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. Anyone who needs to see updated data, or process items like RFIs and change orders in the field can easily do so.

Project Management 140

Project Management Construction Budgeting Budget 140

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

« The Year of Mobile Technology? Imagine the surprise to everyone when the profit is significantly less or non-existent at the end of a job! While this may seem like an impossible task, the overwhelming adoption of mobile technologies and the move towards web-based software are providing a light at the end of the tunnel.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The final days of a project have a huge impact on your overall profitability and success—as the saying goes, projects are remembered not by how they start but how they finish. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. Not so fast.

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Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Managing a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, keeping your business profitable, your people productive, and your firm growing requires focus, commitment, and understanding. Running a successful construction firm is by no means an easy task. Though there are many things you need to focus on.

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Software Software Construction ProCore 200

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Cloud computing is actually serving as a catalyst for all the other significant changes in the construction software industry…. New) Mobile Construction Software. Mobile construction software were great … Leave a Reply. change orders. Next Generation of Document Management. Name (required). Categories.

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Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

I know from my days as a general contractor that plans and specifications are altered continuously as subcontractors become involved, materials are changed, and change orders are issued. Although email and mobile technologies have made communication easier, they haven’t solved all of our problems. change orders.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 19, 2012

Staying Focused in the Fight Against Profit Fade » Connecting in Construction. To help with our “connecting” discussions at the conference, social media and mobile communication expert James Spellos will be joining us as the keynote speaker. change orders. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Home » Blogs.

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Construction Software Software Conference 120

ProcurementExpress.com

JANUARY 2, 2019

When the payment hits their account, they may mistake it for profit. This might mean they haven’t sent an invoice or, it could mean that change orders have not been approved. In the latter example, there’s a chance that the under-billed amount could turn into a profit loss. Final Thoughts.

Work in Progress 52

Work in Progress Accounting Inventory Budgeting 52

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 28, 2014

Subcontractor Quotes : A subcontractor quote, like the general estimate, contains labor, material, equipment, indirect costs, and profit. For the contractor and subcontractor : Mobilization , staffing, on-site job office, temporary construction, temporary heat/cooling, and temporary utilities, equipment, small tools and consumables, etc.

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Estimating Equipment Bidding Profitability 45

ProcurementExpress.com

JANUARY 2, 2019

When the payment hits their account, they may mistake it for profit. This might mean they haven’t sent an invoice or, it could mean that change orders have not been approved. In the latter example, there’s a chance that the under-billed amount could turn into a profit loss. Final Thoughts.

Work in Progress 40

Work in Progress Accounting Inventory Budgeting 40

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Rather than learning about the project in a “drive by” data dump hours before mobilization, the superintendent has becomes an instrumental cog in the preconstruction planning process. change orders. There are innumerable tangible and intangible benefits to adding field expertise input to the preconstruction process. August 2008.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

In the last year or so, there’s been a lot of talk about “ The Cloud ,” and how it is going to change software. We’ve also seen increased use in mobile devices, such as smart phones and tablet computers, with easy to use interfaces and applications. change orders. What’s New in Spectrum version 14? January 2009.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Las Vegas 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Not too long ago, or so it seems, we were more than ecstatic at the idea of being able to call our project managers in the field on mobile phones. change orders. Construction Connectivity – Can you hear me now? Some of us remember the “dark ages” of going back and forth between job sites and the office. January 2009. foundation.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Project Management 136

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

This doesn’t just mean making sure everyone has a working mobile phone and Internet access on the job site. change orders. Up-to-date information plays a key role in better managing your project costs, and the best method of ensuring your information is current is to connect the field with the accounting office. January 2009.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 11, 2011

While customer focus groups are not new to the equipment industry, Deere upped the ante by anchoring their booth with a giant mobile recording studio dubbed the Chatterbox , in which customers recorded product critiques and evaluations. change orders. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008. October 2008. September 2008.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Green 120

Lets Build

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Defects due to omission are typically fixed through change orders that add to the scope of work for one or more contractors. In addition, not having proper inspection plans in place can prevent you from detecting defects early on in the project, resulting in more rework and less profit. Workmanship defects.

Documentation 148

Documentation Construction Inspections Site 148

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

Lagging productivity hurts contractors in many ways, including lost jobs, low profits, and unnecessary headaches like change orders and rework. Leading-edge software and technology are helping contractors streamline construction processes with tools for mobile data capture, automated workflows and more.

Products 215

Products Software Software Project Management 215

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 14, 2014

If you were to research some of the newspaper and magazine articles from the early 1800''s though today regarding the construction industry and contractors in general you will find not much has changed. It has always been and will likely always be that: 95 out of 100 contractors will earn less than 3% net profit. per hour (See below).

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FAQ Contractors Accounting Security 49

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Projects today are a lot more complex and companies increasingly face pressure to improve construction productivity and profitability. . Construction companies today face significant challenges and the pressure to improve overall productivity and profitability. Maximize Profits. Research by USG + U.S. Flexible and Customizable.

Project Management 98

Project Management Software Software Management 98

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 16, 2014

Go deeper ask about how they handle Work-In-Process (WIP), Retention, Job Deposits, Maintenance Agreement Tracking, Change Order Tracking, Payment Applications. In The Contractors Mobile Construction Office Command Center, The Truck: On the dashboard. Outside Your Mobile Office: In you post office box. Behind the seat.

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Contractors Accounting Office US 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Each stakeholder can upload submittals right to a cloud-based platform where they can initiate requests, manage reviews and approvals, and sync critical information to mobile devices for offline access. Use Mobile Solutions: Implement punch lists for mobile, so you and your team can take the list everywhere you go.

Construction 52

Construction Management BIM Project Management 52

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

The Year of Mobile Technology? As mobile computing devices such as tablets and smartphones are becoming more and more a part of our lives, apps are too. For example, I have a mobile banking app on my smartphone. change orders. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. January 2009.

Software 120

Software Software Construction Mobility 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 27, 2021

With the project management features available in Autodesk Build and its PlanGrid Build app, which is purpose-built for mobile field collaboration, teams can organize and connect on RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes and predictive insights, staying ahead of any issues that could result in project risks.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Change Orders Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Projects today are a lot more complex and companies increasingly face pressure to improve construction productivity and profitability. . Construction companies today face significant challenges and the pressure to improve overall productivity and profitability. Maximize Profits. Research by USG + U.S. Flexible and Customizable.

Project Management 52

Project Management Software Software Management 52

Construction Business Owner

MAY 10, 2012

Personally, I’m pretty sure I’m downloading more apps for my mobile devices than complete software applications for my computer. change orders. Ergonomics and Construction » Got (Construction) Apps? It seems like there truly is an app for everything today. This started me thinking about the difference between the two.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Fins Architecture

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Mass produced homes are built cheaply and quickly to maximize the developer’s profit often with out consideration for the local environment. Once contracts are signed and the contractor has your go ahead with construction, he will mobilize and break ground. Construction Phase.

Architecture 40

Architecture Design Hawaii Agreement 40