Field Nation
Field service management software
Freelancer management systems
Asset inspection software
Equipment maintenance software
Maintenance management software
Work order software
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- Ease of management
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- Market presence
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What is Field Nation
Field Nation is a work marketplace and freelancer management platform used to source, dispatch, and manage independent field technicians for on-site service work. It supports use cases such as IT/network installs, break-fix, and other distributed field services where organizations rely on third-party providers. The platform focuses on work order distribution, technician vetting and selection, scheduling/communications, and payment processing. It is typically used by service organizations that need flexible field capacity rather than a full end-to-end enterprise field service suite.
Large on-demand technician network
Field Nation is built around a marketplace model that connects companies with independent field service providers. This can reduce the time required to find coverage in new geographies or for variable demand. The platform’s provider profiles and work history help buyers compare and select technicians for specific job requirements.
Work order dispatch and tracking
The product supports creating and posting work orders, assigning providers, and tracking job status through completion. It centralizes job documentation and communications between the hiring organization and the technician. This is useful for coordinating many small, geographically distributed service tasks without building a dedicated internal dispatch operation.
Integrated payments and compliance workflows
Field Nation includes payment processing tied to work completion, which streamlines contractor invoicing and reduces manual reconciliation. It also provides workflow elements commonly needed for contractor engagements (for example, acceptance, confirmations, and required documentation). These capabilities are particularly relevant for organizations managing many independent providers across multiple clients or sites.
Not a full FSM suite
Field Nation is primarily designed for managing third-party field work rather than comprehensive field service management for employed technicians. Organizations needing advanced scheduling optimization, complex service contracts, or deep customer service workflows may require additional systems. It is often used alongside broader ERP/CRM or dedicated FSM tools rather than replacing them.
Limited CMMS/EAM depth
While it can support field tasks that involve equipment service, it is not purpose-built for asset-centric maintenance programs. Capabilities such as preventive maintenance planning, asset hierarchies, parts inventory, and reliability analytics are typically stronger in dedicated maintenance management systems. Companies with heavy equipment maintenance requirements may need a separate CMMS/EAM.
Marketplace dependency and variability
Service delivery depends on availability and performance of independent providers, which can vary by region and skill set. Some organizations may need additional governance to enforce standardized processes, training, and quality controls across contractors. Costs and fulfillment speed can also fluctuate based on local supply and job complexity.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plus | Not publicly disclosed — contact Field Nation sales | Entry-level subscription for businesses: technician & work management (Flightboard, in-app communication), advanced technician profile, provider assessments, basic auto-dispatch, connectors and core talent sourcing features.. |
| Premier | Not publicly disclosed — contact Field Nation sales | Mid-tier: everything in Plus plus processing-fee savings at incremental spend milestones, expanded talent/work/risk management, MarketSmart™ Insights (real-time marketplace pricing & coverage), additional insurance options, advanced connectors and automation. |
| Enterprise | Not publicly disclosed — contact Field Nation sales | Enterprise: everything in Premier plus tailored consulting, long-term advisory, dedicated support team, added insurance/controls/screenings/compliance reporting; custom contract and pricing. |
Usage-based pricing (technicians / providers - marketplace fees):
- Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go marketplace fees and optional insurance add-ons.
- Technician marketplace fee: Field Nation Charge — up to 10% of the total work order value (deducted from provider payout). (Official: Field Nation resources/legal pages).
- General liability insurance (if provider uses Field Nation coverage): additional 1.5% fee on work order value when provider does not supply their own COI. (Official: Field Nation pricing & insurance page).
- Occupational Accident Insurance (OAI): providers can purchase OAI monthly for a 1% fee; some work orders require OAI and impose a 0.5% fee on the total value of that work order regardless of purchase. (Official: Field Nation pricing & insurance page).
- Payment processing: technicians receive direct deposit or PayPal; payment schedule and terms listed on Field Nation (no separate subscription/payment processing fee beyond the marketplace/insurance fees described).
Notes: Field Nation’s buyer-facing subscription prices (Plus/Premier/Enterprise) are not published on the public site — the site instructs prospective customers to contact sales for pricing and quotes. Technician/provider fees are published as percentage-based marketplace/insurance fees on Field Nation’s official pages.
Seller details
Field Nation, LLC
Minneapolis, Minnesota, US
2008
Private
https://fieldnation.com/
https://x.com/fieldnation
https://www.linkedin.com/company/field-nation/
