Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 3, 2025

From project management software to drones and Building Information Modeling (BIM), construction business owners leverage these tools to enhance productivity, improve safety, and boost profitability. The construction industry has also experienced a significant transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements.

Construction 127

Construction Accounting BIM Profitability 127

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

Planning for construction costs can mean the difference between making a decent profit and barely breaking even. When you’re dealing with jobs that are in the six, seven, and even eight figure budgets, project management can become very complex with many variables to account for.

Viewpoint 214

Viewpoint Contractors Inventory Profitability 214

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 7, 2018

Viewpoint’s Digital Contractor Roadshow is kicking off soon and we are on our way to a city near you ! Steve’s session will: – Introduce a relevant strategy framework and techniques for data collection and analytic integration to fuel profitability. Gregg is a principal and consulting manager for FMI Construction.

Contractors 219

Contractors Consulting Project Management Management 219

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Anyone who has managed a construction company, department, or project knows profitability can be challenging. Intense competition, fluctuating market conditions and other factors often result in tight profit margins. Even with numerous challenges, specialty contracting can be profitable. In-Demand Expertise.

Profitability 98

Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98

Lets Build

JANUARY 6, 2023

Setbacks like supply chain disruptions and rising energy prices are putting pressure on residential construction profit margins. And for many construction companies that operated on slim profit margins before those setbacks, even the smallest cost overruns can result in loss-making projects.

Profitability 144

Profitability Residential Software Software 144

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 9, 2018

If there’s one thing all contractors are interested in, it’s cutting costs. Construction projects all too easily run over budget and behind schedule, and in an industry with thin profit margins, that can be a big problem. Rethink Project Management.

Contractors 189

Contractors Software Software BIM 189

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. Adopting software doesn’t mean you have to change processes or workflows — it’s about enhancing them with automation, reporting, historical record keeping and bulk actions that improve your business performance and profitability.

Software 177

Software Software Contractors Electrical 177

Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

General contractors are at the forefront of almost every construction project. They plan and coordinate, budget, and supervise a variety of projects from beginning to end. What is a general contractor? Now, let’s get into the specifics of general contractor salaries and the factors that affect their pay.

Contractors 148

Contractors Profitability Management Schedule 148

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Considering contractors face ongoing high pressure to perform and operate with razor-thin profit margins, there’s no doubt: construction is a challenging industry. Many contractors experience data frustrations ranging from waiting on IT to build a custom report to trying to make a critical business decision without proper data.

Contractors 204

Contractors Cash Flow Construction Management 204

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. Leading-edge software and technology are helping contractors streamline construction processes with tools for mobile data capture, automated workflows and more.

Products 221

Products Software Software Project Management 221

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

From estimating and project management practices to compensation and business management, contractors are finding a “new normal” in every aspect of their business. There’s no doubt that economic conditions change the way we all do business, and this has been especially true over the past several years.

Estimating 205

Estimating Compensation Bidding Construction 205

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. Contractors are shaking off the chains of traditionally low levels productivity and profitability. Why Viewpoint Construction Software?

Software 200

Software Software Viewpoint Construction 200

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

With the advent of so many new construction technologies, general contractors are currently sitting at a fork in the digital road. Business Development has visibility on people (and their respective skill sets) coming off projects to align pursuit projects that would be a good fit. Breaking down regional silos.

Profitability 98

Profitability Florida Georgia Organization 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

There’s an industry transformation happening in construction, driven by modern technology, and these changes are significantly elevating construction management. Contractors are finding ways to modernize their businesses with software that improves productivity and mitigates risks, while increasing their bottom line.

Management 217

Management Viewpoint Software Software 217

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Table of Contents: What is Construction Management Software? The Benefits of Construction Management Software. Key Features to Look for in Construction Project Management Software. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software. What is Construction Project Management Software?

Project Management 98

Project Management Software Software Management 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 2, 2019

Today’s leading construction firms operate as digital contractors that take advantage of the latest technologies to gain competitive edges. As uncertainty lurks in the future of construction industry spending , contractors have placed a focus on technology transformation as a key differentiator moving forward.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Viewpoint 237

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. Let’s take a look.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Organizations that do not implement and continuously import upon a program-based approach, under which all projects a planned, procured, and executed, suffer from unclear objectives , shifting requirements , unrealistic schedule s, and reactive planning , Poor planning and poor change management impede individual project successes.

Project Management 229

Project Management Organization Capterra Management 229

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 3, 2020

Exploring the software essentials that push profits & productivity. EST. Whether you self-perform or manage subcontractors, you need access to accurate, timely information so you can make the strategic decisions that will move your projects—and your business—forward. Thu, 05/07/2020 - 12:00. Acumatica.

