Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

Although historically the construction industry has been slow to go digital , times are changing. There’s an industry transformation happening in construction, driven by modern technology, and these changes are significantly elevating construction management. A Call for Modern Construction Software.

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Lets Build

JANUARY 20, 2023

Construction sites are chaotic. While we have plenty of tools to get a general overview of projects and see how they should be progressing, we only have one that shows how they’re actually progressing: construction daily logs. Let’s explore the importance of keeping construction and maintenance daily logs of every on-site activity.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 2, 2013

Four Important Words That Turn High Profit Jobs Into Non-Profit Jobs! It''s A Small Change. Contractors hear these all the time. Part of the root cause can be traced to a mild case of "Stockholm Syndrome" where contractors feel their cash flow may be held captive by their customers or clients. You Get It Wholesale.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Arcadis recently released a report about international construction inflation and costs with some interesting findings: Construction companies in both developed and emerging economies are experiencing price increases of over 5%. So what can we do to survive when construction costs are higher than ever?

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Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software. The construction industry has gone through an extensive transformation, and technology has completely changed the concept of how to drive more quality, productivity, and profit into projects. The same is true for mechanical contractors. Mon, 04/19/2021 - 06:00.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2012

Construction Change Order Phobia. The contractor appeared to be on the verge of a panic attack because he was experiencing serious financial trouble with his construction business and needed quick relief. This disease appears to be a contagion passed from contractor to contractor at "The Contractor's Round Table".

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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. Diving Deeper into Construction Data.

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Construction Software Software Cash Flow 217

Levelset

MARCH 11, 2022

Prioritizing a low bid over contractor performance is a lose-lose procurement strategy. Unfortunately, low bidding is an accepted practice for both owners and contractors alike. And any savings on paper are usually lost mid-way through the project in change orders. Who’s responsible for low-bid procurement?

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Bidding Cash Flow Contractors Procurement 98

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 22, 2013

Home Improvement Contractor, Hanover County Virginia: "I found your how to video on YouTube and really like how you have it set up and appreciate the pointers you had to offer. Tired of these customers constantly changing stuff on us and creating delays or extra work. Construction Change Order Video.

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Change Orders Contractors Cash Flow Profitability 49

Construction Marketing Ideas

DECEMBER 13, 2015

Some years ago, in addressing how a successful contractor has managed to maintain a profitable business despite needing to compete in “low bid wins the job” open competitions, the contractor opened up to me with an observation: He wins the jobs because they are rigged in advance. And that happened.

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Change Orders Bidding Contract Contractors 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 24, 2019

Construction companies need short-term liquid working capital such as cash, lines of credits, loans, owner financing, credit cards, supplier accounts, and other forms of money to conduct daily operations. What often happens is that contractors hate paperwork preferring to keep everything in their head.

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Contractors Profitability Banking Change Orders 53

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 18, 2012

Construction Change Order Video. This video shows you the Fast Easy Accounting step by step how to use your Free Construction Change Order Form. Contractors are our heroes so we want to help you achieve your definition of success and enjoy a rewarding and full life!

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Change Orders Accounting Construction Profitability 51

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

The general contractor said its ability to collect on disputed change orders bumped its operating cash to record levels.

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Change Orders Profitability Contractors 59

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Running a successful construction firm is by no means an easy task. Managing a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, keeping your business profitable, your people productive, and your firm growing requires focus, commitment, and understanding. Who’s Delivering ERP Solutions for Construction?

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Constructlaw

JANUARY 18, 2023

BoMar) to construct a hotel in Columbus, OH. of the contract provided that in the event of a termination by the Owner for convenience, the “Owner shall pay the Contractor according to the terms of Section 13.1 ….” was titled “Termination by the Contractor.”. including a 25% margin for overhead and profit. BoMar Contr.,

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. 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.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 10, 2018

If you work in construction, you’re probably familiar with the finger-pointing phase of a project. Only 25 percent of construction projects are finished within 10 percent of their original deadlines, and 35 percent of costs in the construction industry can be attributed to material waste and rework.

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Software Software South Carolina Change Orders 169

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 30, 2013

More Secrets From Our Experiences With Successful Contractors. We Serve Several Highly P rofitable Construction Companies and some not as profitable ones. The differences in operations between the two groups are very small and yet the profit picture is massively different. Subcontractors / Specialty Contractors.

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Profitability Contractors Accounting Cash Flow 48

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. Eighty percent (80%) of all construction projects are late, over-budget, or incorrectly completed. Simple Guide to LEAN – Before we even get to improving Scope of Work (SOW) processes, it’s valuable to first understand the basic concepts of LEAN construction.

