Cloud-Based Construction Estimating Software: The Easiest Way to Estimate
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 20, 2023
There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software, including flexibility, organization, and project management.
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Benefits of Local Market Cost Data to Create Estimates – 4BT
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 21, 2023
3 EASY TO USE – All line-item cost data is organized using expanded CSI MasterFormat. This enables simplified data management and the ability to update estimates with various other databases as needed. #4
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Construction Cost Estimating Software
Job Order Contracting
MAY 25, 2017
Construction Cost Estimating Software including 50,000 line item construction cost database and access via a secure cloud network, only $150.00/month! Construction Cost Estimating Software . Organized by Masterformat. Create Estimates. The post Construction Cost Estimating Software appeared first on 4BT.
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FEDRAMP is Hindering Facilities Management in the Federal Sector
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 17, 2024
FEDRAMP is Hindering Facilities Management in the Federal Sector due to its failure to keep pace with current technology and methods. Not doing so, negatively impacts the efficiency of these organizations, in contradiction to FAR regulations and their fiduciary responsibility to taxpayers.
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How Labor Shortages & Virtual Work Are Changing Purchase-to-Pay Processes
Construction Business Owner
MAY 30, 2023
CDT As a result of economic and cultural trends, construction organizations today are increasingly relying on technologies that increase efficiency — especially in accounting departments. Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Thu, 06/22/2023 - 12:00 1 p.m.
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A Guide to Construction Safety Management Software
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 14, 2022
Good construction safety software can make a significant difference in the level of safety at your construction site. We’ve put together this guide to construction safety management software, so you can see how it will benefit your business and improve safety on every project. . Cloud Connected Software Made for the Field .
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Integrated Project Delivery Software and Support Services
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 4, 2020
Integrated project delivery software and support services are now available for facilities operations and maintenance as well as new construction. IPD software and support services provide an environment with a collaborative focus upon requirements definition and successful repair, renovation, and new construction project completion.
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The Main Benefits Of Construction Management Software
Lets Build
AUGUST 3, 2017
From sales management techniques to accounting software, we have digitized and automated our work to a level where we require very less man power. There are millions of ways software can transform the way construction processes are happening and here are a few ways digital transformation can be a game changer: Performance Management.
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Construction Estimating Made Easy
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 11, 2017
There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software , including flexibility, organization, and project management. Using a web- or cloud-based software solution is also the best way to increase your estimate accuracy and improve profitability. Estimating digital takeoff.
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Job Order Contract Facilities Management Software
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 14, 2017
Job Order Contract Facilities Management Software. 4BT-CE Building in Cloud – Job Order Contract Facilities Management Software – Independent, Objective, Best Value. The data for every building is stored in a constantly accessible and manageable online archive. Document Management. Capabilities.
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100 Why Are Contractors Using Fewer Software Applications?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 24, 2018
The majority of construction companies are using a variety of software solutions for accounting, project management, estimating, and other important functions. The 2017 report includes many insights about software use in our industry. percent of respondents—the largest group—reported only using two software applications.
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8 Benefits of Using Web-Based Software in Construction
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. Below are eight benefits to using web-based software, which keeps you and your crews flexible, accurate, and efficient.
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LEAN Job Order Contracting – What Public Sector Facilities Professionals Need to Know
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 15, 2021
All the tools and support services to implement and manage LEAN Job Order Contracting for any public sector organization are now available within the 4BT-PEP JOC Knowledge-based Information Management System. 100% real-time view of all you JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, Proposals, Estimates. Quantification of impacts.
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Meet the New Cassell Consulting: Your Partner in Construction Technology
Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Ongoing: And we still offer our broad array of services to create custom reports, data migration, project schedule creation and management, implementation and training for a myriad of construction technology solutions, custom application development and expert technical support.
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Job Order Contracting Software
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Job Order Contracting Software and more! Building in Cloud (BiC) and the 4BT-PE/4BT-CE modules support LEAN COLLABORATIVE OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contract via Software as a Service (SaaS). Program Management, Project Management, Estimate Management, Document Management, Asset Management and Facility Management are included.
