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| Page 1 of 9 | Previous | Next | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES OCTOBER 7, 2011 Understanding Construction Software Pricing Both types of cost make up the true cost of construction software purchase. Upfront Costs include: Software applications price. Oracle licensing costs for Oracle based software). Unknown but known surprises – some construction accounting software vendors know there are certain issues that come up again and again during implementation but fail to incorporate those into the contract to keep costs down. Maintenance costs which provide little or nothing – typically construction software vendors will charge 18-22% of the initial purchase price of the software. | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES JUNE 21, 2011 Top 10 User Friendly Features of Construction Software In the broadest sense, user friendly software is something you might find appealing in terms of how a particular software for construction looks and the ease of navigating the menus, entering data and accessing information. But behind this simple explanation lie many subtleties that escape most users when evaluating construction software , including construction accounting software and project management software, for its user friendly characteristics. Construction Accounting Software Construction Softwareby Sheldon Needle. | | | | | | | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES JULY 21, 2011 The Importance of Leadership Skills in Software Selection software selectionBy Sheldon Needle. What is a leader? leader is someone who organizes and manages various resources to achieve a specific goal. Let’s take a look at some of the notable qualities of a leader. Decisive - doesn’t endlessly contemplate pros and cons but is willing to make decisions. Willing to take a stand – challenges the status quo, takes a position even if it’s not politically correct. Trust themselves - Confident but not arrogant. Persistent – knows and trusts their instincts to keep moving toward their goal. In one word, we might just say someone with courage. | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES APRIL 17, 2012 Five critical traits your software champions should have Competent leadership is the is the single most important criteria in selecting and using construction software successfully. 1.Experience i n Software Implementation. Learning the ins and outs of software evaluation and implementation on-the-fly will jeopardize your initiative. That’s why your construction software champion must have prior experience evaluating and implementing software. Your construction software champion must understand how your company operates. Choose a construction software champion you can trust. Look for these qualities. | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES APRIL 20, 2012 Construction Software Selection – Three important but often overlooked issues There are several under the radar screen issues that are important but often overlook when screening contractor software solutions. Construction Accounting Software Construction Software Software SelectionOnline user documentation – Users rarely check out the qualify of user documentation. They just assume it’s probably all right. The fact is that the quality of user documentation will tell you a lot about the vendor you may be working with. Use Microsoft Office as a standard to see if what you are buying is up to snuff when staff needs help. | CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES FEBRUARY 26, 2012 Sources to Help you Make a Construction Software Selection Decision In former times, about the only way to identify the best software to look at would be from a CFMA survey (not unbiased to be sure), visiting trade shows, recommendations from friends, or by seeing advertisements in trade magazines. By typing in search terms like construction software , construction software reviews, or compare job accounting software and the like, you will come across dozens of potential options. These will include websites which provide “expert software advice” and a list of the “top” packages or simply warmed over vendor sales literature. | | | | | | | | | - Importance of Equipment Management Software Applications for Mid-Market Contractors
This article focuses on the use of construction software to manage and mitigate risk exposure associated with equipment service and associated record keeping along with financial record keeping for financial reporting purposes. Construction Accounting Software Construction Software Construction Management Software equipment management equipment management softwareLarger organizations of virtually any type now have risk management departments. To read the complete post, go to CTSGuides.com. MORE >> -
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012 Construction Accounting Software Selection is Strategic Is this Your Construction Accounting Software Selection Process? Choosing a Construction Accounting Software Solution can be a daunting task. It’s the vision of where you are going, recognizing that today’s construction accounting software impacts more than the finance department. Decisions on accounting software are no longer left up to just the controller or CFO. Standardization offers advantages and working with an all Microsoft or all Oracle-based system minimizes security holes, reduces software development time and eases support complexities. MORE >> -
CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2012 Workflow Approach to Choosing Construction Software This post discusses some of the why’s and how’s of BPR that make it so important to any construction software selection project. When a vendor says they offer software to support workflow requirements, they mean that they have built into the software the capability to support a unique aspect of a business’ operations. For example in the new Version 18 of Masterbuilder there is an alerting system which allows the user to define multiple business rules and have the software run a scheduled task and report any findings via an e-mail to staff or on the updated Dashboard. MORE >> -