Software 168

Software Software Profitability Accounting 168

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 9, 2018

Construction management is no easy task, as today’s contractors have a lot to juggle: job costs and budgets, progress reporting, overseeing subcontractors, field crews and schedules, materials and equipment, constantly moving timelines and much more. Viewpoint’s new construction software selection guide.

Software 200

Software Software Construction Budgeting 200

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2017

With BI, contractors can gain actionable insights and see a clearer path to balancing the business. Whether you’re an owner, executive, project manager, or job supervisor, it’s important to know what’s happening in your business and how you stand next to the competition.

Risk 217

Risk Schedule Profitability Viewpoint 217

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 24, 2023

By taking proactive steps and adopting the right tools, you can mitigate and safeguard your firm’s profits. Little to no project or business predictability Most construction projects are like a unique snowflake. ” Clearly, technology can enormously influence your projects’ productivity and profitability.

Profitability 97

Profitability Construction Autodesk Forecasting 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 10, 2018

In addition to improved collaboration, the right software can streamline processes through features like web-based access and automated workflows, improving the overall project management experience for contractors, subcontractors, and project owners. Adapt with business intelligence.

Software 217

Software Software South Carolina Change Orders 217

HardHatChat

JANUARY 30, 2019

The good news for subcontractors is the labor shortage means higher profitability, because they are working at-capacity and able to charge a premium for their services. But for general contractors and our clients, the result is higher project budgets and challenges in construction scheduling.

Commercial 386

Commercial Retail Construction US 386

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

As a large general contractor, a safety coordinator or project manager, selecting and evaluating the correct equipment used by your workers is not only important to your project profitability and schedule, but also to the safety of the equipment operator and other workers on the jobsite.

Profitability 120

Profitability Project Management Safety Schedule 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

Doing so won’t just make your life easier; it’ll also help you protect your profit margins. Because preconstruction offers the biggest opportunity to de-risk a project. A connected bidding platform also simplifies how you manage field proposals from other contractors and subcontractors.

Profitability 98

Profitability Bidding Estimating Risk 98

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Construction businesses should rethink their processes, increase productivity, and deliver projects with extraordinary accuracy and speed by embracing cutting-edge solutions. Construction companies may profit from new opportunities, foster innovation, and establish themselves as market leaders by staying on top of the latest trends.

Innovation 273

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 273

Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Underinvestment in technology is partially responsible for this slow growth in productivity, since a lack of operational and project management tools can lead to disorganization and inefficiencies for project contractors and subcontractors. It’s our goal to help construction firms improve productivity and profitability.

Industrial 182

Industrial Construction Viewpoint Products 182

Jobsite with Procore

AUGUST 25, 2022

Specialty contractors are at the front lines of delivering projects on time and on budget. However, they face unique challenges that frequently stand in the way of maximizing profits and productivity. Among them, the use of outdated and manual processes.

ProCore 98

ProCore Contractors Profitability Budget 98

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Your reputation and finished product as a national general contractor are only as good as the performance of your local subcontractor partners. Our best referrals come from our most sophisticated and professional partners who like to work with other top-notch contractors. They are a fantastic resource. It matters.

Commercial 295

Commercial Construction Schedule US 295

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2019

In an industry as large and complex as construction, simplifying processes in any way possible can reap significant benefits for contractors in terms in of productivity, mitigated project risks and profitability. Cloud-based software is helping contractors access data quicker and make more informed decisions in the field.

Software 218

Software Software Organization Contractors 218

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Almost all large infrastructure projects have something in common: They frequently suffer from cost overruns and significant delays. As the size and challenges of these projects continue to grow, so do the problems they bring for general contractors and construction companies. Implement just-in-time management.

Infrastructure 148

Infrastructure Construction Profitability Contractors 148

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2011

» Relationship between the designer and the contractor. One part of our industry that I simply cannot get my head around is the oftentimes adversarial relationship that exists between the building design professionals and the building contractors on a particular job. Committing Intentional Project Communications.

Contractors 120

Contractors Design Software Software 120

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Managing a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, keeping your business profitable, your people productive, and your firm growing requires focus, commitment, and understanding. Penta Construction ERP was made for multi-location, labor intensive service contractors. SAP S/4HANA.

Software 215

Software Software Construction ProCore 215

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

This lack of effective communication and collaboration can be the downfall of a business, especially in the construction industry, where tight deadlines and razor-thin profit margins rule the day. First, contractors can take a look at how they operate. Are Your Processes Dividing People?

Project Management 147

Project Management Construction Budgeting Budget 147

Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 13, 2022

Profitability and efficiency go hand in hand in construction, but it’s next to impossible to be operating on all cylinders if your teams aren’t on the same page.

Profitability 97

Profitability Office Construction United States 97

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

A lot of contractors have asked me about Section 179. Most of these contractors are considering an investment in equipment or software, and they want to know if it can actually help their construction business. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180