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Change Orders in Construction – 101 Guide
Lets Build
MAY 7, 2020
Change orders are common to construction projects. Whatever is the case, it is important to know how you can more effectively handle a change order as it can change your project both time and money. What is a change order in construction? What causes a change order.
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What Is a Change Order?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
What Is a Construction Change Order? According to some estimates, an average of 35% of projects experience at least one major change throughout the life of the project. As a contractor, change orders can leave you feeling like you’re trapped between a rock and a hard place. Key Takeaways.
How Much is Poor Construction Document Management Costing You?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.
4BT Job Order Contracting Solution Benefits
Job Order Contracting
JULY 11, 2023
Simplified JOC Program Management: Within the 4BT JOC Solution there is a single point of accountability and communication throughout the entire project. All required forms and approvals, with associated documentation are digital and the correct version.
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40+ Fresh Product Releases You Should Know in January
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 23, 2024
Admin Console | MFA Enforcement [Coming Soon] – Account administrators can enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all non-SSO individuals within and outside of their company when accessing new and existing projects within the account. When a role's name is updated, the new name is reflected across all projects in the account.
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Credible Construction Estimate Core Elements
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2023
GAO, 2009 The associated processes for developing a credible construction cost estimate are equally well documented. “Despite the fact that these basic characteristics have been published and known for decades, we find that many agencies still lack the ability to develop cost estimates that can satisfy them”. –
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Brinkman Construction Transforms Project and Cost Management with Autodesk and CMiC Integration
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DECEMBER 6, 2023
When it comes to construction projects, accounting and financial management are like the foundation of a building. Unfortunately, most ERP and accounting software aren't built for construction project managers. In order to create a seamless experience, we need a connection to our ERP.
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A Practical Guide to Construction Accounting Software
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 12, 2021
Construction accounting software is a must-have, but may seem daunting to implement new solutions if your accounting technology hasn’t kept up with the complexities of your growing business. That includes accounting. Sure, accounting may have a bit of a reputation for being mundane. Everything Is Moving All the Time.
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5 Types of Subcontractor Software Transforming the Trades
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JUNE 16, 2022
They must coordinate some of the most complex aspects of the built environment, with ever up-to-date documents, or face the consequences. Plus, the risk in construction is increasing. Every project has thousands of moving parts; from documents and processes to individual team members. 2: Change Management Software.
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3 Steps to Better Cost Control in Construction Projects
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 30, 2023
These issues can be mitigated with software that ensures everyone is on the same page, reducing the risk of errors or incomplete designs. For example, during construction, if the project experiences an unexpected change in its scope, it is much easier to plug those design changes into a dynamic digital model than to redraw them on paper.
30+ New Updates for Autodesk Build
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 22, 2022
Document Management Releases. User Group Changes . Account Level Cost Management Library Templates . Collaborative Potential Change Order Workflow* . Last year , we released the ability to share Sheets across accounts or between projects within the same accounts. Document Management Releases .
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Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 29, 2021
Adversarial, change-order-oriented environment is common between owner, A/E, and contractor. Change orders may be reduced versus DBB due to A/E-contractor collaboration and contractual relationship. Construction Manager at Risk. Contingency costs are generally higher due to high risk of construction manager.
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Improving Cost Management with Autodesk Build for SQUARE Engineering
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APRIL 13, 2023
SQUARE developed various milestones, deadlines, regular checkpoints, and documentation to ensure the project’s success. Step two for the team was to prepare a budget and to identify and account for all costs associated with the project. But, the team stumbled upon a major roadblock while utilising the cost management module.
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Construction Cost Management 101
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Tracking costs and monitoring risk while keeping a job on budget can be one of the biggest hurdles to any building project. This can affect everything from the bidding process to change order management, your team’s efficiency, and ultimately, your bottom line. Silos increase the risk of errors. Key Takeaways.
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New in Autodesk Build: Product Releases to Check Out in the New Year
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 24, 2023
By turning on new columns, users can now easily see the original SOV, change orders, and revised SOV to have a granular view of costs. Document templates are updated to pull this within generated documentation. With this activated, users can view and access information pertaining to the change order life cycle.
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8 Tips to Manage Cash Flow Like Your Construction Business Depends on It
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 19, 2022
If Project B can’t pay its vendors or crew on time, the whole project is at risk. A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.”. With overbilling, you run the risk of not realizing you overbilled.
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20+ Fresh Releases for Autodesk Construction Cloud
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 24, 2023
By turning on new columns, users can now easily see the original SOV, change orders, and revised SOV to have a granular view of costs. Document templates are updated to pull this within generated documentation. With this activated, users can view and access information pertaining to the change order life cycle.
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5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software
Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2021
For practices like estimates, time tracking, project management, change order management, accounting, and other key processes, mechanical contractor software has helped complete jobs more efficiently and effectively. 5) Material Planning & Document Management. 5) Material Planning & Document Management.
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Data Analytics Trends in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 23, 2018
Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety.
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What Causes Construction Project Delays?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 23, 2019
Technology is helping to change that dynamic , while also streamlining the HR and labor management workflows across construction organizations. Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners. Correctly allocating a work crew can make or break a construction timeline. Lack of Effective Communication.
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7 Steps to Successful Project Closeout
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 18, 2021
The right tools and documents make it easier to complete project closeout and keep customers satisfied. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. Equipment tracking software may be needed to account for all moveable equipment.
Keep Construction Office & Operations Teams Happy with These ERP & Financial Integrations
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 5, 2023
Historically, accounting and IT departments have managed enterprise resource planning (ERP) environments and forced project management teams to make these solutions work for operations. ERPs can be configured to meet the needs of accounting teams, and their on-prem deployment allowed IT to control accessibility.
