The useful starting point is to make the required outcome visible, assign the right checks to the right stage of the work, and record anything that needs a decision rather than relying on an informal handover.
What to focus on
- Photograph the key guest-facing rooms wide enough to show the finished presentation.
- Use close-ups only for issues, damage, difficult cleaning points or items requiring approval.
- Agree a consistent order and naming convention so photographs can be reviewed quickly.
Put the process into practice
Start with the actual property, site or job you are managing. Confirm the scope, access, person responsible for decisions and any evidence that needs to be captured. The aim is not to create paperwork for its own sake; it is to make the next step clear for the person doing the work and the person reviewing it.
Where the work involves a client site, guest property or handover deadline, keep changes and exceptions visible. A small, well-run record is usually more useful than a lengthy document nobody returns to.
COMMON QUESTION
Do photos replace inspection?
No. They support a remote review. A property-specific checklist still sets the expected standard.