Can Construction Estimating Software Help You Win Bids? Software Advice is a company who helps those in selected industries choose the best software for the business. Below is a write up from Derek Singleton at Software Advice regarding its Construction Estimating survey. Software Advice surveyed the industry and their findings are indicated below: Guest Post: Derek Singleton, ERP Analyst, Software Advice. “At Software Advice, we spend a lot of time reviewing construction software of every variety. The companies that responded to the survey represent a variety of trades and company sizes. MORE >> - Using project management software for change order management
First, as with any software based system, it is important to know the specific workflows on how changes will be processed throughout both the company and any outside stakeholders (e.g Once the company understands what and how they want things to be done, they are in a much better position to evaluate software options. Construction Management Software Construction Project Management UncategorizedChange Orders can affect as much as 10% of of the value of contracts. Taking that kind of hit can obviously have a major impact on job profits and schedule. MORE >> - New Update to LMN’s Budgeting and Estimating Software LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2011
- More New Reports for LMN’s Estimating Software LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2012
- Business Development for Construction and the AEC Industry CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | MONDAY, MAY 9, 2011
- “Value pricing” for pricing software CONSTRUCTION MARKETING IDEAS | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2011
- Shoot yourself in the foot budget CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012
- Field Service Software Allows Managers to do More with Less THE SMART VAN | WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011
- Contractors Project Management driven decision also affects the accounting solution CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES | WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
- test CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE GUIDES | THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2012
- 4 Tips in Managing the Service Management Software Selection Process THE SERVICE COACH | FRIDAY, JULY 8, 2011
- Everyday is Thanksgiving on Social Networks CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2011
- Estimating Benchmarks in 2012 CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2012
- Construction Software Partly Cloud(y) CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2010
- Does a BIM Requirement Stop You From Bidding? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2012
- Arizona Construction Salary Survey Says… CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2012
- Construction Industry LinkedIn Statistics CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012
- Construction Photography Best Practices CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2012
- Top 30 LinkedIn Groups for Construction Business Development CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012
- Construction: What’s Your “X” factor? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2011
- LMN Software Update – Monday, Oct 24, 2011 LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2011
- Architecture and Planning Industry Stats on LinkedIn CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2012
- The Construction Office Imperative: Digitize, Go Paperless and Mobile CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2012
- Great User Experience Key to Adoption THE SMART VAN | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011
- Construction Communications and the Email Tidal Wave CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011
- Construction PDFs: How General Contractors Streamline Processes CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012
- 3 Paths to Faster ROI for Field Technologies THE SMART VAN | FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2011
- Cloud-Based Software Uses Geolocation to Organize Fleets THE SMART VAN | MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2011
- 4 Tips in Managing the Service Management Software Selection Process THE SERVICE COACH | FRIDAY, JULY 8, 2011
- The Making of a Software Demo Video for a B2B Service Offering THE SERVICE COACH | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011
- New Technology TEMPEST BLOG | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011
- Smarter Landscape Estimating – How to do Faster, More Accurate Takeoffs From.PDF Drawings LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2012
- Tips to Ease the Pain of Switching Systems THE SMART VAN | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2011
- Has the Construction Industry Noticed This in LinkedIn Today? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2011
- Interview: Talking Cloud, the iPad and Future of Field Service THE SMART VAN | MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2011
- Poor Communication is the Biggest Time Waster for Plumbers TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012
- GPS Tracking Software Catches Service Technicians’ Mileage Fraud THE SMART VAN | TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2011
- Are Field Service Firms Still Wary of the Cloud? THE SMART VAN | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2011
- Construction Collaboration: PDF Secrets Part 1 – Estimating Takeoff CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2011
- How to Choose the Correct Field Service Software for Your Organization THE SMART VAN | MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2011
- New Software Improves Communication in the Field with Two-Way Texting THE SMART VAN | FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2011
- Construction Collaboration: PDF Secrets Part 2 – On-line Meeting for PDF Changes Now or Later CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 2011
- Construction Plan and 3D Model Markups will Never Be the Same CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012
