 Technology in Construction: Estimating the Advantage There’s growth in the marketplace, but we have a $300 billion gap, and that means there’s little room for errors in bidding and managing those still elusive opportunities. Construction management software certainly has proved to be the ideal method for maximizing bidding and managerial efforts. Contractor management products were a major source of interest for attendees of the February 2013 World of Concrete Exhibition, according to Mike Gillum, director of Product Development and Estimating at Maxwell Systems.
Grading & Excavation Contractor – May 2013
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 The Value of "All-in-One" Today’s savvy construction business owners are wise investors. They seek ways to maximize the resources they have, accomplish more in less time, and gain any advantage on their competition and confidently invest resources in the systems, processes, and training to achieve those goals. With everything handled in one central location, an all-in-one solution enables contractors to achieve optimal productivity and profitability across the business, as well as bridge the particular needs of estimators, accounting administrators, and project managers.
Modern Contractor Solutions – April 2013
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 All-in-One Business Management Software Solution Pacific Foundation uses an all-in-one construction management software solution to have end-to-end control and seamless workflow across all areas of their businesses. The contractor has improved flow of data, increased speed and accuracy of accounting processes, and enhanced project managers’ capacity to stay on top of tasks, costs, schedules, and more.
Modern Contractor Solutions – March 2013
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 Maxwell Systems Construction Software: Boosting Contractors’ Collaboration & Profitability In this company profile, Construction Executive features Maxwell Systems’ innovation of a true complete, bid-to-cash solution – ProContractorMX – which has revolutionized the way construction companies can manage operations and projects. Maxwell Systems also launched the first ever construction project manager’s application for the iPad, which works seamlessly with ProContractorMX. Plus the latest enhancement from the company is its web-based solution for Construction Project Management.
Construction Executive – January 2013
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 Business Management: Tablet Computers are Changing the Construction Industry Advancements in technology, such as the availability of complete construction business management solutions, are helping contractors to streamline workflow and boost communication and collaboration. Because these all-in-one solutions handle the complexities of the entire project lifecycle from bid to cash in one single application, they meet the business requirements of every role within the construction organization providing greater end-to-end control.
Snips – January 2013
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 Preparing for Future Growth by Leveraging Technology Today The economy and its impact on the construction industry are topics of discussion around many water coolers. But how will technology continue to play a critical role in the future, whatever it holds? Executives of Maxwell Systems recently shared their thoughts on how contractors can prepare now, ways to leverage technology, and key points to remember heading into a new year.
Modern Contractor Solutions – December 2012
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 2013 Hot Products Winner: Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX Complete Software The magazine named its Hot Products Winners for 2013 and recognized that Construction Executives Increase Profit With ProContractorMX Complete Software. Notable to this achievement is that Maxwell Systems introduced a web-based Construction Project Management Solution connects corner office, back office, on site, in field, and third parties.
Construction Executive – December 2012
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 Technology Improves Collaboration Between Office and Field To improve project execution and maximize profitability, construction businesses must take advantage of technology innovations that enhance collaboration and workflow between those in the office and those in the field. The latest advances in construction software help contractors to efficiently share data, speed workflow, make better decisions, and gain a valuable competitive edge.
AGC Tech Brief – November 2012
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 Connecting the Team with a Complete Business Management Solution Many plumbing and mechanical contractors have turned to using complete construction business management software to handle the complexities of the entire project lifecycle from estimating and accounting to project management and more. Each department can easily access real-time information, share important project details, and streamline communication, which improves overall productivity, reduces overhead costs, increases profit potential on every project.
PHC News – October 2012
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 Gut Feelings or Hard Facts? Owner Chooses Profits Over Pride for a Better Bottom Line Innovative Building Concepts wanted to rely less on gut feelings and more on true facts and actual costs about their work, their estimates, where to cut cuts, and what to bid. They also wanted to increase productivity across processes and lacked a complete construction business management solution that allowed that. After considering software providers that only partner with other vendors to offer a system with all the functionality they need, IBC chose Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX, which is truly a single, complete solution.
Construction Business Owner – October 2012
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 Working Together Collaboration software keeps all project information in one place and controls who has access and who has made changes. Everything from bids to submittals to drawings and invoices are available to those who have been given permission and everything is routed to the proper people for approvals. Access to current information via handheld devices ties field and office together seamlessly.
Concrete Construction – October 2012
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 Executive Insights for Service Contractors Construction Executive asked Jim Wagner, Maxwell Systems’ Director of Product Development-Strategic Accounts, to answer the question ‘How are service contractors using mobile technology to improve field operations?’ and he shared thoughts on instant information, easy communication, better customer service, and speeding billing and cash flow.
