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Riskcast

Riskcast

The Riskcast connector allows you to seamlessly pull data from your Riskcast account into Datagrid. This integration enables you to leverage Datagrid's powerful data analysis and visualization tools with your Riskcast data, providing enhanced insights and reporting capabilities for construction field management.

1. How-to

1. Prerequisites

To configure the Riskcast connector, follow these steps:

  • An active Riskcast account with the necessary permissions to access the projects and data you want to import into Datagrid.
  • A Riskcast API key. You can generate this from your Riskcast account settings.
  • Select the data you want to import into Datagrid.

2. Connect

Creating a dataset from the Riskcast connector involves selecting the specific data you want to import via Riskcast:

  1. Connect Riskcast App: a. Click on the "+ Create” Button on the top left of the screen. b. Select the "Connect Apps" item. c. Search for the Riskcast connector from the list. d. Log in with your Riskcast account. Riskcast may prompt you to authorize Datagrid's access to your Riskcast data. Grant the necessary permissions to proceed. e. Click on the “Next” button.
  2. Pick your Data: a. Pick the Riskcast data you want to include in your dataset (e.g., Projects, Observations, Incidents). b. Click the “Start First Import” Button to start syncing your Riskcast dataset.

3. Set Up a Schedule

Scheduling regular data pulls ensures your Datagrid datasets remain up-to-date with the latest information from Riskcast:

  1. Navigate to Riskcast Dataset: a. Go to the left side panel and locate and click on the Riskcast dataset you created.
  2. Schedule Settings: a. Click on the “...” on the top right of the dataset. b. Click on “Edit Pipeline” to edit your connector's name. c. Click the “Schedule” button on the right, beside the “Import Configuration” button.
  3. Configure Schedule: a. Set the desired frequency for data pulls (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly). b. Specify the time of day for the data pull to occur. c. Specify downtime if needed – when the sync should not happen. d. Click the “Update” button to update the new configuration.

2. Data Access

  • Projects
  • Observations
  • Incidents
  • Inspections
  • Meetings
  • Documents
  • Users
  • Equipment
  • Forms

3. Use Cases

  • Safety Management: Use Datagrid to analyze Riskcast's safety observation data to identify trends, track leading indicators, and improve safety performance on construction sites.
  • Incident Analysis: Integrate Riskcast's incident data with other project data in Datagrid to investigate root causes, identify contributing factors, and implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
  • Project Monitoring: Combine Riskcast's project data with schedule and cost data in Datagrid to monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and proactively address issues before they impact project outcomes.
  • Compliance Reporting: Use Datagrid to generate compliance reports based on Riskcast's data to demonstrate adherence to safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Risk Assessment: Integrate Riskcast's risk assessment data with other project data in Datagrid to identify and prioritize risks, develop mitigation plans, and track risk mitigation efforts.

4. FAQ

Q: What types of data can I import from Riskcast into Datagrid?

  • A: You can import a wide range of data, including projects, observations, incidents, inspections, meetings, documents, users, equipment, and forms.

Q: How often can I schedule data pulls from Riskcast?

  • A: You can schedule data pulls daily, weekly, or monthly, depending on your needs.

Q: What permissions are required to connect Riskcast to Datagrid?

  • A: You need an active Riskcast account with the necessary permissions to access the projects and data you want to import into Datagrid. Ensure you have the correct API key.

5. Support & Additional Resources