The well connected project manager (technically speaking)

As an owner's/tenant rep, I am regularly in the field and rarely at my desk. Juggling the demands of managing construction sites, meeting new clients, writing proposals, interviewing contractors and vendors, project planning and networking with my colleagues is just the morning routine. How do I balance managing projects at multiple locations while maintaining the ability to be productive while mobile? Here are several of my favorite applications to stay synchronized and productive. These are not substitutes for a desktop or laptop, but they are useful tools that allow me to stay organized and connected while away from the computer. TimeClock - TimeTracker by Spotlight Six Software ($)- Android Only TimeClock makes it easy for consultants to track billable hours as you are working, and then transfer the data into a spreadsheet to create your invoices. It's perfect for anyone who bills clients by the hour. SplashID by SplashData ($)Android, iPhone, BlackBerry, Palm Pre, Windows Mobile This is an encrypted password management software for the mobile device and desktop. It has unlimited number of customizable record types and categories for storing all kinds of passwords and personal information. This application syncs the application bi-directionally over your WiFi network only, but you will need to have the desktop software installed. You can back up the database onto your computer or flash drive. OneTouch Train by Kaye Media Partners ($) - Android, iPhone For Long Island Railroad and Metro North Commuters. Running late? Change in schedule? Need to know what your next train is? If you take the commuter railroad, then you know every second counts when you have to catch your train. Set up your trips in less than a minute. The next time you use it, it will automatically find your location and show you the next five available trains. Going someplace new? Easily search all schedules on railroad lines and get directions to the nearest train station. Want to take a nap? Audio announcements will tell you when to get off the train. MilesTrac by Humanoid Apps (Free and $) - Android Only MilesTrac is a quick and easy mileage log tracking tool for taxes or business reimbursement. The software makes it easy to enter odometer readings and destination notes for a Mileage Log. View a list of trips and edit or delete any trip to add notes or make corrections. Send a spreadsheet report via E-Mail. Exit Strategy NYC by JWeg Ventures ($) - Android, iPhone, Blackberry Exit Strategy NYC is for the NYC subway system. It shows you where to stand on the platform, where you can board the train at the right position to arrive directly in front of the exit at your destination station. You'll beat the crowds and avoid walking several city blocks underground. The program is fully featured for the iPhone and slimmed down for the Android. Join the discussion and let me know your favorite apps by going to www.OwnersRepNY.com Richard Neuman is an owners rep with Relocation Management Solutions, Inc., Albertson, N.Y.