Fulcrum Audio FastFill: A first-of-its-kind AI innovation

AI-powered solution requires no training, saves time, and boosts productivity for field teams

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fulcrum, the leader in field process and data collection platforms, announces the launch of Audio FastFill, the industry's first voice-powered, multi-field AI data collection tool. This groundbreaking innovation redefines field productivity by allowing users to dictate forms naturally, with the system understanding and accurately populating complex fields including buttons, picklists, and conditional elements.

Unlike traditional voice-to-text solutions, Audio FastFill integrates advanced AI with Fulcrum's proven platform to create a contextual scribe for field teams. This hands-free solution eliminates the inefficiencies of manual data entry and simplifies workflows, ensuring ease of use in demanding environments.

"Our mission has always been to put field teams first," said Jim Grady, CEO of Fulcrum. "Audio FastFill represents a transformative step in how organizations approach fieldwork, combining advanced AI with intuitive design to enhance productivity and accuracy. As the first deployment of large language models in our market, it sets the stage for even greater innovation to come."

Partner ESI: Real-world results from AI-driven efficiency

Early adopters of Audio FastFill, including Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. (Partner ESI), are already seeing notable improvements in field productivity and data quality. By enabling inspectors to dictate observations naturally, Audio FastFill eliminates the need for cumbersome typing and ensures data is organized accurately across multiple fields.

"Before Audio FastFill, inspectors avoided lengthy descriptions using short script, various acronyms, etc., because typing on mobile devices can sometimes be cumbersome," said Josh McCullough, Technology Product Manager at Partner ESI. "Now, the field teams can dictate more freely, providing richer, more actionable data inputs.  Additionally, unlike standard talk-to-text, Audio FastFill can dissect one continuous audio file to place all of that information into the right corresponding fields, and it even inputs to fields that aren't text like numbers or dropdown lists. This feature allows our teams to stay focused during onsite inspections – often describing what they see as they walk around – without having to pause and look down at their phone or tablet for data entry."

A new standard in field-first AI solutions

Audio FastFill leverages advanced large language models (LLMs) to enable immediate usability without setup or training. Its ability to handle cascading options, hidden fields, and conditional logic ensures accuracy and consistency in even the most complex workflows. The solution also complements Fulcrum's broader capabilities, such as geospatial data capture and automated reporting.

The tip of the AI iceberg

Fulcrum is poised to extend its leadership with additional AI innovations in development, including Photo FastFill and AI-driven agents for managing workflows dynamically. These advancements reflect Fulcrum's ongoing commitment to meeting the evolving needs of field teams.

About Fulcrum

Field teams often struggle with inefficient tools that cause more frustration than help, like bolt-ons to office systems or homegrown apps that quickly become outdated. That's why we created Fulcrum, a user-friendly, field-first platform that is built to drive adoption by both field and office teams, boosting productivity and delivering real-time data insights. Our platform integrates seamlessly with existing enterprise systems, includes advanced GIS and AI capabilities, and is trusted by close to 3,000 companies that leverage cutting-edge technology to stay ahead. With Fulcrum, you can boost productivity, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

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SOURCE Fulcrum