Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 23, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Last week, we talked about the complexity of construction projects and the role of the project manager in managing the processes behind them. And these workers will undoubtedly change from project to project.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 13, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is the final installment in a five-part series on Construction Project Management — how innovative technologies and software are helping project managers streamline processes to build faster, smarter projects. Does it integrate well with accounting?

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2017

Teams used to organize those projects on paper, then spreadsheets, but now the most organized and easy-to-use solution for any construction project comes in the form of mobile project management software. Mobile project management software gains its mobility and ease of use by living in the cloud.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 5, 2023

Historically, accounting and IT departments have managed enterprise resource planning (ERP) environments and forced project management teams to make these solutions work for operations. ERPs can be configured to meet the needs of accounting teams, and their on-prem deployment allowed IT to control accessibility.

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Office Autodesk Accounting Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

ACC Connect is a no-code platform that allows project engineers, project managers and VDC managers to connect hundreds of common SaaS applications to Autodesk Construction Cloud. With ACC Connect, a project manager can configure integrations that work around their business needs, not the other way around. .

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Carol Hagen

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Update September 27, 2010: Project Manager views Job Alerts on iPad using Corecon Mobile. Update: Project Manager uses iPhone to access construction documentation. Construction Project Managers main line of communication is their mobile device. What’s missing? The Corecon Mobile solution.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Emerson Smith, Assistant Project Manager at Donohoe Construction Company , understands this fully and he’s a big fan of using technology to take care of tedious tasks. Walk us through your career and what led you to become an Assistant Project Manager. So I got a job as a project engineer in the service department.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 12, 2021

Construction accounting software is a must-have, but may seem daunting to implement new solutions if your accounting technology hasn’t kept up with the complexities of your growing business. That includes accounting. Sure, accounting may have a bit of a reputation for being mundane. Everything Is Moving All the Time.

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Carol Hagen

MAY 2, 2012

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.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 6, 2023

When it comes to construction projects, accounting and financial management are like the foundation of a building. These components are hidden behind the scenes but play a crucial role in a project's success. Unfortunately, most ERP and accounting software aren't built for construction project managers.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 3, 2020

If you run your business with disconnected project teams, you face delayed project updates, duplicate data entry, greater risk of errors and unnecessary costs. Can’t attend this webinar? Register now and listen later.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Having the integrated software to connect the office and field can help avoid costly project delays. In today’s fast-paced construction environment, speed and accuracy are critical to project success. That’s why it is vital for construction professionals on the jobsite to stay connected to the contractor’s back office.

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Software Software Mobility Viewpoint 223

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

If this is happening in your construction office it’s time to address the problem. If your construction accounting system doesn’t have at minimum a drag n drop feature for documents and emails, it’s time to look for an integrated, comprehensive replacement solution. ” These are compelling statistics.

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Mobility Office Documentation Construction 204

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 19, 2019

An entire project can come to a screeching halt while paper plans are replaced. Many project managers or supervisors keep a duplicate set of plans in field offices, but even those can get lost, or if changes were made to the current set that was being used, the backup may not reflect these.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

But these processes could be sowing division, especially when you look at how you hold people accountable within them. For example, in most construction organizations, a project manager is responsible for ensuring a job stays on budget. And accountants don’t know what it’s like to work in the field.

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Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

This pace will continue as construction project managers find the tools they learned about in college are replaced within 10 years of graduation. This is particularly noticeable between preconstruction to operations and finance, and from field to office. Construction Silo Solution. Construction Technology Challenges.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 19, 2018

Meanwhile, JBKnowledge’s Construction Technology Report noted that workflows like accounting, estimating and project management depend more and more on integrated software. In 2017 alone, Viewpoint issued more than 50 releases and updates across our office, team and field products.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 3, 2020

If you run your business with disconnected project teams, you face delayed project updates, duplicate data entry, greater risk of errors and unnecessary costs. Director of Product Management. Angela Bloomer.

