Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Data Security in the Cloud » Collaborating on Cash flow. The topic of cash flow never seems to get old – after all, sustained negative cash flow often results in slashing budgets, personnel, and in the worst cases shutting down of a company. Technology for Collaboration & Cash Flow.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

While there are numerous reasons to change software applications, there are two that regularly come up in our discussions with prospective clients: cash flow control and project cost control. Back to Cash Flow. change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. construction.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

And true data analytics is more than just tracking traditional job costs and cash flow. Closely tracking things like job costs, change orders, material and equipment usage and worker productivity from your projects can help better forecast future work and lead to smarter bidding. Bidding Smarter and Winning More Work.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

Implement centralized and connected bid management Bid management sometimes feels like a whirlwind, where you’re tasked to review a slew of projects and go over numerous documents and information. Doing so enables you to eliminate potential change orders and pay applications, ultimately leading to better cash flow.

Profitability 98

Profitability Bidding Estimating Risk 98

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

« A Change (Order) for the Better? Judging Tipis » Some Advice on Change Orders. I was talking with John Chaney this week, and he mentioned that he was going to blog about how change orders affect construction management. change orders. document management. Add new tag.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

cnstrctr

JULY 1, 2019

The second reason is for cash flow. These reports should summarize the overall budget, potential change orders, cash flow, risks and more. Changes – identify changes by a reference number, status of them and the value. Providing a cash flow graph should be mandatory in every report.

Cash Flow 60

Cash Flow Forecasting Construction Contract 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 2, 2021

This can affect everything from the bidding process to change order management, your team’s efficiency, and ultimately, your bottom line. Effective cost management sets the standard for all project costs and affects all phases of a project including planning, design, estimation, change orders, and specialty contractors.

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Management Change Orders Construction Budgeting 52

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Project Document Management : Your Communication Strategy. Because some very specific documents are created and used throughout the life of a typical construction project, these documents can serve as the center of your communications strategy. Document availability. Document relevance. Document Tracking.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

In turn, profit fade can dramtically affect cash flow and hinder the possibility of booking new jobs. Learn how better change order management and forecasting can help prevent profit fade. change orders. document management. The good news? There are strategies that can minimize this issue.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Discussion about change order difficulties tends to be one of two types.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The right tools and documents make it easier to complete project closeout and keep customers satisfied. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. Delayed change order resolution. Common Project Closeout Problems.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Some of the top problems GCs face are three documentation processes that, while important for communication and liability, take time away from actually building. . The submittal log , in short, is a list of all documents that the contractor is required to provide to the design team to ensure that the project is following the spec book.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Documentation Construction 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 5, 2023

They are implementing project and field management tasks, document controls, and third-party collaboration to extend beyond the internal focus of an ERP. Implement webhooks and get notifications for any changes in app data. It allows you to schedule the frequency of syncs and reduce the risk of data loss while streamlining workflows.

Office 52

Office Autodesk Accounting Project Management 52

Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Many contractors haven’t taken advantage of digital document solutions, and the ones that have are still dealing with high volumes of data. change orders. document management. Contractors in today’s marketplace are caught in the middle of a paper and paperless culture. Managing this information overload can be difficult.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Keeping documents as electronic files reduces paper waste and clutter in your office because you can get rid of the filing cabinets. Electronic filing also gives you the ability to search with simple keyword terms, so you can find documents faster. Archiving documents. change orders. document management.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Look for software that does a better job providing applications based on the workflow of a project from cradle to grave, and that provides web-based anywhere-any time visibility into job progress, profitability, change management, and more for everyone who involved in the success of a job. Next Generation of Document Management.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Consider these three vital areas: Construction Project Documents: How do you move documents through your organization? When documents are created or modified, are the appropriate people notified? There are a number of software packages out there that allow document sharing. change orders. Add new tag.

Construction 121

Construction Documentation Software Software 121

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 18, 2011

Other common reports bonding agents will look at include income statements, balance sheets, statements of cash flow, and job specific invoice aging reports. change orders. document management. This report illustrates how a contractor bills a client versus the work they have actually completed. Add new tag.

Cash Flow 168

Cash Flow Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Document Management. With the current levels of detail required by industry standards, code compliance and also by the different disciplines, the number of documents required for a project is huge. Keeping track of what’s current in that huge set of documents and making sure others on your team are using current documents are critical.

Bidding 149

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 149

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Meet with them before every project to discuss not only the contractual provisions for scope of work and change orders, but also what you bid and why. Owners need your help to meet their goals, and they may be more amenable to approving change orders while you’re still on the job. change orders. Add new tag.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Venture tools are built to give contractors visibility and control over three key areas of construction operations: Documentation. Document Management. It’s no secret that documents play a vital role in the construction process from beginning to end. change orders. document management. Communication.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Bring all your financial documents to the initial meeting. When you approach your chosen lender(s), be open about your financial situation, including any typically slow work and cash-flow periods. change orders. document management. Crunch the numbers – Banks like proactive business owners. Add new tag.

Banking 120

Banking Construction Cash Flow Finance 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

I know from my days as a general contractor that plans and specifications are altered continuously as subcontractors become involved, materials are changed, and change orders are issued. change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 12, 2012

There is only one method that will help manage cash flow and save money on taxes. Complex Invoicing - With multiple deposits, payments, change orders, payment history and running totals your customer can follow. Cloud based document storage. Job Deposits - Customer down payments can be input several ways.

Remodeling 73

Remodeling Contractors Cash Flow Work in Progress 73

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 20, 2011

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Software 120

Software Software Construction Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Collaborating on Cash flow » The Year of Mobile Technology? change orders. document management. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. « Apps and Web-based Software: A Tale of Two Trends. Add new tag. business development. communication.

Mobility 120

Mobility Cash Flow Construction Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

So, I took some photos, wrote an RFI attached the photos to the document and sent it to the architect noting its urgent status. Do you have a process for organizing, storing and attaching all supporting documentation for an issue? Some, if not most issues revolve around document management and project team communication.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Sometimes, as you know, project documents can devote an entire plan sheet or spec section to a list of abbreviations and acronyms. A lot of this communication revolves around the project documentation. change orders. document management. ALICE is one of my favorites of the 205 Official Army Acronyms. Add new tag.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

Finally, the programmers that do the actual coding will receive the final specifications document. They will study the document and then meet with the analyst to thoroughly review all aspects of the specifications. change orders. document management. Concerns, questions, and suggestions will be made. Add new tag.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 185

Construction Software Software Accounting 185

Construction Business Owner

MAY 7, 2012

From applications that make your meetings and webinars more collaborative to document management and social media apps to help you and your team organize, it seems collaboration is everywhere. change orders. document management. CBO Visits Equipment Manufacturers » Customer Collaboration & Construction Software.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

We are officially in fall, so grab some hot chocolate and let’s discuss why, despite available document imaging technology, people still use paper. People want to have access at any given time to all of their documents. We have to put a premium on easy in order to succeed. change orders. document management.

Construction 120

Construction iPad Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction. Construction Accounting Software. construction management. construction management software. construction operations. construction safety. Construction Software. construction technology. Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2013

Not using Additional Work Orders or Change Orders (Click For FREE Change Order Template). Cash flow issues kill contractors even though they have profit. Changes in their operations due to contingencies beyond their control. Poor document management results in overpaying taxes.

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Cash Flow Construction Change Orders Contractors 48