Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Viewpoint CEO Manolis Kotzabasakis welcomes attendees to Portland and shares highlights of the past year. As Viewpoint CEO Manolis Kotzabasakis noted in this morning’s keynote address at our Collaborate 2018 user conference, “a digital transformation has begun.” It’s an exciting time to be in construction.

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JUNE 12, 2018

If so, make sure to swing by the Viewpoint booth (#311) or join us for a special technology forum to see the latest technologies designed to help contractors boost productivity and profit margins. Keystyle, which has spent the last several years developing these solutions for our Vista ERP, was acquired by Viewpoint in April.

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APRIL 9, 2019

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. In this episode of A Viewpoint on Construction, Chuck Schwartz, Director of Business Development with Marcum LLC, discusses the benefits and challenges of connected jobsite and of getting accurate, real-time data to and from the field.

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JULY 19, 2018

CFMA’s 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition, held June 23-27 in Miami Beach brought members from CFMA chapters across North America together for five days of valuable educational and networking opportunities. Internally, collaboration is a huge deal for contractors as well. Collaboration.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 23, 2019

Tax education is available for members of the construction industry. Viewpoint Tax Symposium — Created Just for Contractors. Viewpoint is providing a symposium to help your organization overcome obstacles related to taxes in 2019 and gain more knowledge on tax saving credits. Something else to look forward to in 2019!

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 31, 2018

At Viewpoint , we are hard at work preparing for the best time of the year—mid-October. This year’s user conference event will feature even more advanced sessions and opportunities for you to learn directly from Viewpoint executives and product experts as well as your fellow construction professionals and industry thought leaders.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 8, 2018

Contractors need to find new ways to appeal to younger generations of workers. There are varied reasons why young professionals are moving away from the construction arena despite relatively high pay and fewer demands for a four-year college education. A Host of Contributing Factors. We’re always happy to help.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 17, 2019

Contractors are Buying into Idea of New Tech…But Not Necessarily Funding It. More contractors are moving toward dedicated construction technologists, but the bad news is their IT budgets are still limited, this year’s report notes. Contractors Looking Ahead to More Construction Innovation. in 2016 to 16.9% in 2017 to just 15.4%

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 17, 2018

Contractors today deal with challenging projects, often with multiple performance obligations. When implemented properly, they offer improved cash flow and better accounting insight, which benefits contractors and customers. New revenue recognition standards will require contractors to adjust accounting practices.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 5, 2020

How Education Programs, Training and Technology are Rebuilding Specialty Contractors’ Workforces.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Just look at how many projects aim to achieve LEED certification or the new BREEAM certification, which we recently discussed here on Viewpoint Surveyor. The Role of Contractors in Green Construction. All these benefits demonstrate that green construction isn’t just a trend and something contractors need to know about.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

We’re gearing up to launch our 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow series and we are thrilled! Last year , we visited more than 20 cities and enjoyed networking and learning about construction industry trends and challenges with over 600 contractors across the United States. The Technology Strategist. How to maintain innovation momentum.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 28, 2018

Warm weather has arrived in many parts of the country, and that means contractors are busy with projects. A survey from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) found that 54 percent of highway contractors reported crashes in their work zones within the past year.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 17, 2018

That’s why we are dedicating an entire educational track just for you at this year’s Viewpoint Collaborate User Conference, Oct. There will be a total of 38 sessions specific to construction executives who have teams using Viewpoint products. 15-18 in Portland, Ore. Show Me the ROI: Software Evaluations in the A/E/C Markets.

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JULY 24, 2018

Viewpoint understands the challenges you face as an accounting, HR or other back-office professional. Create your own educational agenda and learn with others who work in the same field and understand the challenges of the job. Tax Planning Strategies for Construction Contractors. Don’t miss out! So Much More.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 11, 2018

A Renewed Focus on Training and Education.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 15, 2018

In this busy construction market, contractors are always looking for ways to find more skilled workers to fill important roles on their teams. Contractors who do manage to find the workers they need also face another challenge: retaining those employees. Don’t Forget About Training and Education.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2017

However, even though construction projects are abundant, 60 percent of contractors are still finding it difficult to attract skilled workers. Gregg Schoppman of Viewpoint partner FMI says it’s important to establish a value proposition for potential hires and make your company a magnet for top talent. The people are out there.