Construction Executive – October 2012
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 Top 10 Reasons Why Contractors Are Investing In Software Investing in the right software to effectively manage a construction business is becoming a top priority for every savvy contractor. This article presents 10 reasons why it is more than a trend; it’s a necessity to compete and profit. it is important for contractors to thoroughly research options to find a solution that has been designed specifically for the construction industry and that enables team members to effectively collaborate on every aspect of the business from the initial takeoff to the final punch list.
Modern Contractor Solutions – October 2012
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 Growing Revenue Without Adding Overhead Successful construction businesses question how to make the most of what they have, as well as seek ways to increase their revenue without driving up overhead costs and putting their bottom line at risk. Evaluating existing technology investments and determining whether the company is leveraging all the features and functionality in its software programs also can help ensure optimal productivity and profitability.
Construction Executive – October 2012
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 The Perfect Software Game Plan Running a construction company is similar to coaching a sports team. A construction business has to adjust its game plan to remain competitive in today’s tough market, and owners must continue to seek new ways to adapt their strategies. When owners lead the charge for more effective solutions, companies benefit. To turn the game around, owners choose leading software solutions, invest in technology training, take advantage of upgrades and support, and streamline operations from end to end.
Construction Business Owner – September 2012
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 Connecting the Players to Collect the Profits To help handle the complex nature of concrete construction, contractors have moved away from relying on gut instincts, paper-based systems, and disparate software products to manage projects. Today’s wise contractors have adopted single solutions that bring the entire team together for optimal workflow, communication, and profitability across bidding, budgeting, billing, and beyond. This puts concrete contractors in complete control.
Concrete International – September 2012
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 Executive Insights from Leaders in Construction Accounting Construction Executive asked Jim Flynn, Maxwell Systems’ CEO, to comment on advances in technology that are having the greatest impact on contractors and their accounting firms. He explains the biggest impact is coming from mobile devices and construction management software that let the entire team—from the back office to the jobsite—easily share information and collaborate, even from remote locations.
Construction Executive – August 2012
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 Maxwell Systems Named to Constructech 50 Maxwell Systems has staying power in the construction market. According to the Constructech editors: “Many solution providers claim to have the fully integrated software offering figured out, but Maxwell Systems is one of the few that clearly delivers. The company demonstrates it is not afraid to dig deep in order to provide the right set of technology that fit its customers' needs, both now and for the long run."
Constructech – July/August 2012
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 Reducing Risk Throughout the Project Life Cycle In construction, effectively managing risk can be essential to the success of each individual project – and a contractor’s overall profitability. To ensure their companies’ financial stability, CFMs must clearly understand their companies’ potential risk exposure, know how to minimize and mitigate risk, and possess the proper tools to make intelligent decisions based on real-time, accurate data. For a structured approach to minimizing risk, many CFMs have found that a complete software solution can help man¬age the complexities of a project’s life cycle and all authorized team members can make timely, informed decisions.
CFMA Building Profits – July/August 2012
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 New Technologies: Solutions Through Software 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. By automating processes with a seamless software solution, mason contractors can save time, cut costs, and better control their overhead. With increased operational efficiencies and cost reductions, contractors can realize optimal profits on each project.
Masonry Magazine – July 2012
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 Maxwell Systems Partners with Habitat for Humanity Maxwell Systems Inc. sponsored four hands-on build days for Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County in June. The company will provide financial contributions and employees to help provide shelter for residents living in Norristown. Nearly 50 employees from Maxwell Systems participated in the June builds, including Norm Castor, a Quality Assurance Analyst with the company who said, “It has given me a sense of pride in being able to give back to the community and to assist someone in need.”
Philadelphia Business Journal - July 2012
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 Bid More Work With More Profit While many of its competitors have struggled to survive in recent years, Building Service Inc. is thriving. Jim Macejkovic, the company’s executive VP, CIO, and safety director, credits much of its success to its software for takeoff and estimating. “In an economy where you must be the low cost provider to win the job, we knew we had to tighten up our bids and find the right tool to help us do that. And we can now easily crank out estimates 30- to 40-percent faster than in the past.” he says.
Modern Contractor Solutions – June 2012
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 Going Mobile to Manage Equipment Correctly managing equipment can be extremely complex and can significantly impact a company’s bottom line. Construction companies that leverage mobile technology and the value of a complete construction management software solution can gain control over their capital-intensive aspect of their business. Those contractors are able to reduce equipment downtime, prevent costly repairs, maximize the profit of every project, and improve the financial stability of their business.
Heavy Equipment Guide – May 2012
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 Executive Insights from Construction Technology Leaders Construction Executive asked Jim Flynn, Maxwell Systems’ CEO, to share his advice for contractors looking for an enterprise-wide, multi-function technology solution. He recommends you first consider the practices and processes they want to improve, and then think about how you want the solution to work, determine who needs what functionality, and define what will make it an effective solution and how that will be measurable.