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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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 4, 2017

Often, estimating, accounting and project management are handled through different systems. Problems that directly lessen the profitability of projects. When everyone is using different systems, it can lead to misunderstandings between those in the office and those in the field. This can lead to bigger problems.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 7, 2019

But along the way, those material costs can start to add up, especially if the materials aren’t procured and managed properly. Accounting for all of the materials tickets produced by aggregate and lumber haulers can be a challenge. Spectrum Ticketing (below) streamlines the processes with real-time tracking.

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Materials Software Software Management 247

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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

Improve Project Management. Managing projects in construction is a complex set of tasks that involves overseeing a lot of people, equipment, materials and timelines. Modern project management software solutions are helping managers keep track of it all more efficiently, often from a single, integrated database.

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Products Software Software Project Management 221

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Specialty trades contractors are typically forced to use whatever project management software that the General Contractor or project owner of each project requires, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t benefits to having a project management system of their own. via Procore. via Procore.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 31, 2013

Is Xero Accounting Online Working For Your Construction Company? In fact they don''t want channels they just want to start and finish construction projects. In fact they don''t want channels they just want to start and finish construction projects. What Is Xero Accounting Online Doing Or Not Doing?

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

In fact, there are numerous examples which show that irrespective of the hard work and precision which is put into place for each and every project, failure to pair this with an effective construction accounting and expense control strategy which drives back-end decision making, can be the difference between success and failure.

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Industrial Accounting Viewpoint Construction 130

Lets Build

MAY 11, 2022

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. These preliminaries, also called prelims, cover costs for an entire construction project—not for specific work sections or activities. Management and administrative costs.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

In the fast-paced and intricate world of project management, having the right tools and technologies can make all the difference. Hodari Africa , a leading project management firm, recognised the limitations of traditional document-sharing platforms and sought a more robust solution to enhance their construction workflows.

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Autodesk Construction Project Management Environment 124

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 25, 2014

Project managers in the field keep the accounting team in the office continually ?apprised apprised of the project’s status and immediately alert them when any necessary changes or issues arise. Meanwhile, the accounting team has a full view and understanding of the project from pre-bid to closeout.'

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

The ability to share data seamlessly between the field and office, and across entire project teams in real time are really helping clients boost productivity and profitability. Philip Zak, CCIFP, CPA, has worked with the construction industry for more than 25 years providing various accounting, project management and advisory services.

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CFMA Conference Viewpoint Education 173

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Fast Easy Presentation For Year-End QuickBooks Or Xero Accounting Online. In thirty minutes or less Randal will show you the fast easy accounting checklists his office uses to prepare their client’s QuickBooks and Xero Accounting Online files for the year end. Thursday, December 05, 2013 6:30PM - 8:30PM.

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Accounting Project Management Contractors Management 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 31, 2013

In fact they don''t want channels they just want to start and finish construction projects. Most Contractors Don''t Want Xero Accounting Software - QuickBooks software or any other construction software for that matter. What Is Xero Accounting Software Doing Or Not Doing? How Do You Want Xero To Change?

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Accounting Contractors Software Software 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 1, 2014

We Are Construction Accountants. No need to screen applicants, make risky hiring decisions, provide benefits, payroll taxes, pay for continuing education and invest thousands of dollars for office space, computers, printers, scanners, coffee, tea, snacks, hardware and all of the software an in-house bookkeeper needs to do the job right.

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Accounting Contractors Project Management Cash Flow 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Did You Have Trouble Setting Up Xero Accounting Online? You are not alone, it is an accounting program built to satisfy the needs of accountants with an attempt to make it easy for non-accountants. Xero Accounting Online Setup is not as complicated as QuickBooks setup projects. Set up your Chart of Accounts.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 8, 2014

When John Doe* (not his real name) opened his residential remodeling company, he did just about everything himself from creating construction proposals to paying the rent, processing payroll, preparing quarterly tax returns, reconciling checking and credit card accounts and paying bills. You Dont Want To Manage A Bookkeeping Staff.

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Accounting Construction Contractors Project Management 48