Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Job Cost & Cash Flow. So it makes sense that any software you consider should offer comprehensive job cost and cash flow solutions. I’ve often heard of software acting like a black box – data goes in, information comes out, but you’re limited to what the black box can produce. foundation. Add new tag.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

the preconstruction phase), you complete a significant part of the job and create a strong foundation and direction for the remaining work. Implement centralized and connected bid management Bid management sometimes feels like a whirlwind, where you’re tasked to review a slew of projects and go over numerous documents and information.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Connecting within the Construction Company » Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload. Managing this information overload can be difficult. With so many sources of information, it’s never been more important to take charge and develop a business information plan. foundation. foundation software.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals The benefits of using construction project execution software in maximising ROI The project execution phase is the most delicate stage — it lays the foundation for the actual work and sits at the heart of the process.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

As construction teams set the sequence relationships on 3D models and AI tools are used to create various schedule simulations for delivering projects and teams also generate 5D models by adding cash flow information to these models. This will be a multi-year journey but in 2024 we will see accelerated innovation.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 1, 2012

« Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload. A few weeks ago, I discussed how construction management and operations groups need to work with the same information to keep project teams moving in the same direction. But how do you connect and disseminate this information to the people in your company? Information Push.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals The benefits of using construction project execution software in maximising ROI The project execution phase is the most delicate stage — it lays the foundation for the actual work and sits at the heart of the process.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

« Collaborating on Cash flow. 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. foundation.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

Who is Running the Asylum at Foundation Software? At Foundation Software, we try to avoid inmate takeovers by first assigning a lead analyst to oversee design for each project. Research to gather information. Our lead analyst organizes information into logical components and processes. foundation. Add new tag.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 19, 2012

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. This trend is especially relevant for our construction industry , where sharing information and working well together is vital to the success of projects.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Each of these team members has a vested interest in receiving information about the project and, in return, contributing their expertise to the project. But, with a variety of systems, drawing types, documents, forms, and data in a variety of electronic formats, efficiently communicating project information is difficult. foundation.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

So making sure everyone on your team has the information they need should be a priority. Take a look at how information is shared internally and externally. Does everyone who needs project information have easy access to it? Does the project manager share information with all the players involved? foundation.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

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. It’s impossible to get specific real-time information on the fly. foundation. foundation software.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Accessing the often vast amount of information surrounding a project is just step one. Project managers are used to logging information – job progress, change orders, labor, weather, and so on. Companies I talk to are starting to think more seriously about how they communicate and share information. foundation.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

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! foundation. foundation software. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

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. foundation. foundation software. Stay Connected. Add new tag.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

It was a great experience, and we had the opportunity to capture some informative video coverage. foundation. foundation software. The CBO team attended the APWA 2011 Congress this year and had a chance to learn about the industry’s latest equipment and products. Add new tag. business development. change orders.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 7, 2012

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.” foundation. foundation software. « Connecting within the Construction Company. Add new tag. business development. change orders. cloud computing.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. foundation. foundation software. Tags: BIM , Building Information Modeling , construction operations , construction project , project collaboration.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

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. foundation. foundation software. Affordability. Add new tag. change orders.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

After figuring out what you’re solving for, you have to determine how get to the answer, that is, what information do you need? Contractors are always looking for as much project information as possible in order to track progress, get paid, and identify problems. How do you go about gathering construction data and information?

Construction 120

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Whether you have a simple accounting application, or a specialized construction accounting system, you should be able to file your taxes and payroll information electronically. foundation. foundation software. While talking to some other accountants, I was surprised to learn how many people still don’t file electronically.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

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. foundation. foundation software. Rallying around standards. This makes perfect sense.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

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. Communicate your habits with those important to you – Let people know the best times to e-mail important information or what subject lines to use to grab your attention.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 12, 2011

The best Support offers multiple means of communication, timely responses, and thorough information. foundation. foundation software. Tags: accounting , construction , contractors , features , foundation , job costing , software , support. Add new tag. business development. change orders. cloud computing. communication.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

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. How do you track that and how do you make sure that all issues have current information? foundation. foundation software.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 11, 2011

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. foundation. foundation software. To be sure, changes in technology are also shaping the way business is conducted. Add new tag.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

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. This means that the user interfaces of browser-based applications must be designed for ease-of-use, and information must be presented in an easy-to-understand format.

Construction 120

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Venture connects project participants inside and outside your company with the latest project information. With the ability to access information from anywhere, at any time, and track responses to notifications, your project teams will be able to communicate more efficiently on projects, saving time and money. foundation.

Construction 120

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

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. foundation. foundation software.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

« The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). This, after all, is the foundation of the insurance industry. foundation. foundation software. About Us Contact Us Advertise Press Releases Upload Artwork Via FTP -->. Free Subscriptions. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Home » Blogs. Add new tag.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 21, 2011

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. foundation. foundation software. You have the right people on board; so now give them a solid game plan to make this new technology work. Add new tag. business development.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Even small disputes in the construction industry can have a negative impact on time and cash flow. Business owners policy: This policy is the foundation of a solid insurance plan. Having an insurance strategy can be part of a prudent business plan. . Here is a partial list of policies that may help protect your livelihood: .

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2013

Education is the foundation for shifting paradigm. She will spend some time at NO CHARGE and perhaps you will get a mere scrap of information that could help turn your construction company around. Cash flow issues kill contractors even though they have profit. Poor scheduling affects production and cash flow.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

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. foundation. foundation software. Diyona Joe Says: September 8th, 2012 at 5:35 am.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

We all know that, projects change constantly, which means your workers and your office need to be equipped with the most up-to-date information. Everyone needs access to a common set of applications they can share in order to make use of that information. foundation. foundation software. The Two-Way Data Street.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

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. foundation. foundation software. And last, but not least…Security. SSL to TLS (asymmetric key cryptography). Add new tag.

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