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Contractors need to be equipped with insights on how their business operates, its financial needs, and what it may require to grow. KPIs offer a look into all of these details and more, as they aim to measure what businesses can do to hit important goals. What are KPIs? Key performance indicators (KPIs) are measurements […]
Busy contractors need to have cash available to fund the steep expenses that come with starting a new job. But if payment on your current projects is delayed, it can spell trouble for the new work you’ve just secured. Having several financing options at your fingertips is a great way to stay nimble and grow […]
Construction is known for its lingo and acronyms: OSHA, ITB, RFI, RFP, and RFQ to name a few. Most contractors think RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs are the same thing: ways to request information and pricing from contractors. But the truth is they serve different purposes and can signal to the contractor where the customer is […]
The use of digital plan rooms is increasing as more contractors embrace the advantages of utilizing some of the latest technology. Having access to plans in any location is becoming more important, and contractors are using digital plan rooms to view and share the latest versions of construction documents with project team members. Digital plan […]
Do you know which construction projects you are most likely to win when you submit a bid? Do you know what your bid hit rate is? Do you know where most of your leads come from? Do you know which projects you should stay away from? All of the questions above can be answered when […]
No matter which side of the aisle you’re on, there’s no denying that America’s infrastructure needs serious help right away. It appears that lawmakers are finally prioritizing investment in critical needs like transportation, water safety, utilities, and bridges. There’s legislation currently being debated that could provide a major influx of federal funds to help the […]
Marketing Ideas For Construction Industry Are you looking to expand your marketing efforts for your construction contracting business? Or have you simply run out of construction marketing ideas for your contracting business? Spreading the word about your contracting company is key to getting more work. If potential customers don’t know you exist, they can’t hire […]
According to the 2020 Construction Technology Report, 62% of respondents are still using spreadsheets for their estimates. This method is still being used because it works, but it’s not the most efficient way to bid. Construction bid estimating software is meant to speed the bidding process and improve accuracy. However, shopping for bid estimating software […]
The key to selecting the right construction project management software for your company is to develop a list of “must have’s” and “like to have’s” and prioritize them. By shopping around, you can discover new features you didn’t even know were available. To help you in your search, here are some key characteristics to look […]
Tracking bid results, including wins and losses and bid amounts, can help you be more competitive with your bids. Determining key stats, such as your success rate, will help you predict your future workload so you can better plan for your business. If you don’t track your bid results, you could be flying blind. What […]
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