Licensed contractors are taking on more work than ever before. Alongside the overall growth in the construction industry has been the growth in competition between contractors, even among seasoned vets. Simply speaking, “industry growth” isn’t to blame for contractor-to-contractor competition. So, what is? Technology. Competition between contractors is mostly due to the adoption of technology…Read More
Construction Tech in 2019: Digital Trends You Need to Know
Now more than ever, businesses are turning to digitalization in construction to improve productivity and save time and money. With the industry rapidly expanding, it’s important to keep track of emerging trends to remain competitive in the field. DrawAlert breaks down the top five digital trends in construction from noteworthy experts in the field: #1….Read More
Why Is the Construction Industry So Slow to Adopt Technology?
The construction industry is at the crossroads of enormous change. Archaic methodology is heading to the wayside and new technology trends are emerging, making successful project completions easier to achieve than ever before. Technology in the construction industry makes the most of limited resources, improves safety, and documents and coordinates every step of a project….Read More
3 Ways to Reduce Commercial Construction Costs
Money is the heartbeat of construction. You can bleed out due to costly errors like tardy payments, disputes, and liens that are notorious for derailing construction projects. Or, you can keep the project flowing smoothly, developing and completing your project with great success. Remember: There’s no cheap and easy solution to a successful commercial construction…Read More
Investment vs. Cost: How Do You View Construction Software?
The construction industry is at a technological tipping point. But you knew that already. Technology – namely construction software, is taking the industry by storm. From project management systems to construction administration software like DrawAlert, there are dozens of options for keeping your project on track and running efficiently. But, are you looking at construction…Read More
A Technological Tipping Point: How Technology is Transforming the Construction Industry
Construction projects are bigger, more expensive, more complex, and take longer than ever before. The construction industry is rapidly changing – a tipping point in the industry, if you will. Late last year, Forbes released an article describing the construction industry’s move toward utilizing technology. Because of the sheer number and size of construction projects,…Read More
Product Update: Subcontractor Payment Confirmation
We’re announcing the next round of DrawAlert upgrades and improvements that make our software even easier to use while valuing our user community. The Development Team has been hard at work to release Version 3.5, and it includes a new Subcontractor Payment Confirmation feature. DrawAlert v3.5 offers additional transparency between parties on a project, as…Read More
Foiled by Formulas? Ditch the Spreadsheet Nightmare
New technology in the construction industry is here and better than ever. And, truth be told, it’s time to give up your spreadsheets. Trust us when we say: it’s not you, it’s them. Times are changing and needs are much more complex than before. Accurate data is a necessity and the umpteen thousand sheets of…Read More
The Benefits of Utilizing a CAS System
Construction Administration Software, or CAS, systems are an efficient, cloud-based solution to help with your construction administration needs. From reducing overhead costs to improving field performance, CAS systems are utilized to promote transparent practices between all parties on a construction project. Finding and solving problems within construction projects is what a CAS system does best….Read More
What is a CAS System?
Construction Administration Software, or CAS, systems, are changing the path of the construction industry. Gone are the days of sloppy, archaic business practices. What has arrived is a system that provides an exact solution to your ever-changing construction project problems. But, what exactly is a CAS system, and how can it help your construction business…Read More