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Trunk Tools Announces Launch of TrunkDetect

We are proud to introduce TrunkDetect, an innovative solution designed to automatically detect discrepancies across construction documentation—starting with spec and submittal reviews. TrunkDetect gives teams power to reduce schedule delays and cuts down administrative burdens, enhancing project efficiency from day one. TrunkDetect is the latest addition to our growing suite of tools, following the successful launches of TrunkText and TrunkSchedule, each crafted to optimize productivity and accuracy in construction workflows.

Construction teams routinely face the challenge of manually reviewing and cross-checking scattered documents, often resulting in overlooked discrepancies, costly rework, and schedule delays. For example, discrepancies between submittals and project specifications frequently trigger tedious back-and-forth revisions, impacting schedules and losing valuable time.

On a $100 million project, teams can manage over 3,000 submittals, 1,000 RFIs, and 250 specifications — and time spent on submittal reviews alone can cost a GC nearly half a million dollars. TrunkDetect catches discrepancies early, saving time, protecting schedules, and reducing costs at a scale that simply wasn't possible before. This is just the beginning — the future belongs to builders who use AI to move faster and build smarter.
Dr. Sarah Buchner
CEO & Founder
Trunk Tools

Built for Teams That Can’t Afford to Miss

TrunkDetect tackles these challenges head-on. It intelligently flags discrepancies between submittals and project specifications, ensuring accuracy and completeness before issues escalate. By seamlessly integrating into existing workflows, TrunkDetect empowers teams with clear, actionable insights, guiding them efficiently through each submittal review process.

Key benefits of TrunkDetect include:

  • Fast compliance checks of submittals against specifications
  • Thorough identification of missing information, deviations, and noncompliant materials
  • Accelerate RFIs and review cycles
  • Generation of clear, structured product requirement lists for subcontractors
  • Seamless integration with existing construction management systems
TrunkDetect tackles one of the biggest pain points in preconstruction—chasing down discrepancies buried across construction documents. The idea that we can catch those issues upfront, before they turn into RFIs or delays, is a game-changer. Where preconstruction services are often undervalued, tools like this help us work more efficiently, reduce risk, and deliver measurable impact early in the project.
Rawle Sawh
Director of Operations Technology
Gilbane Building Company
So many of our delays in the field start with missing or conflicting info in the documentation. I see TrunkDetect as a way to catch those problems before they ever reach the jobsite. If it can help us avoid that scramble and keep the project moving, it’ll be a huge win for our field teams.
Andy Roy
Senior Superintendent
Gilbane Building Company

Addressing Real-World Challenges Faced by Project Teams

Construction leaders from top firms can experience transformative improvements using TrunkDetect.

  • Project Engineers and Submittal Coordinators find relief from tedious manual reviews.
  • Project Managers benefit from improved submittal quality and accelerated approvals.
  • Operations Managers appreciate the consistent and standardized review process provided by TrunkDetect across diverse projects.
  • Project Directors and Hiring Managers value how TrunkDetect simplifies training new hires, enabling them to rapidly become productive despite staffing challenges.

Submittal Review, Reinvented

TrunkDetect leverages the latest in intelligent automation to deliver unparalleled clarity, consistency, and speed, heralding a new era of building efficiency. At Trunk Tools, our mission remains clear: #LetBuildersBuild by providing them with the tools they need to automate construction, the most consumed product in the world.

With this TrunkDetect release, we’re turning cumbersome submittal reviews into a seamless, intuitive experience. Project teams get clear, actionable compliance insights, and the system conducts the analysis without any clicks. No digging, no disruption—just faster decisions and fewer surprises.
Chris Boyd
Chief Product Officer
Trunk Tools

To experience the transformative power of TrunkDetect for yourself, schedule a demo today.