- Construction Collaboration: PDF Secrets Part 3 – Large Format Drawings and Markups CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2011
- CFMA Conference Winners Were the Attendees CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2011
- Taking Your Field Service Organization Digital? 3 Factors to Consider Before You Invest THE SMART VAN | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2011
- 3 Things To Ask Your Mechanics Lien Company CONSTRUCTION LIEN BLOG | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2012
- The Making of a Software Demo Video for a B2B Service Offering THE SERVICE COACH | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011
- Construction Project Management Questions and Answers CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 2010
- Software in New Ford and Toyota Fleet Vehicles Analyzes Driver Behavior THE SMART VAN | TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2011
- Microsoft Takes My Advice on Skype CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2011
- Xoom for the Construction Project Manager CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 2011
- 3 Tips On Choosing A Work Order Management System THE SERVICE COACH | WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills Double GOLD at the E-Learning Awards 2011 TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011
- Apps for LinkedIn – Words of Wisdom for Developers CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009
- 85% of Landscape Contractors Lose Profit to 1 Simple Estimating Error LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2011
- Keep Your Tech in the Cloud, Your Head in the Game THE SMART VAN | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
- Digital Signage Software program – Dynamic Advertising Instrument CONSTRUCTION MARKETING UK | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2011
- Postage Rates May Significantly Increase in 2012 Affecting The Cost Of Sending Notices CONSTRUCTION LIEN BLOG | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills shortlisted at E-Learning Awards TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2011
- SEO Checklist TRADESMEN INSIGHTS | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2011
- Beat the Heat with These 4 Field Service Scheduling and Dispatch Tips THE SERVICE COACH | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011
- Comcast Vows to Halve Despised Service Window Wait Times by 2012 THE SMART VAN | THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2011
- Come Visit LMN at GIE Expo 2011 in Louisville, KY LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2011
- Collaborative Construction Blog: Report on BIM & the Bottom Line Event COLLABORATIVE CONSTRUCTION | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2010
- Augmented Reality Now: How 3D Visualization is Changing the. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2010
- 30 Story Hotel Built in China in 15 Days COLLABORATIVE CONSTRUCTION | SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 2012
- Warehouses Go Green GREEN GODDESS | THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2012
- 2012 Site Redesign and Free WordPress Theme HOME BUILDING | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2012
- Turbo Tax For Mechanics Liens – GPS Guidance Through Mechanics Lien Process CONSTRUCTION LIEN BLOG | MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012
- Mobile Website Marketing For Construction Brands: The Fundamentals CONSTRUCTION MARKETING BLOG | MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2012
- Distribution Update: Emerson sells motor business to Japanese firm DISTRIBUTION UPDATE | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2010
- Cloud Computing for Small and Mid-sized Law Firms CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS | FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2012
- Presentation Idea Using Google Maps Street View DARREN SLAUGHTER | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2012
- Email Marketing For Contractors DARREN SLAUGHTER | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2011
- sharepoint savvy? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
- A Third Industrial Revolution? COLLABORATIVE CONSTRUCTION | MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2012
- Train4TradeSkills Triumphs with Double Gold at the E-Learning Awards 2011 TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2011
- Dirt Talk: Do We Need a New DTM Algorithm? TIM FAUSCH'S BLOG | SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2011
- email records retention can be tricky CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2009
- Nest: The Coolest (or Warmest, Depending) Thermostat Out There THE SMART VAN | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2012
- Social Media networking: Is Empire Avenue the ultimate Social Media CV or a game like Farmville? CONSTRUCTION MARKETING UK | MONDAY, MAY 16, 2011
- New Career Center Launching for CMA CONSTRUCTION MARKETING BLOG | THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2011
- Apps and Podcasts for Every Welder Get Your Welding Help On The Go WELD MY WORLD | TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2011
- ABB to acquire Baldor Electric DISTRIBUTION UPDATE | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2010
- document scanning via your cell phone? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | MONDAY, JULY 6, 2009
- Construction Marketing Tip – Getting Started With Video DARREN SLAUGHTER | THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 2011
- Looking For A RockStar – Zlien Now Hiring CONSTRUCTION LIEN BLOG | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011
- Why Budgeting is the Answer to Better Business Management and. LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK | MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011
- Construction Email: Friend or Foe? CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY | THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2012
- FREE Webcast! YouTube and Video Best Practices CONSTRUCTION MARKETING BLOG | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2011
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