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Construction Estimating Made Easy
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 11, 2017
There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software, including flexibility, organization, and project management.
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The Era of Workforce Management is Here
Jobsite with Procore
JUNE 28, 2022
Over the past 20 years, contractors have implemented software solutions for managing estimating and accounting, and these achievements have helped contractors modernize their organizations. .
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2019 Construction Cost Estimating
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2019
B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. Detailed line item construction cost estimating optimally communicates scope of work while providing full financial transparency and visibility. Here’s a shortlist for your consideration and comment.
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Sage Intacct Construction Brings Financial Management to the Cloud
Construction Junkie
OCTOBER 21, 2020
There’s no doubt that one of the most important aspects of managing a construction project is being able to quickly and easily analyze your financials. Financials can be sorted, viewed, and filtered by project type, cost code, project manager, labor & material, and self-performed work vs. subcontracted work, among many other options.
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Are You Still Using Spreadsheets for Project Management?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 18, 2018
To keep things organized, most contractors use technology in some capacity to facilitate day-to-day workflows for project management , scheduling, accounting , estimating and more. For project management specifically, 46.1 For project management specifically, 46.1 Other project management software (28%).
5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software
Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2021
5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software. Construction software technology has not only helped general contractors but assisted trade contractors to provide their vital services and bring projects to completion. Here are five reasons to use mechanical contractor software: 1) Drawing & Design Planning. 3) Estimating.
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Public Sector Facilities Stewardship and Data-driven Decision Making
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The fundamental reason the assumptions most public sector professionals have are incorrect when it comes to life-cycle management of the built environment. Here are just a few of the incorrect assumptions held by many public sector organizations that result in excessive economic and environmental waste.
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Top 5 Challenges for Construction Project Managers
Fieldwire
AUGUST 6, 2023
In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Patrick is the CEO at Handle.com which builds software that helps contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers secure their lien rights and get paid faster.
FOUR PHASES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
There are four phases of project management which are required to manage projects efficiently on quality, time and costs. Defining and organizing the project: Defining project is the first step in the project management process. Organizing of the project is an important step towards planning of the project.
How to Select Construction Cost Estimating Software
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 16, 2015
Ok, so you have now grown your business or organization to a level that can no longer be supported by spreadsheets and you now need a dedicated construction cost software application. If you server the DOD, you may need software that is approved for Government networks (Army, Air Force, etc.). What are they using and why?
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Finding the Equipment Management Sweet Spot
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 29, 2018
To maximize equipment investments , one must first understanding the differences and relationship between ownership and operating costs, leverage the right tools and technologies to obtain accurate field data on performance and usage, then make data-driven decisions to optimize fleet management and maintenance.
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Advantages of Using Construction Estimating Software
Construction Cost Estimating
APRIL 30, 2014
Construction estimating software helps in simplifying the process of calculating the bottom line. The best construction estimators like ProContractorMX, Estimation and Bid4Build eliminate many common mistakes that could cost an estimator extra expenses.
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45 How to Connect Your Entire Project Team
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 19, 2018
Construction organizations are relying on modern software for accounting, field management, project management, bid management, design and more. The not-so-good news is that many organizations adopt software at the project or regional level, so it often doesn’t connect the entire business.
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3 Keys to a Better Bidding Process
Construction Business Owner
JULY 1, 2020
With only 37% of respondents reported to be taking full advantage of the preconstruction software available to them, it’s clear that successful digital transformation requires more than just purchasing software. Digital Transformation in Bid Management: Technology. Click below to download the guide today.
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What Causes Construction Project Delays?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 23, 2019
Working with cloud-based, integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page by providing equipment, materials and worker status visibility, project progress and productivity and timeline transparency — all in real time. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more.
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Top 10 ERP Solutions for Construction Firms
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. Business management software like ERP is built to handle this—but who can deliver? Though there are many things you need to focus on.
