A chance conversation nearly 20 years ago led former electrical contractor and professional estimator Bedford electrician George Hague to stop complaining and do something about what he saw as the ...

Version 2.0 of BobCOST software has been released, allowing users of the BobCAD-CAM suite to develop accurate and ready-to-deliver quotes easily. BobCAD-CAM, which calls itself “the world leader in ...

Manufacturing ERP developer ECI Software Solutions has struck an alliance Paperless Parts that will offer “seamless integrations” between the business management software and the estimating/quoting ...

Spreadsheets are great tools. Spreadsheet programs have been around for over 25 years and many contractors have built some pretty respectable spreadsheets over the years for their estimating.

The Quest Estimator™ 7.6 is the latest release of this takeoff and estimating software. The system keeps track of all quantities and cost item specifications, providing a convenient audit trail for ...

Most everyone understands that the construction industry is not only a big investment, but a long-term one for those who venture down its path. Contractors have a responsibility to do everything ...

One thing is certain in small- to mid-sized businesses today: the need for sales force automation is top of mind. Too many small- to mid-sized companies — HVAC contractors, specifically — are facing ...

Accurate estimates are essential to a construction firm’s success. Overprice a bid and you’ll likely lose the project. Underprice it and you risk losing money and damaging relationships with partners ...

Predicting project costs accurately is essential for contractors and construction companies, and it can be made possible using the right estimating software for commercial construction. Such software ...