Chosen Valley Testing, Inc. Transforms CMT Operations with eFieldData
February 06, 2026
Executive Summary
Chosen Valley Testing, Inc. (CVT), a multi-branch geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) firm in the Midwest, adopted eFieldData to modernize field reporting, improve field-to-lab coordination, and eliminate inefficiencies caused by paper-based workflows. After more than one year of continuous use, eFieldData has become a core operational system for CVT—delivering measurable ROI through faster reporting cycles, improved accountability, and real-time operational visibility.
Business Challenge
Prior to eFieldData, CVT relied on a legacy system built around handwritten field reports and manual re-entry by administrative staff. The firm later attempted to transition to a technically complex, DOT-centric platform.
However, it quickly became clear that the system was designed for complex infrastructure workflows rather than the fast-paced, technician-driven nature of materials testing. It lacked a mobile app, relied on a rigid tree-style interface, and required extensive training for basic tasks.
“It worked, but it wasn’t a good fit for us,” said Weston Nordhausen, St. Cloud Branch Manager. With slow adoption among field staff and no measurable productivity gains, the firm recognized that technology alone wasn’t enough—it needed a partner willing to listen, adapt, and support ongoing operational realities.
Solution
CVT implemented eFieldData across multiple branches in spring 2024. The mobile-first platform allowed technicians to capture field data, photos, and attachments directly from job sites using phones or tablets, eliminating paper forms and duplicate data entry.
Project managers gained real-time visibility into report status through standardized workflow stages, ensuring reports were completed, reviewed, and delivered accurately. Specification documents, plans, and reference files were uploaded directly to projects, giving technicians instant access to the information they needed in the field.
The onboarding process included live Zoom training sessions and ongoing ticket-based support. “Your team is wonderful at taking something unfamiliar and making it work in our system,” noted Weston. “You don’t just fix issues—you follow up to make sure they’re actually resolved.”
A key differentiator for CVT was eFieldData’s responsiveness and flexibility. For example, when the CVT team encountered real-world edge cases such as entering negative temperature values during extreme winter conditions, support requests were resolved within minutes without disrupting field operations.
Another key value driver was eFieldData’ s willingness to customize and refine reports as CVT’s needs evolved. eFieldData adapted to CVT’s internal workflows, ensuring reports aligned with how the firm operates.
Results
After more than a year of active use, eFieldData continues to deliver ongoing value across CVT’s organization:
- Faster report turnaround and reduced administrative rework
- Real-time tracking of field, lab, and reporting activities
- Improved accountability and reduced missed or unbilled work
- High technician adoption due to ease of use and mobile access
- Centralized project and proposal data for better forecasting and planning
“I really am liking eFieldData a lot,” said Weston Nordhausen. “I can give my guys access on a phone or tablet, make instant changes, and see everything right away.”
CVT also recognized value in centralizing proposal and prospect data within a single system. By keeping proposal values, project statuses, and exports in one place, leadership gained clearer insight into upcoming work, forecasting, and workload planning.
Beyond functionality, CVT highlighted the eFieldData team's accessibility as a major advantage. Feedback sessions, improvements, and issue resolutions occur quickly, allowing the software to continuously evolve alongside CVT’s operations.
Conclusion
Overall, eFieldData has become an integral part of CVT’s workflow, delivering immediate and ongoing value while maintaining a cost structure that remains competitive and practical for a growing CMT firm.
About Chosen Valley
Chosen Valley Testing, Inc. has been providing geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, drilling, and environmental services across Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin since 1995.
With six locations and a team with over 70 years of combined experience, they offer practical and reliable solutions for soil borings, foundation recommendations, pavement design, and both field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates. Known for their hands-on approach and early issue detection, Chosen Valley Testing is a trusted partner for quality and compliance throughout the construction process.
About eFieldData
eFieldData, developed by Vconnex Services, Inc., is a powerful, affordable, and easy-to-use cloud-based software platform built for geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing (CMT), and inspection firms. It streamlines the entire workflow from scheduling and field data collection to lab data management, reporting, and billing—all within a single system.
With mobile apps for iOS and Android, technicians can capture on-site data, while project managers can access real-time updates and reports. Trusted by CMT firms across the United States, eFieldData helps reduce errors, accelerate turnaround times, and improve productivity, making it a smart and modern solution for CMT operations.