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OCTOBER 25, 2017

With BI, contractors can gain actionable insights and see a clearer path to balancing the business. In Viewpoint’s latest business intelligence white paper , we outline three key areas where insights and analytics can help contractors gain a competitive edge.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 2, 2018

In the first of a new series of exclusive Viewpoint client Q&A sessions, Josh Snow, project engineer with Garney Construction, gives his take on the construction labor challenges facing our industry. Viewpoint: How do you see technology changing how work is done on the jobsite and in the back office?

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

It aims to continually improve all facets of operations, including productivity , an area that has become a key performance indicator for contractors. That’s an appealing goal for construction, where waste such as errors and rework can derail timelines and budgets, a problem for both contractors and customers. That sounds great, right?

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FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Back then I stayed the entire duration, affording the opportunity to take advantage of some of the excellent educational seminars on estimating, business management, and team-building, to name a few. I met & talked with Bruce Kenney, who joined Viewpoint last August as VP of Global Product Development.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Viewpoint: The Case for Neutral, Third-Party Schedulers. A representative from the contractor sponsoring the conference would take the position that most scheduling specifications were onerous or unnecessary. Having worked for owners as well as contractors, I know the frustrations are mutual.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 30, 2018

The takeaway: Just because contractors face obstacles to tech adoption doesn’t mean you can ignore new technologies. Getting ahead of the game and investing in research and education now could be worthwhile for your business. Getting ahead of the game and investing in research and education now could be worthwhile for your business.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Through site visits, inspections, compliance audits and education and advice sessions, the ABCC is able to closely observe contractors. At Viewpoint we have the expertise to help you understand your options and advise on what you need so feel free to get in touch today.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 28, 2018

Of the many talented companies involved on these award-winning projects, we are thrilled—but not surprised—to learn that a number of them are Viewpoint clients, partnered with us to leverage the latest technologies to fuel their success stories. General contractor and Viewpoint customer C.W. McCarthy Building. More Accolades.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 24, 2018

Beyond just a shortage of workers, a gap in skilled labor is particularly challenging for contractors. The good news is that many contractors and municipalities across the United States are already moving in this direction by advancing their own efforts to recruit, hire and train women. Women are expressing interest in construction.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Laser Scanning Enhances Quality and Cuts Costs for Contractors. Description: Contractors see new, lower-cost systems as the future of as-built documentation, especially for firms performing renovations and additions. Specialty contractor innovation. Annual Photo Contest. Slideshows.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 22, 2018

22-24), is the world’s largest trade show for HVACR contractors, vendors and suppliers. If you are attending, we’re inviting you to swing by Viewpoint’s booths at the show (#3321 and #3400) for a look at some exciting ways we’re trying to make your service jobs easier and more profitable. Why visit with us at AHR?

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 14, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Congress Grills Contractor, VA About Troubled Orlando Project. Description: Will the VA terminate the contractor or figure out the project differences and get it done? Specialty contractor innovation. Annual Photo Contest. Photo Contest Archives. Slideshows. Reader Photos. Book Reviews.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 3, 2018

If you’re a contractor still using too many manual processes or having to do even more work because of outdated technologies, that last item might be foremost on your mind, and it might be time for a change. Contractors commonly complain of inadequate cost control, disconnected billing systems, inefficient approval workflows and more.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Specialty contractor innovation. Annual Photo Contest. Photo Contest Archives. Slideshows. Reader Photos.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Contractors Are Renting Rather Than Buying More Equipment During Slow Recovery. A flood of machinery has made its way to auction in recent years as job-hungry contractors thinned out fleets to save money and generate revenue. Vote on Photo Contest Entries. Photo Contest Archives. Slideshows.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 14, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Contractor EDGE Development Goes Over Financial Cliff. Specialty contractor innovation. Annual Photo Contest. Photo Contest Archives. Slideshows. Reader Photos. Book Reviews. Information Technology. Construction Technology. Social Media. White Papers. Construction Schools. Current Costs.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 22, 2018

While the push for more construction courses, apprenticeships and trade school incentives continues, contractors are also having to adapt to a new wave of employees—millennials. Hiring in this way will ensure skilled talent is still being brought in, while committing to training and education for the next wave of workers.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Many contractors are struggling to find skilled workers, which is especially challenging during a time when there’s no shortage of work to do. Construction also faces high turnover rates , so even when contractors do find good workers, retaining them isn’t always easy. Always Be Recruiting. Embrace Technology.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

One of those clients is electrical contractor, Hatzel & Buehler. She discusses her experience with moving to the cloud-based Viewpoint. (If Viewpoint: For anyone who might not know, can you tell us a little bit more about Hatzel & Buehler ? Viewpoint: Predominantly, what type of work do you do?

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