The construction industry continues to face rising costs, tighter schedules, and increased competition. Jobsite monitoring isn't just a convenience anymore; it's a requirement.
CamDo’s DataLens camera is solving the most persistent problems in construction by combining automated image capture, AI-powered insights, and cloud-based reporting into a single, easily deployable camera unit, all at the right price.
Whether you're managing multiple projects, monitoring safety, or just trying to reduce site visits, this tool changes how teams work, communicate, and make decisions.
Problem: Manual site visits waste 10+ hours per week
Solution: Track progress remotely through automated 4K time lapse
Field visits take time and introduce delays when managers can’t be on-site. With DataLens, timelapse imagery is captured and uploaded automatically, enabling real-time visual updates that replace in-person inspections. The system installs in under 5 minutes, reducing friction while improving oversight across all phases of a project.
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Reduces physical site visits by up to 50%
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Deploys in under 5 minutes with no technical support required
Problem: Most safety issues are only addressed after an incident
Solution: Automate hazard detection and incident logging using AI
Many construction safety issues go undocumented simply because they aren’t seen or more often, field workers are too busy. With AI-powered image analysis, CloudX flags unsafe conditions, auto-generates incident reports, and timestamps each event. Teams become proactive, rather than reactive, improving compliance, documentation, and overall outcomes.
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Log safety issues automatically using AI analysis of time-lapse images
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Significantly increases the number of documented unsafe conditions in the first month, so safety leaders can have more data on the safety triangle
Problem: Jobsite theft and damage cause over $1 billion in annual losses
Solution: Secure your site with automated photo access and remote visibility
With theft and unauthorized access continuing to impact construction sites, teams need constant visibility without hiring 24/7 security or relying on staff to send photos. DataLens uploads high-resolution images every 10 minutes (or your chosen interval) using built-in LTE, offering a clear view of your site anytime, from anywhere. This allows project managers to verify end-of-day conditions and deter loss without being physically present.
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Uploads high-resolution site images every 10 minutes via built-in LTE
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Teams check visual updates 12–20 times weekly to deter theft and verify site activity
Problem: Stakeholder communication lags project progress
Solution: Provide instant access to site visuals and weekly reporting tools
Stakeholders don’t just want updates; they want proof of progress. With DataLens, site images are always current and accessible. Branded reports are created in minutes and shared instantly, ensuring clients, owners, and executives stay aligned without waiting on field teams to send photos.
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Generates branded visual reports in under 10 minutes
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Provides 24/7 access to project visuals for clients, owners, and investors
Problem: DSLR-based systems are expensive and labor-intensive
Solution: Simplify time-lapse with a single unit under $1,000
Traditional DSLR setups are bulky, complex, and require ongoing manual work. DataLens offers a fully integrated unit with camera, storage, modem, and power built-in. This eliminates configuration challenges and significantly reduces hardware cost per project. Traditional security cameras are unreliable and of low quality.
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Combines camera, power, storage, and connectivity into one unit
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Costs less than $1,000, that’s at least 70% lower than DSLR-based alternatives
Problem: Subcontractor work is difficult to verify remotely
Solution: Use time-stamped image history to confirm every phase of work
Without reliable records, teams rely on texts, emails, and status updates that don’t always reflect real progress. With DataLens, every image is archived and timestamped, making it easy to confirm exactly when a task was completed. Managers can make faster decisions and resolve issues with visual proof.
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Archive all images with timestamps for accurate milestone tracking
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Reduces unnecessary visits by enabling remote validation of progress
Problem: Marketing departments want high-quality images and video
Solution: Deliver 4K footage automatically for social content and proposals
Marketing and communications teams need high-quality visuals to promote progress, build trust, and win new business. DataLens captures 4K time-lapse footage daily, stored and accessible for use in campaigns, proposals, and project updates, without needing a field team to record or edit anything. Need more resolution? SolarUp offers 27MP using the GoPro HERO12.
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Captures daily 4K footage ready for export without editing
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Drives 37% higher engagement on LinkedIn and campaign content
Problem: Remote and rural jobsites lack IT infrastructure
Solution: Stay connected anywhere with built-in LTE and cloud automation
Some job sites are far from internet access or technical support. DataLens was built for these environments. With LTE connectivity built in, the system works in isolated or infrastructure-free locations, enabling full visual oversight even in the most remote conditions.
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Operates in areas without WiFi, internet, or IT support
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Achieves 98%+ uptime across 48 U.S. states and 7 countries
Problem: It’s hard to prove ROI
Solution: Deliver measurable cost savings, faster decision-making, and lower risk
Many project teams and finance leaders struggle to justify the cost of monitoring tools that don’t clearly reduce overhead. With DataLens, savings are direct and measurable. Users cut hardware costs, reduce site travel, and accelerate issue detection, all while using a subscription pricing model that supports forecasting and scale. Calculate the right settings to optimize your results using our time lapse calculator tool.
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Cuts DSLR system costs by 70% by automating manual work
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Delivers ROI within 1–2 projects
Problem: Delays and rework
Solution: Maintain alignment with constant visuals and AI-powered alerts
Gaps in visibility lead to rework, trade conflicts, and schedule slips. DataLens keeps teams aligned by capturing and uploading images every 10 minutes. CloudX AI alerts users to missed milestones or anomalies so issues are caught early, before they become delays.
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Captures image updates every 10 minutes for near real-time visibility
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Uses AI alerts to flag missing work and prevent schedule misalignment
Summary
This isn’t a surveillance device or just another camera; it's a jobsite intelligence system that works across safety, scheduling, marketing, and management. It reduces risk, saves time, and delivers data without friction. It installs in 5 minutes. It’s under $1,000. And it’s trusted on projects in 48 states and 7 countries.
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One system for monitoring, safety, and reporting
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Integrated with CloudX for AI insights and instant documentation
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Deployed by GCs, safety leads, marketing teams, and CFOs alike
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How is this different from a traditional DSLR time-lapse setup?
A: DataLens is an all-in-one unit with built-in 4G LTE, 4K camera, power, and storage. No external modems, power sources, or manual uploads are needed. Setup takes less than 5 minutes.
Q: Can I use this system on a site without WiFi or power?
A: Yes. DataLens runs on solar or battery and uses built-in cellular for uploads. No site infrastructure is required.
Q: What happens if there’s a safety issue on-site?
A: CloudX AI reviews every image and flags anomalies. Safety managers can review auto-logged incidents with timestamps for documentation or corrective action.
Q: How often does it capture and upload images?
A: The camera captures images at set intervals and uploads to CloudX every 10 minutes. You always have access to the latest site visuals using a web browser.
Q: Can multiple people access the same project?
A: Yes. Teams can access projects through a shared CloudX dashboard with permission-based roles for PMs, safety, marketing, and finance.
Q: What’s the total cost to deploy?
A: Hardware cost starts at $999. Ongoing CloudX access is subscription-based, starting at $69/month with pricing based on selected features (e.g., time-lapse only vs. time-lapse + jobsite intelligence, cellular data included, etc).
Q: Can I export time-lapse videos or daily images?
A: Yes. Videos and images can be downloaded from CloudX at any time for use in reports, presentations, or marketing campaigns.
Q: How is this different from live streaming?
A: DataLens provides updated still images, not continuous video streaming. It’s designed for documentation, analysis, and progress tracking, not security surveillance.
Q: Who typically uses this system?
A: Project managers, safety leads, marketing teams, and finance executives use DataLens for monitoring, reporting, and content creation. It’s built for construction, not just photography.
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