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    Owner Risk Hub by Owner Insite

    Construction risk management built for project owners.

    Purpose-built owner risk and construction risk management software and resources for owners and owner's representatives. Document retention, warranty enforcement, and cost and schedule overrun protection from groundbreak through the full statute of repose.

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    Construction risk management software for project owners: document retention, warranty tracking, and cost overrun protection
    Owner Insite - Construction risk management for project owners

    Our reason

    Why we built Owner Risk Hub.

    We have been building construction software since 2009. Over that time, we have learned a lot about the problems and challenges owners face, and how they often do not know what they do not know. Owners carry the highest level of risk when managing projects and occupying the buildings they own. We built Owner Risk Hub to share what we have learned, with the hope that it helps construction owners become more aware and better manage their risk.

    The Owner Risk framework

    The four construction risks every owner can control.

    Construction risk management is the practice of identifying, tracking, and controlling the risks that can increase a project owner's cost, delay completion, or create liability after move-in. The most controllable risks sit in the four areas below.

    Pillar 01

    Document Retention Risk

    Lawsuits surface years after project completion. Without organized records, you lose.

    Pillar 02

    Warranty & Product Risk

    Owners routinely leave warranty money on the table by missing claim windows and losing documentation.

    Pillar 03

    Cost & Schedule Overrun Risk

    Quantify the true cost of overruns across change orders, delays, defects, and litigation.

    Pillar 04

    Change Order Risk

    Unsigned or unanswered change orders can be deemed approved by default, inflating cost and schedule before owners realize it.

    The stakes

    The cost of unmanaged risk
    is rising fast.

    Verified data from leading industry reports. Context for why owners can't afford a passive approach.

    Industry data

    $60.1M

    Average construction dispute value in North America

    Arcadis 2025 Construction Disputes Report

    Industry data

    40%

    Year-over-year increase in construction dispute values

    Arcadis 2025 Construction Disputes Report

    Industry data

    4–10 yrs

    Typical statute of repose range across US states

    Legal industry surveys

    Industry data

    30%

    Of construction projects end in a formal dispute

    Arcadis Global Construction Disputes Report

    The exposure

    The hidden risks ofpoor document retention.

    Construction litigation can emerge years after closeout. Without the right strategy, owners face significant financial and legal exposure.

    The #1 cause of construction disputes is errors and omissions in contract documents.— Arcadis 2025 Construction Disputes Report

    Lost Documentation

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    Lost Documentation

    Without proper retention, critical project records can be lost or destroyed before litigation arises, leaving owners without evidence to defend claims.

    Legal Exposure

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    Legal Exposure

    Construction defect claims can surface years after project completion. Missing documentation can result in unfavorable judgments and costly settlements.

    Statute Surprises

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    Statute Surprises

    Each state has different statutes of repose. Disposing of documents too early can leave you vulnerable during the entire liability window.

    Contractor Disputes

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    Contractor Disputes

    Change orders, RFIs, and daily logs are essential for resolving disputes. Without them, owners often bear the burden of proof.

    Field stories

    Real stories. 
    Real consequences.

    These aren't hypotheticals. They're real experiences that show why proactive document retention isn't optional.

    Galen Hair

    Managing Partner, Insurance Claim HQ

    Case 01

    The $150,000 puzzle no one wanted to solve

    When a commercial building burned down with zero documentation, Galen's firm faced what he calls "forensic reconstruction": rebuilding the history of a building without a single document to prove anything.

    The cost of missing documents

    • 300–400 hours of attorney time hunting down contractors and witnesses
    • Insurance adjusters assumed "low contractor grade" materials from the rubble
    • Client had to accept a lower settlement due to weak evidence
    "It's like trying to solve a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle after throwing away the box and losing half the pieces. You're asking people who saw the puzzle years ago to describe what the missing pieces looked like."

    Dr. Greg Bower

    School Superintendent, Rural Texas

    Case 02

    The story behind OI Vault

    Dr. Bower was standing in a river fishing when he got the call: a tornado had just hit his school district. Every critical document, including insurance policies, emergency procedures, and construction records, was in a binder behind his desk.

    What was lost

    • Insurance policies needed to file claims
    • Emergency procedures for crisis response
    • No baseline to prove pre-storm conditions

    This experience became the catalyst for OI Vault, ensuring no school district or property owner would ever face this situation again.

    Hear from an attorney and insurance litigator

    The real cost of missing documentation.

    Galen Hair walks through what "forensic reconstruction" actually looks like when a property burns down without records, and why proactive document retention is the cheapest insurance an owner can buy.

    Why it matters

    Why smart owners prioritize document retention.

    Proactive document management is not just about compliance. It's a strategic advantage that protects your investment and strengthens your position in any dispute.

    Legal Protection

    Maintain defensible documentation that protects your interests throughout the entire statute of repose period.

    Organized Records

    A structured retention policy ensures critical documents are accessible when needed, not buried in disorganized archives.

    Cost Savings

    Proper documentation can prevent or quickly resolve disputes, saving significant legal fees and settlement costs.

    Stakeholder Confidence

    Demonstrate due diligence to insurers, investors, and partners with a comprehensive document management approach.

    Retention checklist

    Key documents to retain

    • Contracts and amendments
    • Change orders and modifications
    • RFIs and submittals
    • Daily logs and progress reports
    • Inspection reports and certifications
    • Payment applications and lien waivers
    • Correspondence and meeting minutes
    • As-built drawings and specifications
    • Warranties and guarantees
    • Insurance certificates and bonds

    The toolkit

    Purpose-built tools for the full risk picture.

    Owner Insite keeps projects aligned and OI Vault protects your records for the full statute of repose. Use them together or on their own.

    Construction Management
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    Manage projects with confidence

    The comprehensive construction management platform that keeps your entire team aligned. Track progress, manage budgets, coordinate schedules, and maintain complete documentation throughout every phase of your project.

    • Real-time project tracking & reporting
    • Budget management & cost control
    • Team collaboration & communication
    Document Management
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    Protect your records for decades

    The only document management system built specifically for project teams. Securely store, organize, and retrieve critical project documents throughout the entire statute of limitations period and beyond.

    • Long-term secure document storage
    • Automated retention policy compliance
    • Instant search & retrieval
    Glossary

    Key terms explained.

    The legal and industry concepts every owner should know to protect investments and navigate disputes with confidence.

    Get protected before disaster strikes

    Don't wait until it's too late.

    Learn how Owner Insite helps construction owners protect their projects with robust document management strategies before disaster strikes.

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    Let's talk about your risk profile.

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