5 Questions to Ask When Choosing Construction Takeoff Software
In short: Choosing construction takeoff software is a workflow decision, not just a technology purchase. The right platform affects how fast your team bids, how accurately quantities are captured, and how confidently estimates move into execution. The five questions...
Why Contractors Need Integrated Takeoff and Estimating Tools
In short: Estimating software is becoming table stakes. 9 out of 10 contractors now use estimating software, and those using it consistently on every project have seen that usage jump 392% since 2022, according to the BuiltWorlds 2026 Annual Preconstruction...
Fixing Slowdowns in PlanSwift®: Practical Ways to Improve Performance
In Short: PlanSwift® is central to many estimators’ workflows, so any lag or freeze becomes a hot-button issue. Most performance issues come from a mix of environment, project size, and version, not just “bad software.” A few targeted...
From Guesswork to “Scope Prover”: How PlanSwift Helps Contractors Protect Bids, Margins, and Relationships
In Short: Bids fall apart when you can’t clearly prove what was (and wasn’t) in your scope. Manual takeoff and paper markups make it almost impossible to defend your number when GCs or owners push back. PlanSwift® digital takeoff and estimating...