Masonry Magazine July 2012 Page. 28
Technology
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Solutions Through Software
Cost-cutting and overhead control are possible via automating processes.
By Mike Gillum
MASONRY CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS OWNERS AND PROJECT MANAGERS NEED TO HAVE REAL-TIME, ACCURATE DATA on materials, labor, equipment, budgets and schedules to ensure their projects are profitable. That same information can help to cut costs and control overhead for a large, competitive advantage and maximum productivity.
By automating takeoff and estimating processes, mason contractors are able to complete estimates more quickly and with greater accuracy, which has helped to significantly improve their bottom lines.
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