Sweeping Machine controlling weed in public space

Weed control in Public Spaces

Weed control plays a key role in keeping public spaces clean, safe, and liveable. Uncontrolled growth affects the appearance of streets and squares, creates safety risks on pavements and cycle paths, and increases wear on hard surfaces. In practice, weed control teams have to deal with changing growth patterns, weather conditions, accessibility issues, and fragmented or outdated data. Jewel helps teams stay in control by providing one platform for planning, execution, and reporting, with real-time insight that supports both field crews and coordinators.

Challenges in Weed Control

Even with experienced teams, various issues can arise during weed control operations. Common problems include:

faviconLack of overview of where and when work has been carried out
 
faviconInsufficient insight into growth rates or priorities
 
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faviconManual administration or paper forms
 
faviconLimited ability to adjust plans quickly when conditions change
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Field teams manually controlling weeds

Digitize Weed Control with Jewel

Jewel supports weed control teams by digitising the entire workflow, from planning to execution. Work orders are sent digitally to tablets or smartphones, ensuring field teams always have clear and up-to-date instructions. Locations and routes are displayed on an interactive digital map, making it immediately visible where work needs to be carried out and which areas fall under which responsibility.

During execution, work is logged automatically using location data, timestamps, and optional photos. This removes the need for manual administration and creates reliable, transparent reporting. Field teams can also update task status and report specific situations directly from the field, keeping information accurate and current.

All updates are instantly visible to planners and work preparers, providing real-time insight into progress and priorities. Because Jewel is quick to implement and easy to use, teams can start working with the system within days, including temporary staff or crews with varying digital experience, while maintaining full control over weed control operations.

Mechanical and Sustainable Weed Control

Many municipalities are switching to mechanical weed control as a sustainable alternative to chemical methods. This approach avoids the use of herbicides and aligns with stricter environmental regulations and public expectations around responsible public space management. At the same time, mechanical weed control requires more frequent interventions and careful coordination to remain efficient.

Jewel helps organise mechanical weed control by providing structure and insight across planning, execution, and reporting. Teams and equipment are deployed based on data rather than assumptions, ensuring the right resources are used in the right locations at the right time. Clear, optimised routes reduce unnecessary driving, leading to lower fuel consumption and less waste.

With real-time insight into progress and field conditions, work can be executed faster and adjusted immediately, supporting efficient and sustainable weed control in public spaces.

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Benefits for Field Crews

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faviconClear overview of locations and progress
 
faviconEasy feedback via the app (photos or reports)
 
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Weed control field crew member looking at Jewel Software tablet

Benefits for Planners and Projectleaders

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faviconReal-time insight into operations
 
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faviconEasy adjustment of planning when conditions change
 
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Efficient Weed Control in Public Spaces

Jewel supports professional and structured weed management as an integral part of broader public space maintenance. By combining weed control with other maintenance activities such as mowing, sweeping, and watering in one platform, municipalities and contractors gain a complete overview of their outdoor operations.

Tasks are planned in context, allowing teams to align weed control with related activities and avoid unnecessary overlap or missed areas. Shared maps, routes, and real-time progress insight make it easier to coordinate work across different disciplines. This creates synergy between teams, improves efficiency in the field, and ensures that public space maintenance is carried out consistently, predictably, and with clear accountability.

Diagram Efficient Weed Control with Jewel Software

Why choose for Jewel Software?

Making life as easy as possible for field teams and the people behind the scenes — that is our goal. What does that look like for your organization?

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