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Streamline Construction Photo Management with Machine Learning
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 9, 2022
You open your construction management software to view progress photos, but you’re quickly overwhelmed by the number of images in the gallery. It’s estimated that construction professionals spend 35% of their time on non-optimal activities like searching for information. Introducing autotags for photos in Autodesk Build .
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Behind the Build: Interview with Nate Schuetz, Construction Manager at Saltbox
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 12, 2022
Being a jack of all trades is something that Nate Schuetz, Construction Manager at Saltbox , knows something about. We recently had an opportunity to hear his insight on what it takes to be a construction manager at a startup. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Construction Manager. It happened by chance.
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The Five Basics of Fundamentally Sound Construction Operations
Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Accurate Estimating a. Take a consistent, organized approach (computer OR manual) c. Focus on managing your biggest risk- LABOR i. Estimate labor & equipment hours required for each major task e. Estimate labor & equipment hours required for each major task e. Provide the field the tools to succeed 1.
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The applications and advantages of construction cost estimating software
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 4, 2014
Presently, lots of contractors, architects as well as civil engineers utilize construction cost estimating software for determining the approximate cost of any construction project. Construction cost estimating software facilitates to prepare proper bid and budget.
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Facilities Operations & Maintenance Management
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 26, 2017
Facilities Operations & Maintenance Management considerations span several areas. Facilities Operations & Maintenance Management. A comprehensive written facilities management operations and maintenance manual and/or execution guide is a fundamental requirement. Budgeting/Capital Planning. Budgeting/Capital Planning.
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What Is Construction Management?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 13, 2022
Construction management is a term used to describe a service provided by construction managers (CMs), who are there to manage a project’s schedule and quality. Staying organized is a must, so all projects they work on can be kept on track. Jump to sections: What Is Construction Management?
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52 Top 10 Contractor Mistakes
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 14, 2019
Accidents will happen, but the more organized and prepared contractors and crews are, the better the chances of reducing such tragedies. Meanwhile, using cloud-based project and field-management software , crews can ensure safety collaboration is achieved, all proper steps are followed, and it all gets documented in one place.
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255 Software cost estimation with Construction Cost Model
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 7, 2012
Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Software cost estimation with Construction Cost Model. Dr. Barry Boehm developed the Construction Cost Model to be applied with the large majority of software projects. This model is utilized to estimate the costs and planning of software projects applying existing components.
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3 Principles of an Optimized Prequalification Workflow
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
Let’s be clear: as construction management firms are asked to take on more complex jobs and complete them in less time, success hinges on the ability to identify and mitigate subcontractor risks well before a project starts. . Project Management. Terri Jackson. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 15:16. Click below to download the ebook. . .
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How to Do a Takeoff in Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 23, 2022
With rising material costs and razor-thin margins, construction professionals must ensure that project costs and materials are precisely estimated so they can make accurate projections and optimize their bids. . While each project is unique, estimators often rely on years of knowledge of what materials are required to complete the project.
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Estimating and Costing in Civil Engineering Software
Construction Cost Estimating
NOVEMBER 20, 2011
Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Estimating and Costing in Civil Engineering Software. Estimator is a Civil Engineering Cost Estimation and Rate Analysis software for Architects, Builders, Contractors, Engineers, etc. With Estimator 2.0 Estimator is available for the Windows operating environments.
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51 LEAN Construction Project Delivery and Facilities Operations, Maintenance, and Life-cycle Management
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 30, 2018
An understanding of LEAN fundamentals and their application to O&M and overall Facilities Management is of great benefit to all participants and stakeholders. Promoting awareness and education with respect to LEAN O&M best management practices would drive significantly improved outcomes. Cost estimating. Construction.
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Why Projects Fail
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 13, 2020
First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The key to consistent delivery of successful projects therefore lies in the ability to account for and/or manage variations as they occur. As people naturally resist change, it is up to leadership to embrace and support change management.
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