Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 22, 2018

If there’s one thing the global construction industry expects, it’s the constant ebb and flow of economic change. Recent focal shifts in Australia’s construction sector, as well as a rising population, indicate a coming sea change in infrastructure spending and development. Australian Construction Market Report: A Brief Overview.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 19, 2018

In case you haven’t heard, construction software use is on the rise. By 2020, technology adoption in construction is expected to reach 70 percent, according to a 2017 report from McKinsey Global Institute. There has also been an increase in mobile device and cloud storage use at companies throughout the construction industry.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 4, 2020

Despite the value of actionable locally researched line item construction cost data, few real property owners in the public or private sector consider the need for improvement. First, relative prices for construction can change dramatically over time and have substantial impacts. Monitoring and controlling of construction cost.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 6, 2010

Analysis of the Relationship Between A Billings Index and Construction Spending. Due to the size and cyclicality of construction, a premium is placed on accurately predicting nonresidential construction trends, particularly at turning points in the construction cycle. by Kermit Baker and Diego Saltes.

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ENR Construction

JULY 20, 2021

The Accounting module unifies core functions—such as Budgeting, Corporate & Project Forecasting, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Job Costing—all in one place.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The main reason construction businesses implement an integrated project management system is for the visibility that they can gain over every aspect of a project. Here’s a list of key reports that you should be able to pull at any moment from your construction project management software: Basic Accounting Reports.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

While many businesspeople swear by hard work and technical proficiency as the key ingredients of success, within the construction industry, there is a broader understanding that success is built on more than just structural expertise and hard work. When is the Right Time to Implement Construction Accounting Software?

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Why Construction-Specific Accounting Software Costs More than Generic Accounting Software. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. With a slow and steady recovery predicted for the construction industry, many construction business owners are anticipating growth this year.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 7, 2019

Project managers face challenges in managing materials through the construction process — from constantly changing costs, dealing with lost or erroneous paperwork in the field and ensuring the right materials get to the right jobsite at the right time. Using Viewpoint’s Spectrum Construction Software , contractors like Manhattan, Kan.-based

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2017

More than 40 percent of heat-related worker deaths occur in the construction industry. The heat index takes both temperature and humidity into account, measuring how hot it really feels. As an employer, project manager, or site lead, pay attention to weather forecasts and keep the index handy. Account for acclimation.

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Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This article is part of Construction Junkie’s coverage of Groundbreak 2020 , Procore’s annual technology conference. 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. Sage will be in attendance in the virtual exhibitor hall.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 3, 2023

Northumberland based Howard Russell Construction has gone into administration. Accounts show that the company owed £4.4m In its forecast for this year Howard Russell was predicting a turnover of up to £80m based on a rising number of negotiated contracts. with 31 staff working at the company.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

At Viewpoint and throughout the construction industry, productivity has been a popular topic of discussion. People are right to be concerned, since in 2017, McKinsey Global Institute found the construction industry’s labor productivity only improved 1 percent globally over the past 20 years. Streamline Processes.

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Carol Hagen

DECEMBER 8, 2011

Construction company budgets are heavily weighted to the salary and compensation plans of their employees. Whether it’s the chief estimator, accountant or IT director, knowing what the going rates are in your area can help you budget and ultimately attract the best talent to your construction firm.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 8, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Zillow has revised its forecast and now predicts a bottom in 2012 at the earliest. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software?

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 5, 2020

Managing cash flow is a vital part of running a successful construction business. Cash flow forecasting is an incredibly valuable tool that helps you anticipate cash flow issues, plan for days when your cash flow is limited, and show the bank that you are prepared. Starting Cash + Cash In - Cash Out] = Cash Flow.

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Lets Build

MAY 11, 2020

The construction industry, along with all other sectors in the world, will never be the same because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of the ways the novel coronavirus crisis will reshape construction. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, many construction business owners were reluctant to adopt a flexible work arrangement.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 11, 2011

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Zillow has revised its forecast and now predicts a bottom in 2012 at the earliest. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software?