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Estimating Construction Procurement Change Orders 130

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Connecting in Construction. Customer Collaboration & Construction Software » Staying Focused in the Fight Against Profit Fade. Stay on Top of Changes.

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Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Job Order Contracting

JULY 30, 2018

A Job Orde r Contacting & Line Item Estimating Basics Workshop, and our series of contractor training classes for the Allied States Cooperative Job Order Contracting Services Contract for the State of New Mexico drew the following comments… Very well explained and friendly envir onment! contact-form].

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 19, 2013

Fast Easy Accounting has numerous FREE downloadable Forms for ever contractor around the world to use. Contractors and other business owners have come from a local level (Washington State), national level (across the USA), and internationally including Canada, Australia, UK, India, South Africa and many other countries around the world.

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Profitability Cash Flow Accounting Construction 49

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

This lack of effective communication and collaboration can be the downfall of a business, especially in the construction industry, where tight deadlines and razor-thin profit margins rule the day. First, contractors can take a look at how they operate. Invest in Construction Collaboration Software.

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Project Management Construction Budgeting Budget 132

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

You have what appears to be a high profit job and now you are thinking you have it made and I hope you are right! Construction company owners who understand Construction Psychology and the need for Business Process Management (BPM) System also know the importance of being process dependent, not people dependent.

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Profitability Bankruptcy Contractors Remodeling 49

Pro Builder

JULY 20, 2021

The Best Way for Trade Contractors to Stay Out of the Courtroom. The best way for specialty trade contractors to stay out of the courtroom is to manage their clients’ expectations. Not if You Follow These 8 Steps to Make Trades Profitable. . Contract Essentials for Building Trade Contractors. Trade Contractors.

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Contractors Contract Legal Change Orders 98

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « A Change (Order) for the Better? Judging Tipis » Some Advice on Change Orders. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology.

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Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Your Construction Contracting Company. Is your Construction Company Process Dependent Or People Dependent? Is your Construction Company Process Dependent Or People Dependent? There is no one right answer; it depends on what you want from your construction company. Money Is The Main Reason You Own And Operate.

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Profitability Contractors Cash Flow Accounting 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 21, 2012

Construction Working Capital - Definitions are fairly complex and can take a lot of room to explain and since we are primarily concerned about helping small construction companies like yours to make a lot of money I will keep it simple and easy. Compare the success and profitability of a McDonalds franchise to most restaurants.

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Profitability Contractors Banking Change Orders 48

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Job Order Contracting 2021 is a competitively bid, firm, fixed-price, indefinite quantity contract, and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery program for as-needed construction services. The UPB reflects Contractors bid an adjustment factor (coefficient) that is applied to all construction tasks listed in the UPB.

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Contract Bidding Procurement CSI 130

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2012

Add Those Costs Together - And you will understand the value of staying on each job and solving all of your customer or client construction and maintenance issues is so much more profitable than windshield time. They will suggest replacing air filters, wiper blades and other minor parts only if they are needed.

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Profitability Contractors Mobility Change Orders 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

It’s safe to say that cost overruns in construction projects have become an industry-wide status quo. However, with construction budgets being scrutinized more so than ever and overall industry productivity remaining a constant concern, construction professionals can’t really afford to accept the new normal.

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Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Healthy Competition » Free Webinar on Reducing Profit Fade. In turn, profit fade can dramtically affect cash flow and hinder the possibility of booking new jobs. INSURANCE |.

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Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Starting Or Re-Starting A Construction Company Is Easy. Secret #01 Decide What You Want From Your Construction Company. Action Step - 01: On a peice of paper type and print or hand write a description of what you want from your construction company and put it into a three ring binder. If You Know Exactly What To Do.

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Profitability Construction Accounting Cash Flow 48

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner Attends APWA 2011 Congress » Section 179, and what YOU need to know about it. A lot of contractors have asked me about Section 179. INSURANCE |.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Podcasts are now an essential medium for sharing information, and experts across the construction industry share their wisdom every day with listeners interested in growing a construction business, learning about the latest construction trends and technology, and building their understanding of construction law and finance.

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Construction Schedule Safety Industrial 52

HardHatChat

MARCH 17, 2015

As we move further into 2015, Englewood Construction has been fortunate to entertain a lot of new business opportunities. All signs have been pointing to a robust commercial construction pipeline, with activity consistently on the rise. As a former architect and member of the AIA, this couldn’t make me happier.

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