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Making the Right Connection: InEight and Viewpoint Vista

by InEight | Sep 7, 2021

At InEight, we build project management software based on our deep understanding of the data flow for each business process that a project goes through whether it's estimating, project controls, procurement, material management, design or...

Managing Capital Projects in Style: Upgrading the Owner’s View

It’s been said that an owner typically has a 10,000-foot view of their capital projects, seeing things only at a high level with minimal, if any, detail. Much like the dreaded “flight delayed” messages received when traveling, they are left to wonder what caused the issue, how long it may last and what the overall impacts […]

Why Managing Construction Subcontractors is So Important

If you manage craftspeople, you know it requires a skill set that’s different from what you’d use for managing processes or projects. Similarly, managing construction subcontractors requires its own approach. Why? Because the outcome directly affects the success of your project. And while there are plenty of how-to guides and tips on overseeing subcontractors, it’s […]

7 Must-Have Features of Construction Contract Software

It wasn’t that long ago when a capital project contract, typified by manual touchpoints throughout its life cycle, was a 100% paper-based deliverable. We’ve come a long way since then. Yet, while it might be natural to think that any software would be an improvement over more traditional contract management processes, when investing in something […]

How to Maximize Your Construction Contract Management

Just as steel and concrete reinforce the foundation of a well-built structure, a strong construction contract forms the foundation of a successful capital project — and a profitable company. A contract is undoubtedly the most important project document, detailing the scope of work, outlining the terms and responsibilities, and assigning accountability for real and potential […]

Gaining Capital Project Control with Cost Management Software

How confident are you in your ability to deliver your capital project within its target dates and costs? If the answer is “not as much as I’d like,” consider the technology being used to manage your project costs, especially if it’s computer spreadsheets or siloed point solutions. Why? As capital projects have become more complex, […]

Managing Subcontractors: Best Practices

Working with subcontractors is an integral part of being a contractor. Depending upon your business model, project type and scope, your workload may be primarily handled by subcontractors, or they may only perform limited and specialized tasks. In any case, when the work is complete, the client and the ultimate beneficiaries of the project will […]

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