Preconstruction Technology Updates

July 28, 2020

5 Reasons Why You Need to Stop Using Excel for Estimating

Are you one of the 50% of general contractors using ineffective workflows and processes to complete your deliverables? Are you having to piece …

July 22, 2020

What are the Differences in Construction Estimating Software?

The goal of construction estimating software is the same—generate an estimate to win a construction project. But not all cost estimating software is …

June 19, 2020

How to Manage and Embrace Change When Implementing Construction Estimating Software

There are many challenges when you implement a new software system. Besides the technical backend of implementation, managers need to handle the …

May 29, 2020

The Key to Standardization

One of the biggest trends in preconstruction software is “standardization.” What does it mean and why does it matter?

May 18, 2020

Why is it Important to Evaluate Construction Estimating Software?

Software makes you better at what you do. Owners value innovation. Technology solves common construction problems. Outdated software wastes …

May 11, 2020

Reduce Liability and Boost Teamwork with Construction Estimating Software

Preconstruction planning and the use of quality construction estimating software can help decrease liability risks for both owners and contractors - …

April 03, 2020

Accounting for Variances and the Estimating Process

One of the defining realizations of adulthood is the understanding that things generally cost more than you expect. As a kid, you save your money for …

November 08, 2019

Silos of Information: How to Break Down Barriers

One of the biggest challenges in the preconstruction industry is aligning expectations and accessing accurate information in a timely manner, …

October 23, 2019

How to Use Technology to Improve Communication in Preconstruction

Today’s construction estimating software is specifically being developed in order to eliminate communication barriers. The three major ways that …

October 17, 2019

Technology Trends: Collaboration Leads to Innovation

The importance that collaboration plays in developing innovative solutions to challenging problems has been one of the hottest topics in the …

October 04, 2019

How to Attract Talent in the Preconstruction Industry

It’s no secret that the construction industry as a whole often has a difficult time attracting and retaining star players. This is even more the case …

September 26, 2019

How Haselden Construction Attracts and Retains Precon Professionals

“It takes a certain breed to be an estimator.”