Estimating Software, Business - 5 min read
Today, you no longer construct houses in the same manner as you used to do in the 60s, 70s, and even early 90s. Access to better technology has improved the materials and tools you use on a build.
Software has had the biggest impact on the current building and construction environment, with over 400 major construction companies in Australia making use of it. Given that the revolution has already started in the construction industry, it is time for you to get on board, or risk falling behind.
In any build, there is always a team of professionals working together to ensure that the project is completed successfully and on time. So who are these people, and how do they benefit from using construction software?
As more and more companies are making the shift towards digitising their systems, you could be wondering what is making software so appealing, as compared to the old shorthand way of doing things.
Below are some of the features that come with construction estimating software for contractors. The software has all the time-saving tools that a developing business needs to grow and remain competitive in an ever-changing environment.
In any estimating software, there are thousands of built-in formulas designed to simplify your estimating and takeoff process. You'll be able to estimate in a fraction of the time when compared to traditional methods, allowing you to submit more bids, tenders and quotes; and have a higher likelihood of winning jobs.
Import your plans in a range of file types, including PDF, CAD and image files, and use them to perform your takeoff.
Using traditional estimating methods, takeoff can prove to be an inaccurate and inefficient process. However, using estimating software, takeoff can be completed with pinpoint accuracy; slashing unnecessary costs and driving project efficiency.
Cubit allows you to trace directly over your plans with pinpoint accuracy, and using the 3D function, can easily see elements of your takoff from any angle.
Cubit is a natural estimating solution, seamlessly integrating estimating and takeoff, and presenting it in a single view to show you the information where you want it, when you need it.
Reporting is an essential element to any project. Not only does it ensure you weed out inaccuracies in your work, but also promotes a transparent relationship with clients to keep you as their top preference for future work.
Cubit features a powerful reporting tool, allowing you to generate and print a range of professional reports including Trade Summary, Trade Breakup, Rate, Takeoff, and Bill Of Quantities. These reports are also customisable, meaning you can hide and conceal items as necessary so you may share different elements of your estimate with a range of stakeholders, and even personalise them according to your unique branding.
Template price lists and template jobs are some of the key draw cards of estimating software over traditional methods. Using these templates saves you immeasurable time and frustration when working on new projects, and ensures you maintain accuracy.
Cubit’s price lists feature goes one step further, allowing you to collate common trades and items to streamline how you start a new estimate. When updating your template price lists and jobs, these can be pushed into current estimates to ensure you’re working with up-to-date information.
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