Contractors bid for jobs. They have to outline what they’ll do, how long it’ll take and at what cost. Those estimates must be accurate or it can lead to a failed project or cut into the contractor’s profit margin. Using…
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Architects are one of the large group of professionals who are part of the construction project management process. Like the general contractor, engineer or field crew, their work is made more efficient by the use of project management software. But…
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Looking for a specialized tool designed to integrate project management functionalities with financial and accounting capabilities? There are many project management accounting software on the market, but it can be difficult to decide which is best for one’s projects and…
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Project manager vs. program manager. The two roles often differ in their day-to-day tasks and the overarching approach to their role. Program managers are more strategic in their thinking and deliverables, while the project manager is often working on day-to-day…
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Professional services apply to a wide range of industries. The professional services industry is large and to better understand it, we define the term and provide examples of professional services firms. Along the way, we explore the key challenges to…
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To understand cost control, you must first understand why it is used: monitoring expenses and identifying risks to increase profits. Not to be confused with cost management, cost control has its own set of objectives that can save businesses money….
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Projects live and die on many hills, but the one stakeholders are usually most passionate about is cost. Project cost management software is an essential tool from construction to IT and professional services. Having the right project cost software could…
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When it comes to construction projects, the space that you’re filling is equally as important as the structure that you’re building. That’s why site analysis is so important to a successful construction project; whatever you’re building must work in the…
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What Is Project Implementation? Project implementation, or project execution, is the process of completing tasks to deliver a project successfully. These tasks are initially described in the project plan, a comprehensive document that covers all areas of project management. However,…
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You can spend hours reading business books and browsing blogs about teamwork, but sometimes, teamwork quotes from history seem to say more than an entire book ever could. And since every team can use a little extra motivation once in…
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Managing multiple projects at once can be a bit like a juggling act. Every action taken in one project needs to feed into the next with fluidity and poise, and when done right, a skilled portfolio manager can make it…
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Construction projects are more likely to succeed with online project management software. But not all construction projects are the same and not all firms in the construction industry are the same. Why should general contractor software be the same? They’re…
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Construction projects will never get off the ground without financing. Money sets the gears of construction management in motion. Creating a construction budget, therefore, is one of the most important pieces when developing a construction plan. How do you create…
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