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2017

LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. The primary focus here is upon detailed line item construction cost estimates as they should be considered mandatory before any final construction project is approved and begun.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 10, 2017

As the overheads dimmed, Viewpoint CEO Manolis Kotzabasakis took the stage to welcome the almost 2,000 attendees of the largest construction software conference in the United States, the Viewpoint 2017 Collaborate User Conference , to the official start of the week. What’s in store. Together, we’re building the future!

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Carol Hagen

MAY 30, 2012

The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) has a hidden gem that outsiders are unaware of. This serves as a measurement of how you are doing compared to the “Best In Class” construction firms across the United States and provides your firm with goals to strive for. Have you used the benchmarker?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

Research from Gordian found that in 2023, the construction industry saw a 5.3% of construction materials in the RSMeans database experienced a significant cost increase, with an average increase of 19%. Utilize cost and estimation data Tap into historical and actual data to forecast and plan for expansion, repairs, and rehab.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Finding some certainty can make all the difference in the unpredictable construction business world. While the future remains a mystery, budgeting and cash flow forecasting tools can significantly reduce uncertainty, allowing you to anticipate challenges, learn from past events, and enhance your ability to navigate your business.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 26, 2024

Cash flow problems ensue, threatening the survival and growth of your construction business. However, careful planning and smart accounting practices can cushion or even avoid these financial blows. However, careful planning and smart accounting practices can cushion or even avoid these financial blows.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 11, 2013

There is some confusion about the differences between job costing accounting and regular accounting which leads some contractors to believe they can get what they need from any bookkeeper and the cheaper the better. Yet most contractors believe the complete opposite about construction; cheaper is not better. It is used to M.A.P.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 7, 2022

The past two years have been anything but ordinary, and frankly, we are having a tough time with the economic forecasts models we follow, including our internal ones.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 19, 2023

Sales and profit are two very different things – as a construction business owner, you can find yourself without the cash to pay bills despite making sales you knew were profitable. A cash flow forecast tracks cash flowing in and out of your business. The timing of these flows enables you to identify cash-rich and cash-lean periods.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 24, 2023

While incredibly rewarding, the construction industry is a challenging sector to work in for cost-focused business and project executives. Bank failures, rising interest rates, high material prices, and labor crunches are all making it more challenging for construction companies to protect, let alone, improve their margins.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Accounting is a critical aspect of any business. But when it comes to the complex nature of construction, accounting is a whole different beast. Because of this, accounting and the project team rely on each other to ensure information is accurate, so the project budget stays on track.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 31, 2022

Construction is always changing, which is why it’s worth keeping up with important statistics and developments across the industry. Like many other regions, APAC construction firms are also grappling with issues like labor skill gaps and rising supply costs. You’ll learn about: The current state of construction in APAC.

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Levelset

JULY 25, 2022

Construction companies need capital to get off the ground, stay in business, and keep growing. Several different types of capital — working capital , debt capital , and equity capital — are common in the construction industry. Construction companies need a solid understanding of capital to run a successful business. .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Construction projects benefit from maximizing efficiency. To generate profits in an industry known for razor-thin margins, firms need to maintain control over cost and schedule at every phase of construction. This is why so many firms end up saying, “We need the best all-in-one construction software.”

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 17, 2024

As the winter season sets in, it’s possible you will face unique challenges due to harsh weather conditions on your construction sites. Each year, weather delays 45% of construction projects, leading to a loss of revenue. To prepare for icy conditions, install fences or lay down erosion control blankets before the ground freezes.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Plus, “as many as 86% of projects are found to exceed their initial estimate, each construction project costing an average 28% more than anticipated.” Blown budgets result from many reasons, from poor communication and missing data to scope creep to external factors like material price increases.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Viewpoint Analytics: A Platform for Centralized Reporting — In this session Viewpoint software users learned how to better understand data and how it impacts projects, how achieving better construction business intelligence can lead to predictive analytics and forecasting and got a sneak peek at the Viewpoint Analytics solution being developed.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

A recent survey by Dodge Data & Analytics found that a significant majority of contractors (93%) indicated that their projects had been affected by rising construction costs due to supply chain issues. . To help you do that, this post covers the essentials of managing the supply chain in construction. Let’s dive in! .

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