We all know how challenging construction is. No one needs another article explaining the complexities of taking a project from someone’s dream or a business’s plan to a finished project to live in, rent, or sell. But, what we could use is a complete guide to how using construction management software can simplify the process at every step of the way. Wouldn’t that be helpful? We thought so. That’s why we put together this complete guide to using construction project management software throughout the lifespan of a project. From planning to the final punch list, construction software can make this complex, multi-layered task easier with fewer mistakes and better decision-making.
Let’s pump the brakes, quickly. Before we take a deep dive into how construction management software can help contractors, Designers, Owners, and subcontractors through the construction process, let’s look at what this powerful software really is. Construction management software is a tool that companies can use to streamline and optimize the tasks that they perform every day. It does nothing to help with any of the physical work, but it helps organize and improve the behind-the-scenes tasks and activities that the back office and administration teams handle. This includes the project management, accounting, marketing, and procurement divisions, and decision-making parties. These programs are a type of software known as “SaaS,” which stands for Software as a Service. Companies pay for a license to use this software, whether it be a one-time payment or a monthly subscription fee. In many cases, a one-time purchase requires purchasing updates or upgraded modules, while monthly subscriptions often include free access to updates. Additional modules may cost small additional fees, as well.
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