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.

Accounting 50

Accounting Contractors Work in Progress Banking 50

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. « Considering New Accounting Software? As I said, be sure to talk with your CPA or tax specialist so that you know what you qualify for before making any purchases—whether it’s construction accounting software or a back hoe, you’ll want to make sure you’re informed!

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 19, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Because more and more, information is moving from isolated “silos” and into shared environments where everyone has access to the information they need when they need it. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Conference 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. The end of December didn’t just bring about New Year’s resolutions – it brought the end of the yearly accounting cycle. Needless to say, most accounting departments are rather busy right now. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. STRATEGY |.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Rather than looking in the review mirror after a job is complete and realizing you’re over budget, make sure you have the ability to import estimates, manage change orders, report on committed costs, and allow your employees in the field remote access. Tags accounting.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Each of these team members has a vested interest in receiving information about the project and, in return, contributing their expertise to the project. Technology makes efficiently sharing and using this information possible. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 12, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. A Change (Order) for the Better? The best Support offers multiple means of communication, timely responses, and thorough information. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 19, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Why Construction-Specific Accounting Software Costs More than Generic Accounting Software » Look for the September How To Issue. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. Green Building.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. It was a great experience, and we had the opportunity to capture some informative video coverage. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. There are also local, regional and even national plan centers that have bidding project information that might help. A big part of the bid process is assembling the team you want, and getting them the information they need to prepare competitive bids. Tags accounting. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Bidding Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Despite the wonder and awe that spreadsheet users feel about their worksheet creations, these applications (gasp) might not be (horror) the best tool for up-to-date, accurate information, or flexible reporting capabilities. But should you rely on spreadsheets for accounting and jobs analysis?

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload » Silos: Great for Grain, Not so Great for Business. And for good reason, since the way accounting and business management use software is much different from the way construction operations and project management use it. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Iowa 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 7, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. In the last blog, I mentioned that I saw an informal LinkedIn poll that asked if people were going to move to the cloud in the next year, to which 70% said “Yes, we are.” Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. A general contractor once told me that his accounting staff used to input time cards into their accounting software and then input the same data again in their job costing spreadsheets. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Research to gather information. Our lead analyst organizes information into logical components and processes. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. As a business owner and accountant, I have an affinity for numbers and data. After figuring out what you’re solving for, you have to determine how get to the answer, that is, what information do you need? How do you go about gathering construction data and information?

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Bad or outdated information is probably one of the biggest reasons cash flow issues occur. There are subcontractors and vendors involved, which means that the slightest change in plans, specifications, or even schedule affects everyone and their cash flow. Tags accounting.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Information a Click Away. Simply put, all the information you need is one click away. Just as you can open web links in tabs, Spectrum v14 allows you to open multiple tabs or screens so all the information you need is in front of you. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Las Vegas 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. The problem with that is that sometimes critical information gets missed — especially when it comes to construction projects — and it can impact schedules and bottom lines. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. In my last two posts, I suggested that making project information universally accessible and providing controls over changing information were two of the big challenges we face in moving toward a collaborative work environment. OK, I have my marching orders – stay tuned!

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 21, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. That fancy new tablet to easily transfer data from field to office will do you no good if you don’t have a system to code and process the information. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Take information “offline” and manipulate it to serve a particular purpose. Manipulate information without altering it in my business software. I remember how thrilled we were to drop our project information in, ‘turn the crank,’ and have this information pop out.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 11, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. It made me pause to consider how social media–and the other new technologies that allow us to share information quickly like the smart phone–have forever changed the rules for society. To be sure, changes in technology are also shaping the way business is conducted.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. And because of the environment we work in, there are procedures to be followed, communication channels to be adhered to and process that has to happen to keep things legal and everyone properly informed. What happens if one sketch or specification change affects multiple issues?

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. « Why Construction-Specific Accounting Software Costs More than Generic Accounting Software. » Considering New Accounting Software? Kids are back at school, football has started up, and contractors all over the country are starting to consider new accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Venture connects project participants inside and outside your company with the latest project information. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. With this technology, management can access up-to-date business information anytime, anyplace and field staff can stay better connected to the office and to each other. The benefits of browser-based software help share this information by keeping everyone connected. Tags accounting.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |.

Construction 120

Construction BIM Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. And they have no problem providing the online retailer with their personal credit information to complete the transaction. People have no problem putting personal information in the cloud, but many do have a problem putting business information on the cloud. Tags accounting.

Construction 120

Construction Cash Flow Security Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. With web-based software, these mobile devices are capable of running complete versions of a company’s enterprise software, resulting in real-time information flowing freely from the field to the office and a true collaborative environment. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. After all, you’re talking about storage and access of vital and sensitive company information. I know this is a lot of information to consider, so if you have any questions, please leave a comment. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. At the time, we still couldn’t see plans or email pictures back and forth, but the fact that we could call in a change or talk to someone in the office took hours off of the work week. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Project Management 136

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 15, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. They are letting the new forms of information management follow the new ways individuals and teams are functioning in the construction industry. Is the way your software works keeping up with changes in the way you and your company works? Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Now, more machines have built-in intelligence that helps mitigate operator error, sophisticated electrical systems with smart sensors, and more and more products deliver information through a user-interface that would make Steve Jobs proud. The biggest change? STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. « The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). We’re all familiar with the actuary tables that are used to set the rates for car insurance and that take into account many factors contributing to risk such as age, location, type of vehicle, driving record, and more.

Risk 120

Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) » Lessons in Construction Leadership. so nice to get information like this… good work keep going. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 22, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. I thought I’d rely on my own team for help writing this blog, and thought they were going to tell me about Twitter etiquette or how to set up a Facebook account. Push marketing: Sending your contacts information and news that’s relevant to them. Tags accounting. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120