HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

It’s well-worth the investment when it boils down to giving us the information we need to create an accurate budget. There are certainly situations when it makes sense for the client to go with a particular brand, such as when they have a national account covering all their facilities across the country.

Budgeting 337

Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337

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. Accounting and project management software were among the most prevalent types of software used by contractors last year.

Software 217

Software Software Contractors Change Orders 217

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2024

Collaboration, Integrated Information and the Project Lifecycle in Building Design, Construction and Operation.” References: AIA (2007). References: AIA (2007). Integrated Project Delivery: A Guide.” The American Institute of Architects (AIA), Washington, DC AGC (2010). Construction Users Roundtable (CURT).

Procurement 244

Procurement Construction DC AIA 244

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 17, 2023

Consistently delivering quality projects on time and on budget simply requires leadership, accountability, and commitment. This can only occur with the associated used of robust process and standardized information. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.

Travel 241

Travel Construction Subcontracting CSI 241

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 17, 2018

There are the dozens, if not hundreds of people to keep informed and working, often at several different locations. Project managers have to account for the physical building, bridge or highway work, as well as water lines, sewer lines, electricity, rights of way and easements, drainage, environmental compliance and more.

Project Management 214

Project Management Management Capterra Software 214

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Unfortunately, many contractors are still relying on non-integrated, on-premise software solutions, which often means data reporting is delayed between the field and office, and those tasked with analyzing project productivity are often working from information that is days, weeks, even months old. Subcontractor Schedules and Compliance.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

million in rework alone, accounting for 14 percent of all rework performed in 2020. The Daily Data Diet: Information Creation in Numbers.”. PS: Strategies in place to collect, manage, and analyze usable data drive benefits such as fewer project delays and budget overruns, less rework, fewer change orders and reduced safety incidents.

Aconex 244

Aconex Aconex Remodeling Budget 244

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 4, 2017

Critical information isolated in technological silos prevents efficient problem-solving and planning. Off-the-shelf solutions and spreadsheets make information difficult to retrieve and share. Often, estimating, accounting and project management are handled through different systems. Change orders can delay the process.

Software 130

Software Software Change Orders Project Management 130

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Change orders are a critical aspect of project execution. This comprehensive guide will walk you through what change orders are, why they are important, and how they are managed effectively. What Are Change Orders? For a more detailed overview of how change orders work, check out ProjectManager.com.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders ProCore Construction Documentation 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. « Considering New Accounting Software? As I said, be sure to talk with your CPA or tax specialist so that you know what you qualify for before making any purchases—whether it’s construction accounting software or a back hoe, you’ll want to make sure you’re informed!

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

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. This single source of data prevents errors and reduces wasted time, since people don’t have to go digging for information in multiple platforms and then wonder if the information is current.

Products 221

Products Software Software Project Management 221

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 8, 2019

Construction Change Order Best Management Practices. Definition of a construction change order: A construction change order is work that is added to or deleted from the originally agreed upon and contracted scope of work which alters the original contract amount and/or completion date. Change Order Impacts.

Change Orders 100

Change Orders Contract Negotiation Management 100

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Accessing the often vast amount of information surrounding a project is just step one. Project managers are used to logging information – job progress, change orders, labor, weather, and so on. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 6, 2018

That outdated project information can make it hard to accurately gauge current job costs or work in progress. Often, project managers work with information culled together in reports generated in software systems that cannot pull data until it is fully processed or individual phases of the project are completed.

Project Management 189

Project Management Management Software Software 189

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Despite the wonder and awe that spreadsheet users feel about their worksheet creations, these applications (gasp) might not be (horror) the best tool for up-to-date, accurate information, or flexible reporting capabilities. But should you rely on spreadsheets for accounting and jobs analysis?

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

The teams in the field often rely on capturing data via spreadsheets and sending an email to someone in the back office—or they wait until they can physically get to the office to enter information that will affect other processes. As companies grow, their overhead expenses can also grow.

Management 217

Management Viewpoint Software Software 217

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes.

