Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

The famous Aristotle quote that goes, “Well begun is half done,” rings very true in the construction industry. That’s why investing in a fully integrated construction ecosystem enables you to streamline preconstruction tasks and set your team up for success is crucial.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 24, 2023

While incredibly rewarding, the construction industry is a challenging sector to work in for cost-focused business and project executives. Bank failures, rising interest rates, high material prices, and labor crunches are all making it more challenging for construction companies to protect, let alone, improve their margins.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

A recent survey by Dodge Data & Analytics found that a significant majority of contractors (93%) indicated that their projects had been affected by rising construction costs due to supply chain issues. . To help you do that, this post covers the essentials of managing the supply chain in construction. Let’s dive in! .

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Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2022

Even as prices inch toward new highs and bidding wars screech to a halt in some overheated markets across the country, other locations are still seeing strong sales and flourishing new construction activity. According to CNBC, Utah is home to the nation’s most stable housing market with the fastest pace of new construction and 27.1%

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

This month, we have 20+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, ProEst, and BIM 360. This keeps the office team aware of project progress and empowers field teams with productivity forecast to adjust or make improvements.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Construction projects benefit from maximizing efficiency. To generate profits in an industry known for razor-thin margins, firms need to maintain control over cost and schedule at every phase of construction. This is why so many firms end up saying, “We need the best all-in-one construction software.”

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 9, 2019

In specialized construction segments, market and product knowledge will always be important. Understanding of planning, forecasting, budgeting and market research are required skills for the certain levels of marketing management. On the construction service side, proposal writing and bid management take priority in marketing.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Construction innovations are progressing rapidly, and the industry now has a tremendous amount of resources to advance construction technology. Construction tech funding hit a record high of $2.1 There’s never been a more exciting time to be a part of the construction industry.

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Levelset

JULY 25, 2022

Construction companies need capital to get off the ground, stay in business, and keep growing. Several different types of capital — working capital , debt capital , and equity capital — are common in the construction industry. Construction companies need a solid understanding of capital to run a successful business. .

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 31, 2012

Freelance Writer For Construction Management Degree. Top 4 Construction Project Bidding Sites. Although the construction industry is experiencing a mild recovery across the country, winning good bids is still no easy task for contractors. Today's Article Is From Kristie Lewis.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2022

Equip Your 2022 Projects With the Right Construction Data and Stats for Success. Construction industry statistics and data are playing an increasingly important role in the building sector. Undoubtedly, the construction industry is very complex. Global Construction Demands Are Growing . Construction Costs Are Rising.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

One of the largest producers of mining and construction equipment, Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar forecasts the growth of world economic by 3% in 2014, which is about 2% up from last year. It expects sales in its power systems and construction industries units to rise by 5%.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

Let’s face it – construction executives are feeling the pressure to do more with less. And to top it off, construction workers are in high demand, but short supply. How Are Construction Firms Protecting Margins In 2023? “The As we know, construction is very cyclical. Inflation and interest rates are up – and staying up.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2017

LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. The primary focus here is upon detailed line item construction cost estimates as they should be considered mandatory before any final construction project is approved and begun.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 7, 2022

There are many advantages to being a small construction firm. Like most SMBs, small-scale construction companies run on fewer resources. Their teams and budgets are leaner, so every investment must be carefully considered—particularly when it comes to tools like construction management software. . Let’s get started. .

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

The most common contractor errors and how to avoid them to keep your construction projects safe, productive and profitable. When accidents happen at construction sites , the harm can come to more than just property. Construction is never without risk, but working smarter means working safer. Neglecting Safety Measures.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Your construction budget is one of the most important things to get right in any project. Poor budgeting leads to inaccurate estimates and error-prone forecasts, which can result in unfavorable project outcomes. Ultimately, an inadequate construction budget leads to cost overruns, wasted time, and lower profit margins.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2017

Web-based software has changed the face of the construction industry. Large or small, construction jobs can be made easier with the right support system, especially when it comes to management software. Web-based construction apps enable data sharing and simplified workflows, keeping everyone on the same page at all times.

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Software Software Construction Project Management 130

Chianelli Estimating

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Construction project cost estimation is a complex endeavor that can change on a dime (or a dollar) depending on the size and anticipated scope of the project. Successfully completing construction projects under budget requires a commitment to accuracy and transparency. Design Estimates. Preliminary Estimate. Parametric Estimate.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Being successful in construction isn’t just about a finished project. Five essential construction KPIs to focus on improving are winning more business, minimizing costs, maximizing quality, optimizing project schedules, as well as promoting health, safety, and sustainability. Essential Construction KPIs. Download it for free. .

