Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

One of my favorite books is Good to Great by Jim Collins. For instance, Foundation Software’s vision is this: “To provide the best in accounting software and service for the labor intensive contractor.” Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 4, 2013

There are a number of people who pass out advice on how to start a profitable construction company; however, very few have actually done it and fewer still had a clear understanding of where they were making or losing money and fewer yet have ever gotten past the point of owning a J.O.B. Education is the foundation for shifting paradigm.

Profitability 48

Profitability Construction Accounting Cash Flow 48

Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2020

For years, we as builders have been trained by industry consultants to think like manufacturers, create a process, and stick to it if we want to be profitable. Variances: Errors & omissions via hand-offs + incorrect plans/details + managing multiple documents. These mistakes, aka errors & omissions, show up on our books as variances.

Documentation 59

Documentation Software Software Profitability 59

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Last week, I talked about Jim Collins’ book Good to Great , and the common characteristics of great companies. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. document management. foundation. foundation software. Management. government.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2011

One of my very favorite books is Alan Cooper’s The Inmates Are Running The Asylum , which takes an in-depth look into software application design. When designing FOUNDATION® for Windows® 3.0 in the mid-1990’s, Foundation Software was faced with a major decision—should we completely redesign and rewrite our DOS product?

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

According to a report from the Pew Internet and American Life Project , “nearly 90% of Americans now own a cell phone, computer, MP3 player, game console, e-book reader or tablet computer” in 2011. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. foundation.

Mobility 120

Mobility Cash Flow Construction Software 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Linked-Tweet-Book-In-Face » Construction Biz Group a Success. Most of all, I learned that workforce management and structuring your company appropriately is one of the biggest challenges contractors face. What I heard is that finding the right person for an estimator and a project manager is crucial to success.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 6, 2011

I just finished reading Steven Rattner’s book, Overhaul – An insider’s account of the emergency rescue of the automakers. I learned something from reading this book. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

The Right Tool for the Job » Linked-Tweet-Book-In-Face. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. document management. foundation. foundation software. Management. project collaboration. project management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

“Moneyball is a film based on the true story of Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane’s successful attempt to put together a baseball team on a tight budget. I can see why this movie and book have become so inspiring. In the end, jobs must translate to bottom-line profitability.” document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

cnstrctr

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Initially I looked into taking university or college courses, than resorted to reading books and finally to online blogs and articles. Construction Project Experience. Using E-Books and Books To Learn About Construction. So why are e-books and books a great way to learn? E-book Sales in the US for 2017.

Construction 68

Construction Conference Industrial Resource 68

Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 11, 2016

Because That Always Costs Them Profit Dollars In The End. Cheap material is one of the causes for warranty work which drains profits and runs up labor and material costs. And they will tend to stay with your construction company longer which will help you earn more profits. At 10% Profit You Need To Sell $15,544.20

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Profitability Equipment 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

Breakeven For Contractors - Is very difficult to calculate because most projects are one-of-a-kind custom jobs. This means job costing and job profitability metrics must be used in conjunction with predetermined Universal Common Denominator(s) (UCD). There Are Many Methods To Calculate Breakeven In Construction.

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Remodeling Project Management 48

Stok

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Green Building Council (USGBC) , a non-profit organization that promotes sustainability in building design, construction, and operation, Kimberly plays a key role in the integration, diversification, and globalization of the USGBC global community. “To me, Nelson Mandela is a leader that comes from a foundation of both love and action.

Sustainability 66

Sustainability Green Organization Foundation 66

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

« Linked-Tweet-Book-In-Face. Yes, my company creates robust construction management software , and yes, we encourage people to use software designed specifically for the work they do instead of designing their own elaborate spreadsheet solutions. Committing Intentional Project Communications. document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

In the past few years, people have purchased billions of items over the internet from songs, books and apps to refrigerators, computers and cars. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. document management. foundation. foundation software.