Schedule 232

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Effective project management means controlling the data flow and staying on top of transmittals, submittals, RFIs, email communications, change orders, materials, inventory, job cost and WIP reports, labor hours and wages, union rules, safety regulations, insurance and bonding, compliance data and a whole lot more.

Project Management 173

Project Management Management Contractors Software 173

Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Connecting within the Construction Company » Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload. Managing this information overload can be difficult. With so many sources of information, it’s never been more important to take charge and develop a business information plan.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. The end of December didn’t just bring about New Year’s resolutions – it brought the end of the yearly accounting cycle. Needless to say, most accounting departments are rather busy right now. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. STRATEGY |.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Each of these team members has a vested interest in receiving information about the project and, in return, contributing their expertise to the project. Technology makes efficiently sharing and using this information possible. Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 27, 2022

Lack of change order collaboration between owners and GC’s. These issues become even more pronounced when dealing with change orders and increased costs. To promote better collaboration between teams, you can bring your contracts directly into Autodesk Build to speed up the change order process.

Management 98

Management Change Orders Autodesk Budget 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Bridge | Share As-Built Exports – Leveraging Bridge, Project Admins can now easily share as-built exports across projects or accounts. This helps teams share and centralize relevant information to external teams throughout the project, especially during handover. This is managed by admins within the change order tab in settings.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products Change Orders BIM 105

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Research to gather information. Our lead analyst organizes information into logical components and processes. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

There are a ton of moving parts on each project, from the estimate, to ordering materials and equipment, to billing, and having that information where and when you need it can make all the difference.

Sage 145

Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Rather than looking in the review mirror after a job is complete and realizing you’re over budget, make sure you have the ability to import estimates, manage change orders, report on committed costs, and allow your employees in the field remote access. Tags accounting.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 1, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. « Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload. A few weeks ago, I discussed how construction management and operations groups need to work with the same information to keep project teams moving in the same direction. Information Push. Information Pull. STRATEGY |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

Account Level Cost Management Library Templates . Collaborative Potential Change Order Workflow* . Last year , we released the ability to share Sheets across accounts or between projects within the same accounts. Cost Management | Account Level Cost Management Library Templates – coming soon .

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Schedule Mobility Change Orders 105

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. So making sure everyone on your team has the information they need should be a priority. Take a look at how information is shared internally and externally. Does everyone who needs project information have easy access to it? Tags accounting. accounting software.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective. The reliance on outdated information (more the three month old) can introduce significant error. Primary data sources should be used whenever possible.

Estimating 246

Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 246

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

That’s why having sophisticated accounting and construction contract management software in place is so critical, because it means the contractor’s construction management team can simply focus on completing the project and leave it to the accounting team to ‘keep score.’ Managing the Moving Pieces.

Software 120

Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

See the information you need to see in formats that make sense to you. Spectrum’s flexible reporting structure allows you to keep real time tabs on every aspect of your businesses such as job profit trends, change order status, over/under billing, responses to bid invitations, and much more. Construction Accounting.

Software 130

Software Software Construction Change Orders 130

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 12, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. A Change (Order) for the Better? The best Support offers multiple means of communication, timely responses, and thorough information. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software. STRATEGY |. SOFTWARE |.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 19, 2022

Admin Console | Export Account Members . Reports | Additional Project Filters for Account Level Reports . Cost Management | Flexible Change Order Display Option within Cost Payment Application Tab* . Admin Console | Export Account Members . Highlighted Releases . Issues | BCF Export. Cost Management

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products Mobility Accounting 105

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 19, 2012

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Because more and more, information is moving from isolated “silos” and into shared environments where everyone has access to the information they need when they need it. Tags accounting. accounting software. change orders. Construction Accounting Software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Conference 120

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

If the Contractor requires additional information to clarify the Detailed Scope of Work before preparing the Job Order Proposal, the Contractor will make such request so that the Job Order Proposal can be submitted on time. All Supplemental Job Orders follow the same workflow and procedures as the original work order.

Change Orders 130

Change Orders Procurement Contractors Contract 130