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Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 20, 2021
The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. Inaccurate granular costs for material unit costs, labor rates, major equipment costs, construction equipment will lead to gross errors in project costs and lead to unreliable schedules & increase overall risk of cost and schedule over runs.
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3 Decisions that Keep Construction Owners Up at Night
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2024
With design and construction accounting for just 10-20% of a building's total lifecycle cost, the key to unlocking higher profits lies in optimizing the performance of your capital assets. Leveraging a structured quality management program helps remove risks from construction processes that may rear their head during operations.
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Leading Construction Teams are Increasingly Adopting Autodesk Build
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 27, 2021
Industry leaders such as APTIM, Barton Malow and Boldt are turning to Autodesk Construction Cloud’s project management and field execution solution to reduce risk, drive efficiencies and boost margins. With Autodesk Build, we can remove information silos and drive accountability across project teams.”. San Francisco, Calif.,
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
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APRIL 5, 2012
ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. First, they understand risk.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
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OCTOBER 14, 2011
ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
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DECEMBER 6, 2011
ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. In running a business, there must always be a certain amount of risk that you’re willing to take. Risk is healthy; it keeps things fresh and gives you the opportunity to evolve. I took a risk in 2005 and dressed up as Superman for a marketing campaign. Tags accounting.
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10 Ways Technology Is Closing the Productivity Gap
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 14, 2018
Lagging productivity hurts contractors in many ways, including lost jobs, low profits, and unnecessary headaches like change orders and rework. These apps also enable those in the field to quickly access information from the office or project management team in order to gain valuable insight into the work they need to do.
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45+ of the Latest and Greatest Updates for Autodesk Construction Cloud
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 22, 2022
Bridge in Autodesk Construction Cloud allows teams to share data across accounts, like a general contractor to a subcontractor, in order to improve cross team collaboration, reduce rework, and improve control and ownership of project information. Cost Management | Account Level Cost Management Library Templates – coming soon .
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Ultimate Guide to Construction Submittals [Template]
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 20, 2022
Construction submittals are documents provided by a contractor to an architect for an approval of use. Without it, the thousands of documents involved and the many layers that comprise a construction project can quickly become overwhelming and disjointed. What is a submittal? before they are fabricated and delivered to the project.”.
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Damage Control: 5 Ways to Manage Construction Mistakes
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
2: Thoroughly Document Mistakes. If the mistake was with ordering materials, you could find another supplier who offers better quality products and have the materials shipped out immediately to prevent further downtime issues. If possible, make sure to document the mistake visually with photos.
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Autodesk Build Gets 20+ Product Updates, Features, and Enhancements
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Document Management Releases . Templates | Adding Form templates from Account Library. Updates to Document Management and Assets Power BI templates *. Limit project and template creation to Account Admins . Document Management Releases. Document Management | Custom Attributes Enhancements * . Schedule Tool.
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Construction Project Management & accounting software plays a
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FEBRUARY 21, 2012
Construction Project Management & accounting software plays a vital role for construction companies. The software is compatible with Microsoft Project and can monitor issues, risks, action items, glossary, benefits, scope changes, budget and expenditure, benefits, roles and responsibilities, phases, and even diary notes into one database.
6 Common Causes of Cost Overruns in Construction Projects
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DECEMBER 3, 2021
A solid planning phase before groundbreaking ensures that you will have a better process of documentation, less confusion between administrators, and a solid project schedule, all helping to reduce future expenses. Project management is much better served with software that can incorporate real time changes into account.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
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JANUARY 12, 2012
ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Document Management. With the current levels of detail required by industry standards, code compliance and also by the different disciplines, the number of documents required for a project is huge. Use a system to manage the documents you and your subs use to prepare bids.
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New in Autodesk Construction Cloud: 40+ Product Releases You Should Know in May
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 22, 2023
Members can now easily distinguish the number of pages within a multi-page PDF document and navigate between the pages by using the previous/next arrows or keyboard shortcuts. Files | Multi-page PDF Navigation Improvements – Now viewing multi-page PDF files on web is easier!
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40+ New Product Updates for Autodesk Construction Cloud
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 20, 2021
Data Connector | Reviews Data & Document Management Power BI Template* . Both BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud platform users can now extract document review data using Data Connector. This release adds to the document management related data extractions, including previously released sheets and transmittal data.
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How Project Managers Can Prepare for the Future of Construction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 10, 2022
At the job’s core, a project manager is responsible for managing changes on a project level. Change orders are the most time consuming and tangible factors that can affect a job and the whole outcome of a project. But it’s not just change orders. Embracing the New Era of Construction Project Management.
Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. Best practices for handling change orders. A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.”
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Invoice With Your Smartphone And QuickBooks Or Xero Accounting Online
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 6, 2014
In The Past You Had To make notes, collect customer information, go to your office, open QuickBooks or whatever construction accounting software you are using, wait for everything to load up and then try to find the paperwork, open the invoice screen and fill it out and if you were lucky you could email it from QuickBooks to your customer.
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Autodesk Build Gets 20+ Product Updates, Features, & Enhancements
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 20, 2021
Document Management Releases . Document Management | Custom Attributes in Project Templates. Project Lifecycle | Sheet Sharing Across Accounts. Data Connector | Reviews Data & Document Management Power BI Template. Document Management Releases . Document Management | Custom Attributes in Project Templates .
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Construction Budgeting 101
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
You’re less likely to run into miscommunication, which helps to avoid issues such as misaligned expectations and change orders. By managing your budget during preconstruction, you’re able to consider the entire building process before breaking ground, ultimately helping you mitigate risks and cost overruns. Change order errors.
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