’s process brings in field techs, ops leads, and coordinators early—so the solution is shaped by the people who live the process, not just the ones managing it.
02. Thinking Correctly on Build vs. Buy
Our Take: You shouldn’t have to decide on either extreme. Some components are worth building in-house but some you can get off-the-shelf cost-effectively. We can guide you based on industry best practices which to buy and which to build and then connect them seamlessly via the Scoop Central Operations Hub.
04. Restoring the Partnership Mindset
Our Take: Most vendors provide a shiny demo, a feature list, then a handoff to support or worse community support. No real discovery. No process mapping. The result? A tool that looks good on paper but fails in practice. Scoop works differently — we co-design the solution so it fits how your team actually operates.
06. Unlimited User Plans
Our Take: Have you been faced with the difficult decision of who gets a software seat and who doesn’t? User based pricing means a good portion of your team – especially outside contractors – are left disconnected, exposing your projects to delays and risks. This is why we made Scoop pricing unlimited. You can extend the benefit of the platform to your entire team and control their access with flexible rules.
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250,000+ project sites use Scoop
"The software is exquisitely designed, very user friendly and delivers on my expectations for reporting. The team has been very hands on with how to best build out the platform."
"Scoop has been a great partner and the platform is a tremendous asset. The system is very easy to use and it has considerably streamlined our field operations."
"The training that we've received as a company has been wonderful. The customer success team is always available and wants you to succeed."
Scoop is recognized as one of the Top 100 Tech Companies to Watch in 2023.
How Scoop Transforms Your Renewable Operations
Your Operations Before Scoop
Many chances for workflow & dataflow disruption & dropoffs
- Multiple Silo'd Tools
- Difficulty of Field Access
- Repeat Data Entry
- Scattered Files & Communication
- Lack of Adherence to Process
- Unclear Project Status
Solar Operations After Scoop
Fully connected and automated workflows & dataflows
- Unify Operational Functions
- Reduce CRM Seats Cost
- Tailored Access for Field & Office Staff
- Centralized Documents & Communication
- Automated Project Handoffs
- Minimized Tools & Costs
“Scoop has helped us tremendously with organizing our work, not to mention being a major asset for my team in the field.”
“As the EV industry evolves, Scoop is our go-to solution to systematically define scope of work, schedule campaigns, assign resources, and track project completion.”
“For us, Scoop is an innovation platform. It allows us to easily create custom apps to streamline many parts of our operations.”
“Not only has Scoop saved us on some of our CRM costs for having to pay per user, but it’s also saved us from having to hire additional people.”
“We love the instant visibility from folks on-site in the field to in-house engineers during the site survey process. This has already helped us with reducing return visits.”
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