Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 22, 2020

Bootstrapping is figuring out how to reduce the cash you need to start or re-start your business, by eliminating any unnecessary overheads while finding out who will give you a hand. You don't have to purchase new equipment to start your business.

Overhead 104

Overhead Construction Drawings Equipment 104

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Acquiring capital is getting more expensive with rising interest rates. Accessing the right data during construction helps inform decision-making, while retaining ownership of that data after construction reduces operational costs and enables better decisions that extend the asset's lifespan. What is a Common Data Environment (CDE)?

Environment 116

Environment Documentation Autodesk Profitability 116

Lets Build

JANUARY 13, 2023

Keeping your daily construction log up to date is time-consuming, and no one enjoys doing it. with your construction site diary lets you take charge of your quality control. Here’s how going digital can improve your quality control from day one: 1. Manage your site from anywhere. Access a single source of truth.

Site 148

Site Office Management Documentation 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2024

The question is, are your construction teams fully leveraging this wealth of BIM data beyond the initial project phases? This capability lets teams visualize color-coded asset statuses directly from the 3D model viewer. This feature saves time since you no longer have to retrieve asset details manually.

Visualization 52

Visualization Modeling Autodesk BIM 52

Levelset

JULY 25, 2022

Construction companies need capital to get off the ground, stay in business, and keep growing. The term capital is used across industries to represent all of a company’s financial assets, including cash, inventory, equipment, and more. What is capital? 3 types of capital for construction. Working capital.

Debt 97

Debt Cash Flow Equity Finance 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

With projects regularly growing past scope of work in the field, teams can’t afford to risk any loss of productivity when it comes time to equipment installation and commissioning. The model is one of the best sources of truth for viewing equipment and system components that need to be installed in a construction project.

Modeling 52

Modeling Autodesk Equipment Risk 52

Lets Build

JULY 24, 2017

The role of asset tracking software in the construction industry. The construction industry is a burgeoning sector, hammering out the very foundations of modern society as we know it. The construction equipment market is projected to amount to 192 billion USD in 2017! A huge part of this is managing construction assets.

Software 111

Software Software Management Construction 111

Carol Hagen

JULY 8, 2010

TeraHop Networks Inc provides On-Site asset monitoring without using satellite or cellular subscriptions. They call their solution the Construction Asset Monitoring System or CAMS for short. Equipment, vehicles, inventory, tools and personnel…basically anything that moves on your jobsite! So what can they track?

Equipment 120

Equipment Construction CFMA Inventory 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. Library & Templates | Enable Relationships - When using both Library or Templates tools in Autodesk Construction Cloud, the relationship between asset categories and form templates will now stay intact.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products Change Orders BIM 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

As industry costs and fees increase, these tips can help you get some relief from draining the project account. Take the time to shop around for the best prices on materials and equipment. If another outfitter can provide a better deal, see if your go-to company can meet or beat it. Inventory your assets.

Viewpoint 173

Viewpoint Contractors Inventory Profitability 173

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Companies that fail to embrace new solutions risk getting left behind in today’s competitive landscape. Construction technology comes in various forms that can transform different areas of your operations. Teams can interact in real-time to get things moving quickly, get approvals on one platform, and access data anytime.

Industrial 78

Industrial Construction Safety Inspections 78

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Companies that fail to embrace new solutions risk getting left behind in today’s competitive landscape. Construction technology comes in various forms that can transform different areas of your operations. Teams can interact in real-time to get things moving quickly, get approvals on one platform, and access data anytime.

Industrial 78

Industrial Construction Safety Inspections 78

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Business insurance can help mitigate occurrences or disasters that can severely impact or destroy the good standing of your business. It’s important to know which policies make the most sense for your business, and how to choose policies that provide the right type of coverage to keep you protected.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Create master checklists of required documentation matched to each prequalification vendor that subs can follow to ensure no critical item gets missed. Failure to invest in training puts your teams and organization at risk of injury and loss. You may also want to consider getting Mental Health First Aid certification.

Contractors 59

Contractors Safety Certification Injury 59

CK Power

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Today, all newly manufactured off-highway diesel equipment (e.g., generators, air compressors, construction equipment) must be powered by a T4F-certified engine. Even so, there’s still a sizeable population of in-service equipment powered by lower tier engines, and engines produced before the tiered regulations were introduced.

Equipment 40

Equipment Engineering Regulation Railroad 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

That’s why it’s important to establish an integration strategy for your construction tech stack. ACC Connect – a robust, no-code platform that keeps your apps and data connected – helps you tailor integrations to your business and workflow needs, keeping your teams and projects connected and moving forward. .

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2019

Managing construction projects is hard enough without the additional burden of wrangling reams of paperwork or trying to get multiple software programs talking to each other. In most cases, once users get over the initial hump of trying new software, they soon find they can’t imagine life without it. The Value of Simplicity.

Software 175

Software Software Organization Contractors 175

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

There's a significant learning curve when it comes to using prefab for construction, and you need to ensure that you equip your teams with the right tools to get the most out of prefabrication. Here are some areas in which we recommend upskilling your staff, particularly regarding prefabrication and modular construction.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk BIM Innovation Materials 98

Safety Services Company

JANUARY 6, 2020

OSHA and Your Company's Emergency Action Plan: What You Need to Know. Emergency action plans are required by OSHA and are critical in keeping your company’s employees and assets from harm during workplace emergencies. The Importance of Updating Your Company’s Emergency Action Plans. Start with your own facility.