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Construction Schedule Autodesk Safety 52

Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2021

Using the PlanGrid mobile app enables you to publish amended versions of construction drawings to a cloud server and share them. The free version is equipped with a fully functional construction calculator, reference materials (including illustrations) to optimize the app, and nine add-on calculations with access to hundreds more. . . .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Your ultimate guide to construction cost management, and how to improve it. This can affect everything from the bidding process to change order management, your team’s efficiency, and ultimately, your bottom line. In 2015, KPMG estimated only 31% of construction projects came within 10% of their budgets.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 19, 2022

Cash flow can make or break any business, especially in the construction industry. To successfully grow, construction firms need to effectively manage cash flow to procure materials, pay vendors and salaries, fund new projects, and finance other day-to-day business operations. Cost and time in construction are closely related.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

How much longer will first-time home shoppers lose their bids to investors and wealthy whom offer more than the listing price and pay in cash? How much longer will first-time home shoppers lose their bids to investors and wealthy who offer more than the listing price and pay in cash? Mon, 09/20/2021 - 11:14. Economics.

Housing 98

Housing Inventory Bidding Forecasting 98

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 30, 2021

What Are Construction Cost Estimates? The construction cost estimate is defined as the predicted cost required to complete the construction of any particular project, which is prepared before the construction works are taken up. To sanction the amount of money required for the completion of the construction project.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Featuring input from Ken Simonson , the Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) , and Sue Bhattacharjee , the Director of Preconstruction at Herrero Builders , this webinar offers a snapshot of current construction problems, solutions, and trends. Want to catch the entire webinar?

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Contractors AGC Bidding Budgeting 97

Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

Rework is a word no one wants to hear on a construction project. According to research published by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) in 2011, rework costs can range from 2 to 20 percent of a typical project’s contract value. They may occur due to scope changes or new information obtained after construction has started.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

Kier has whittled down its average month-end net debt to £230m after a better than expected cash performance at its construction division. In a year-end trading statement, Kier said it had also managed to keep the order book above £10bn, with 85% of next year’s forecast revenue already secured. ”

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

What exactly determines the success of each construction project? At the end of the day, all construction firms want to stay in business, and preferably thriving over just surviving. The MacLeamy curve in Image 2 highlights that the further along a construction project is, the more difficult and costly changes become.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 14, 2022

This past year has been an interesting one for the construction folks, to say the least. In 2022, we kicked off strong with four consecutive months of increased construction spending. However, supply chain bottlenecks, inflation, and labor shortages all remained significant challenges for the construction industry.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

This month, we’re thrilled to showcase nearly 50 new releases for Autodesk Construction Cloud products. Autodesk Construction Cloud Unified Platform . Autodesk Construction Cloud Unified Platform . features on both Autodesk Construction Cloud unified platform and BIM 360 . Jump to releases by product: . Assemble .

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 5, 2019

Construction estimator is mainly liable for completing any building construction projects successfully. The construction estimator has to create accurate estimation and it depends on various requirements. Good Construction Estimator should possess the following qualities :- 1. Arrange suitable and consistent forecasts.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 8, 2021

In 2020, the value of commercial construction amounted to approximately $5.8 Given the continually changing nature of construction projects, accurately managing and executing construction costs is critical to the project’s financial outcome. This is where construction cost codes come into play. trillion globally.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 2, 2013

Viewpoint Construction Software ® and Australia - based Benchmark Estimating , a key developer of world class estimating software, just declared an alliance that will be useful for customer communities to avail the opportunity of superior technological solutions covering a wide array of the construction lifecycle roadmap.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 31, 2022

Anonymous Vote Sign in with WordPress Sign in with Facebook Sign in with Google What construction trends are you the most excited about? We asked recognized leaders, technologists, and industry strategists from across the globe to share their top trends and predictions for future-proofing a construction business in 2022 and beyond.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

It’s all about workflow–and if you’re not thinking about maximizing construction workflows, you’re missing out on key efficiencies. So, what separates a good construction workflow from a poor one? Interested in learning how to better benchmark your construction workflow? What Is a Construction Workflow?

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Construction Management BIM Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2017

Detailed Line Item Unit Cost Construction Estimating, & Unit Price Books, UPB (Unit Price Guides-UPG). A detailed unit cost line item construction cost estimate involves a review and understanding of the scope of work of the associated project including all possible factors and risks. Estimate preparation.

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