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Implementing New Construction Software & Change Management
Corporate management and software resellers alike tend to view implementing new construction software as strictly an IT and technical process. That approach sometimes leads to failure, particularly with extensive systems involving accounting, equipment, inventory and project management. (…)

Simple Steps Small Contractors Can Take To Reduce Exposure To Fraud
Small contractors, and even larger ones, often lack good internal control systems. With today’s economic climate, it is a good time for small businesses to take a look at their internal controls to minimize their exposure to fraud. (…)

The Need for Speed in Construction Software
I don’t think anyone would argue against the claim that ANY software must be fast! Of course, software speed is relative to the computer hardware and other devices being used to express that need for speed! (…)

Using Construction Software to Keep Tabs on Customers
Construction companies must keep close tabs on their customer base, since that is the source of their bread and butter and their overall success. And, as they say, “it is cheaper to keep customers than find new ones” (or along those lines). Without solid customer service, customer follow-up, and customer marketing and advertising, many construction companies would be hurting to stay afloat. (…)

Construction Software for Large and Small Businesses
It would be impossible to completely describe the many and varied functions and processes that a good construction software package needs to have. One size does not fit all, and frequently, no size is the perfect size, unfortunately. (…)

Reasons to Consider Changing Your Construction Management Software
Probably the most significant influence on a construction company’s decisions for changing its software is because they think they can find something better; something that will take away all the “glitches” they have been experiencing with their current systems. (…)

Using Construction Software to Make Informed Bids
Just imagine that you have to make a bid for an HVAC and Sheet Metal job for a large well-known company with whom you have had no prior experience. (…)

The Importance of Scrubbing Old Data in Construction Management Software Systems
Construction management system databases are wonderful and necessary adjuncts in today’s construction industry. Without software databases, we would still be keeping track of all business activities in paper form; files, fiches, microfilms, and other hard-copy records. Construction software databases virtually eliminate the need for all that paperwork, and help keep records up to date and accurate; providing the original data input is such. (…)

How to Work with Construction Software Salesmen
As is true with any important business system selection process, finding a reputable construction software company with dedicated, knowledgeable, proactive sales people can be a difficult endeavor. (…)

Positioning Yourself to Implement New Construction Software
When construction companies begin to entertain the thought of implementing new construction management software, it is critical that they take a long, hard look at their current business processes, procedures, management controls, data protocols, and other related construction company functions, in order to be solidly positioned to institute software solutions. (…)

Selecting a New Construction Software System: What to be Aware of
When construction companies are engaged in looking for a Construction Software package, it is critically important that those involved in the evaluation and selection process be keenly aware of the overall business practices, procedures and processes, in order to make the selection process a success. (…)

Construction Software's Achilles Heel: Report Writing
All businesses, including construction companies, need to be able to produce accurate, up to date, easy to understand, and complete reports for a variety of end-users. Construction company owners and leaders will want a different set of reports than the field supervisor will want. And, the company Accounting department will want yet another set of reports; the Legal department yet another; the Payroll department will want another still, and so it goes. And, if the company is publicly traded, other reports might be needed for investors and brokers. (…)

Using Construction Software to Get from '90% Complete' to '100% Complete' and Remain on Budget
The business is pretty simple. There are two principal tasks: 1) get the projects; and, 2) do the projects. Successful companies have productive business development programs and efficient project execution teams. Although simple, the business is not always easy and can be subject to a variety of common problems. (…)

How to Select your Construction Software Champion
You’ve decided your company needs new construction project software and have started looking at options. The question is: Have you designated someone in your company to be the software champion? (…)

More Construction Software Conversion Tips
This article highlights more elements that are vital to getting your software up and running quickly and effectively. (…)

Successful Construction Software Conversion Tips
Implementing new construction management software can be a significant challenge. (…)

Choosing Between Construction-Specific Accounting Software and Generic Accounting Software
Trading up from a small business bookkeeping package to a full construction accounting software system is going to ask a lot from you in terms of time and expense. (…)

Evaluating Construction Software? 10 Traps to Watch Our For
There are some pretty major differences in how software for contractors operates. Some of these differences are significant; others are not that critical to the methods of operation by the contractor. (…)

Test Your Construction Software Selection IQ
Think you're well-prepared to launch your search and selection for new construction management software? Take our quick quiz to test your construction software selection IQ! (…)

Is Your Construction Software a Profit Center or an Overhead Expense?
In the competitive world of construction, profit margins are tight. Jobs, service calls, employee productivity, and even your business tools must contribute to company profitability. (…)