Construction 120

Construction Cash Flow Security Software 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 24, 2014

When you own a small contracting company, like a residential remodeler, plumber, electrician, concrete contractor, flooring contractor or any other construction related company it is imperative that you have a good clean set of books that are consistent and updated regularly.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Contractors Profitability 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Several years ago the accounting departments of smaller construction companies with less than $10M in annual sales had to slog through dozens of mind numbing General Journal Entries in order to "Close The Books". Verify Profit And Loss - Does It Make Sense? With QuickBooks that process is mostly automatic. Visit [link] to learn more.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Banking Project Management 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 30, 2013

If you hire us as your Xero Bookkeeping Services provider we will convert your books from your previous accounting software for FREE. Options for time keeping and project management. Profitable Construction - Companies have known about the value of outsourced bookkeeping services for a long time and now you know about it too!

Accounting 48

Accounting Banking Construction Project Management 48

Lets Build

MAY 5, 2023

Planning is key for every construction project, no matter the size. As a project manager, you have to attend to every step of the construction process, from design to handover. By focusing on better preconstruction practices to define project details before breaking ground. So how do we avoid this?

Schedule 143

Schedule Budgeting Budget Project Management 143

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 24, 2014

Nicola Cairncross is world famous for her books, consulting and podcasts that offer valuable insights that provide massive advantages for business owners who follow her. Our Co-Founder Randal DeHart - Is a Certified PMP (Project Management Professional) with several years of construction project management experience.

Accounting 49

Accounting Construction Consulting Project Management 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

If you hire us as your Xero Bookkeeping Services provider we will convert your books from your previous accounting software for FREE! Options for time keeping and project management. Profitable Realtors - Have known about the value of outsourced bookkeeping services for a long time and now you know about it too!

Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Washington 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 30, 2013

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Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Software 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 3, 2013

If you hire us as your Xero Bookkeeping Services provider we will convert your books from your previous accounting software for FREE! Options for time keeping and project management. Profitable Construction - Companies have known about the value of outsourced bookkeeping services for a long time and now you know about it too!

Accounting 48

Accounting Contractors Banking Project Management 48

Constructonomics

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

The United States Green Building Council, a national non-profit organization, is credited by many for paving the way toward more responsible construction. Many renovation experts and project managers seek out construction and architectural experts with LEED credentials in order to make the most of their savings.

Certification 122

Certification Management Green Construction 122

Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 1, 2014

That is when most contractors do the “Books” and when the big mistakes are made, the ones that cost their contracting company the most money over a period of time. Profitable Construction - Companies have known about the value of outsourced bookkeeping services for a long time and now you know about it too! Visit [link] to learn more.

Accounting 49

Accounting Contractors Project Management Cash Flow 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

If you hire us as your Xero Bookkeeping Services provider we will convert your books from your previous accounting software for FREE! Options for time keeping and project management. Profitable Construction - Companies have known about the value of outsourced bookkeeping services for a long time and now you know about it too!

Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Contractors 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

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Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Contractors 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

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Accounting 48

Accounting Banking Project Management Contractors 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 12, 2013

Several years ago the accounting departments of smaller construction companies with less than $10M in annual sales had to slog through dozens of mind numbing General Journal Entries in order to "Close The Books". Verify Profit And Loss - Does It Make Sense? With QuickBooks that process is mostly automatic. Visit [link] to learn more.

Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Seattle 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

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Accounting 49

Accounting Banking Project Management Contractors 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 5, 2013

Several years ago the accounting departments of smaller construction companies with less than $10M in annual sales had to slog through dozens of mind numbing General Journal Entries in order to "Close The Books". Verify Profit And Loss - Does It Make Sense? Options for time keeping and project management.

Accounting 55

Accounting Banking Project Management Contractors 55

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

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Washington 48

Washington Accounting Banking Project Management 48

Rory Woolsey

MARCH 20, 2012

Indeed, an accurate quantity take-off representing the complete scope of work is then the solid foundation to which unit prices are applied. Pricing a project goes well beyond cost data books. Kaiser Constructors and has worked on projects ranging from heavy, military, industrial, commercial and residential.

Estimating 40

Estimating Construction Overhead Structural Engineering 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 31, 2013

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Accounting 49

Accounting Software Software Banking 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 31, 2013

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Accounting 48

Accounting Banking Software Software 48

Rory Woolsey

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Knowing where the key project metrics such as time , costs, resources , and cash flow are relative to a datum (the project plan). Good project managers will always know where these project metrics are because they are indicative of the immediate health of the project. Enough said!

Estimating 40

Estimating Cash Flow Budgeting Budget 40