Job costing is one of the most critical aspects of any trade contracting business. “Proper job costing has tremendous effects on your business’s better profitability, project estimating, management decisions, and timely financial reporting,” writes Hannah Nguyen at Irvine Bookkeeping. That’s why “construction job costing requires meticulous attention to detail and monitoring all costs associated with […]
Navigating the Crossroads: The High Cost of Inaction for Small Subcontractors in Commercial Construction
Over the past few years, the construction industry has seen a shift toward the adoption of software for project documentation, field communications, and project management. What has become a cornerstone of modern practices in other industries is now becoming a standard practice in construction. Yet, some construction subcontractors remain resistant to this change, often underestimating […]
Project Management vs Estimating Software: What Should Construction Industry Subcontractors Prioritize
The construction industry, especially for small to mid-sized specialty contractors, hinges on the efficient management of resources and accurate project planning. In this highly competitive sector, the choice between various software tools can significantly impact a business’s success. But what should subcontractors prioritize? While estimating and takeoff software plays a vital role in determining project […]
Building a Defense: How Better Construction Documentation Helps Subcontractors Mitigate Legal Disputes
The Rising Tide of Legal Disputes in Construction Over the past few years, subcontractors have increasingly found themselves navigating a minefield of legal disputes, a trend that has significant financial implications. The construction industry has seen a notable surge in legal disputes with the average value of construction disputes in North American courts recently soaring […]
How eSUB Cloud Construction Software Stands Out Among Apps for Contractors
In recent years, the construction industry has seen a significant shift towards digitalization. Among the various digital tools that have emerged, apps for contractors have become indispensable, playing a pivotal role in modern construction management. These apps for construction are specialized software applications designed to assist with various aspects of construction work. They are used […]
How Digitization Turns Subcontracting Companies Into Successful Businesses
Let’s take a deeper look at the role digital adoption has played in stabilizing construction businesses.
The Future of Construction Is Digital: How Our Industry Will Upskill Workers
Here is what upskilling America’s construction workforce could look like, and how companies and trade organizations can deliver the necessary training.
The Future of Construction Is Digital: 3 Evolving Technologies to Follow
In this series so far, we’ve talked about the role of cloud-based software in construction and how construction companies can replace their legacy systems with those kinds of tools. Below, we explore three evolving technologies that are transforming the construction sector by paving the way for increased efficiency and safety. Generative Design Generative design relies […]
Selecting the Right Construction Management Software for Subs
If the software for your trades business has become too big and too unwieldy, here’s how to find a tool that’s a better fit for the job.
New Construction Tools for 2020
As we approach 2020, it is essential to stay current with the construction industry’s technology trends. New construction tools are appearing on the market at a rapid pace because of the continuing demand for construction and investment in technological advancement. Safety, designs, and materials are continually evolving; it can be difficult for businesses to know […]
Best Construction Bookkeeping 101: Everything You Need to Know
Getting the best construction Bookkeeping is a unique form of accounting and financial management. It intends to help contractors track each job and how it influences the company as a whole. Costs from labor, employees, transportation, equipment, materials, and insurance must all be tied together to complete the bid process. An effective bookkeeping system allows […]
Top Lean Construction with Cloud & Mobile Technology
Top Lean Construction with Cloud & Mobile Technology Top Lean Construction is a combination of practical development in design with operational research in order to ensure that a construction project is quickly done, and incurs a lower cost. Since its arrival in the early 1990s, the lean construction movement—and its associated framework, the Lean Construction […]
Improve Commercial Construction Planning By Empowering Field Workers to Drive Profits
Commercial construction planning for projects large or small, requires an attention to detail and practice. The availability of materials and resources are influenced by many factors that must be taken into consideration. Deadlines are vitally important to many construction projects, where time means money and delayed projects result in significant fines. The back office shouldn’t […]
How New Technology In Construction Helps Trade Contractors Work More Efficiently
In previous years, commercial construction spending grew from roughly $626 billion to $807 billion in 2018. As we progress into 2019, most forecasts and reports suggest that 2019 is the year where commercial constructions pending plateaus. With plateauing growth, trade contractors will have to work out the best ways to protect their profit margins. However, an important question remains on […]
Ways Construction Management Apps Save You Time and Money
People use apps in almost every facet of their life. Whether it’s an alarm clock app, weather app, or banking app, apps are a quick and easy way to get information. That’s why construction management apps are so important. Just like the weather app, construction management apps can be a wealth of knowledge right in […]