OSHA 63

OSHA Plans Guidelines Safety 63

Safety Services Company

JANUARY 7, 2020

OSHA AND YOUR COMPANY’S EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. Emergency action plans are required by OSHA and are critical in keeping your company’s employees and assets from harm during workplace emergencies. THE IMPORTANCE OF UPDATING YOUR COMPANY’S EMERGENCY ACTION PLANS.

OSHA 62

OSHA Plans Guidelines Safety 62

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The Ultimate Checklist to Complete Your Next Construction Project. Often the last thought in your mind when your job is running full speed ahead is project closeout. Your subcontractors are showing up, your rented equipment works and is where it should be, and all is right in the world. Not so fast.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 17, 2023

Without proper standardization, this data can become a liability rather than an asset. Without a set of procedures that can be repeatable with results that can be measured, you simply won’t have a way to tell how well your team is performing – and each project will be making its own decisions, leading to poor data quality.

Plans 98

Plans Construction Software Software 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The key is to keep up with the latest supply chain trends so you can identify opportunities and action steps for your teams and projects. . Pay attention to trends and events, like material price increases and manufacturing disruptions, that may affect the supplies you need and factor those in when planning your budget and forecasts. .

Management 98

Management Construction BIM Materials 98

Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

With numerous policies available, the plumbing contractor’s insurance landscape offers many ways for you to protect your physical and financial business assets. Obtaining an insurance policy is a key step in planning for the success of your plumbing business, and we’ve developed a guide to help answer some of your questions.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Injury Compensation 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Siloed data like this makes it more challenging for teams to get on the same page and move forward with projects. With EarthCam’s Partner Card, you can see everything in your Autodesk Construction Cloud Dashboard. This is where Riskcast comes in.  Get real-time data on all hours, quantities, and costs.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Construction Visualization BIM 98

Levelset

JUNE 21, 2022

Growth opportunities exist now and on the horizon, and it’s up to you to structure your business to capture them. Taking the time to evaluate and position your business now can help set you up for success for years to come. Manage your cash flow as well as you handle air flow. Use cash flow to inform your business decisions.

Cash Flow 98

Cash Flow Accounting Profitability Residential 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 26, 2018

It’s summertime, and we know that means most contractors are busy. But when you get a free minute, it’s worth taking a look at what’s going on in our industry. Plus, get some advice for marketing and expanding your business in this month’s news roundup. How Drone Photography Is Carving a Niche in Construction.

Industrial 137

Industrial Construction Portland Metro 137

Flynn

JULY 13, 2022

While a roofing system comprises only about a third of a building’s total exterior envelope, it is of course protecting 100% of the assets therein. People, products, equipment… all depending on the integrity of that valuable protective system above them. They’ll also have the specialized tools and processes to get the work done.”.

Guidelines 52

Guidelines Life Cycle Budgeting Budget 52

Levelset

AUGUST 4, 2022

You’re providing a service to your customers, but your contracts are often lump-sum , and billings are often determined by the percentage of completion. However, like any other business, you need to maintain positive cash flow or you may find yourself unable to pay your workers and other expenses. Forecasting your revenue.

Cash Flow 52

Cash Flow Budgeting Budget Forecasting 52

Levelset

JULY 18, 2022

If you’re looking to start a plumbing business, it’s the perfect time to get with the flow. Moving from working as a plumber to starting your own business may seem like a lot of (water) pressure, but it doesn’t have to be. As you get deeper into the process, you’ll get to tackle challenges with cash flow, marketing, hiring, and more.

Cash Flow 52

Cash Flow Accounting Profitability Legal 52

Levelset

JULY 15, 2022

Moving from working as an electrician to starting your own business may feel a bit shocking, but it doesn’t have to be. As you get deeper into the process, you’ll get to tackle challenges with cash flow, marketing, hiring, and more. Get off to a good start with registration, licensing, & insurance.

Electrical 52

Electrical Cash Flow Accounting Profitability 52

Levelset

JULY 19, 2022

If you’re looking to start a painting business, it’s time to get rolling — or brushing, or spraying. Moving from working as a painter to starting your own business may seem like a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be. As you get deeper into the process, you’ll get to tackle challenges with cash flow, marketing, hiring, and more.

Cash Flow 52

Cash Flow Accounting Profitability Residential 52

Safety Services Company

APRIL 27, 2020

As an employer, it is your responsibility to keep your workers safe. After all, employees are arguably a business’s best assets. Knowing the dangers that your employees are exposed to means that you can face any emergency prepared. Equipment failure as a result of an electrical shortage. ?

Injury 62

Injury Risk Safety Accidents 62

Levelset

JULY 22, 2022

Moving from working as a roofing contractor to starting your own business may feel a bit dizzying, but it doesn’t have to be. As you get deeper into the process, you’ll get to tackle challenges with cash flow, marketing, hiring, and more. Get the proper license and insurance according to your state’s requirements.

Cash Flow 52

Cash Flow Overhead Accounting Profitability 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Getting started with AR and VR yourself . ” You wear a device on your head, which then uses sensors and a computer to hijack your senses and make you believe you’re somewhere else. How to getting started with AR and VR. They also bust some myths and share practical tips on implementing AR and VR. .

BIM 52

BIM Construction Organization Modeling 52

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. In order to create an effective risk management plan, identifying possible threats to your operation is important. Determine Your Risk Response Strategy.

Risk 62

Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. In order to create an effective risk management plan, identifying possible threats to your operation is important. Determine Your Risk Response Strategy.

Risk 62

Risk Management Construction Safety 62