Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. 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? change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. It was a great experience, and we had the opportunity to capture some informative video coverage. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Construction Law. People Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Bidding Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 12, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. A Change (Order) for the Better? The best Support offers multiple means of communication, timely responses, and thorough information. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Construction Law.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 7, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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.” change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Research to gather information. Our lead analyst organizes information into logical components and processes. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Construction Law.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload » Silos: Great for Grain, Not so Great for Business. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Construction Law. People Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Iowa 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Las Vegas 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. 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. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. Green Building.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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

MARCH 11, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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

AUGUST 19, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. That’s why this September’s issue is CBO’s first-ever “How-To Issue,” chock full of helpful information focused on how to improve specific processes. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. August 2008.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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

JANUARY 26, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Venture connects project participants inside and outside your company with the latest project information. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Construction Law. People Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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 29, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law.

Construction 120

Construction BIM Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Cash Flow Security Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. It’s impossible to get specific real-time information on the fly.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 21, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Do they have the financial resources to complete a job; is their insurance up-to-date; how does their safety record look; what do their references say about their recent work; what experience do others in my company have with them? change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Bidding 149

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 149

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. This left the project managers with inaccurate information on their jobs, and the accounting staff up to their eyeballs in timecards. This means your project management software integrates with your accounting software, ensuring that information is not only accessible, but current as well.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

INSURANCE |. 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. Everyone needs access to a common set of applications they can share in order to make use of that information.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Project Management 136

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 15, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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? change orders. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) » Lessons in Construction Leadership. so nice to get information like this… good work keep going. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. Green Building.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. With the vast amounts of information we have flying around us, the last thing we need is something to make our lives more complex. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. January 2009.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software iPad 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. If you’re a project or construction manager reading this blog, this information may not pertain directly to you, but the information is still good to know. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software US 136

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

INSURANCE |. 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. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 22, 2012

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Push marketing: Sending your contacts information and news that’s relevant to them. Knowing this information will help you determine how to spend your marketing dollars. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

INSURANCE |. Accounting & Finance. Internet traffic is projected to continue doubling every two years, and the driver will be the larger and larger role it will play as the information utility. change orders. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120