Construction Executive – May 2012
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 The Benefits of End-to-End Software Operating a construction business can be extremely complex since each project has so many moving parts. To be successful, contractors must mitigate construction risks and ensure accountability. By reducing risks (such as missed deadlines, lack of profit, safety and environmental violations and damaged reputations), more time can be spent accomplishing strategic initiatives instead of putting out fires. Complete construction business management software solutions provide one way to handle the complexities of the entire project lifecycle.
Construction Business Owner – April 2012
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 Owner Grows Business with Complete ProContractorMX Software Solution from Maxwell Systems Andrew Koehn co-founded Keystone Excavating in January 2010 to provide sitework services to the growing region of the Missouri Lake of the Ozarks area. Understanding the value of technology to speed and improve business processes, Koehn realized the need for his company to invest in Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX complete construction management software solution. Not only does Koehn appreciate that the software fits his company’s current needs, but also that it’s a flexible, comprehensive solution that will grow with the needs of the company, making it a wise, cost-effective investment.
Construction Business Owner – April 2012
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 Software Solutions: The Complete Connection In an effort to continue to evolve and grow, E.R Lewis Construction Company, Inc., a $20 million provider of earthmoving services founded in 1959, decided to change its technology approach from multiple disparate systems to using a single, end-to-end solution that would manage all aspects of its business from the takeoff and estimate, to accounting and finances, through project management, and everything in between. The investment is expected to help the company increase communications and efficiency and ultimately pay off in significant dividends.
Modern Contractor Solutions – March 2012
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 Maxwell Systems Software Cuts Estimating Time at Dorvin D. Leis To increase productivity, keep costs low, and achieve optimal profitability, Dorvin D. Leis Co., Inc. (DDL) turned to Maxwell Systems Estimation software to automate its estimating and procurement process. With Estimation, DDL is able to tie together estimates, labor needs, and cost analyses and so bid more quickly and accurately to win more jobs. And, once a job is won, DDL can leverage Estimation to take control of their entire procurement process—achieving greater efficiency and cost savings.
Smart Solutions – Winter 2012 (March)
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 How the iPad Is Revolutionizing The Construction Industry Innovations in mobile technology are really helping to bridge the gap between the office and the field. Mobile devices, like the iPad, are changing the construction business. The iPad is an extremely intuitive mobile device and combined with an all-in-one construction management solution, it is revolutionizing the way construction projects are managed, helping contractors more efficiently manage projects, minimize risks, stay on schedule, and maximize profitability.
Associated Construction Publications (13 editions) – February 2012
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 Manage Subcontractors and Mitigate Risk with Construction-Specific Software It’s critical for general contractors to select subcontractors that provide high-quality work on schedule and within budget. And it is essential for construction superintendents and project managers to be informed about everything each subcontractor is doing, should be doing and how they’re doing it, as well as the impacts on other aspects of the project. A complete construction management software solution can help general contractors manage subcontractors throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Construction Executive – January 2012
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 Going Green With A Complete Solution More construction companies are “going green” as owners want another way to differentiate their business against competitors, and as more local and federal government regulations influence contractors’ operations. Many contractors have implemented business management software to help streamline workflow in the office and the field and reduce the need for paper processes. Not only does this help businesses be more environmentally responsible, but they can also save time, cut costs, and have more reliable information with real-time, convenient access.
Modern Contractor Solutions – January 2012
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 2012 Hot Products: Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX Complete Software and iPad ProContractorMX allows easier collaboration anytime, anywhere for profitable projects. Contractors can use the complete software solution and iPad mobile device to efficiently manage the entire project lifecycle, communicate faster, and react smarter in order to improve project management, cut costs, and boost profit.
Construction Executive – December 2011
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 Turn On a Dime to Make a Mint Changes are inevitable throughout the entire construction lifecycle and you need to have the flexibility and capacity to adapt. When able to turn on a dime and manage changes, construction companies can save money, increase productivity, and improve profitability. To properly manage the construction’s bid-to-cash cycle, savvy contractors are leveraging the benefits of using a complete construction management software solution.
Modern Contractor Solutions – December 2011
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 Leverage Historical Data Consider how useful it would be to have historically factual data that reveals exactly how, why and when the business created estimates, negotiated bids, purchased materials, executed projects and tracked performance. This type of data can help construction business owners cut costs, generate profit opportunities, expose shortcomings, maximize resources, increase productivity and build a competitive advantage. Leveraging valuable historical data available through complete construction management software solutions can help construction business owners better understand the reasons for their successes and failures and make adjustments for future jobs.
Construction Business Owner – November 2011
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 Software That Grows with a Business Ace/Avant Concrete Construction chose Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX to manage the company’s finances. Replacing an older technology that had limited functionality and inadequate customization capabilities, the contractor desired new technology that would be sustainable, flexible, and scalable as the business grows. The Financial Management component brings together everything from accounts payable, general ledger, project costing, payroll, and purchase orders into a seamless solution. Plus, the software provides accurate audit trails and helps ensure the necessary controls are in place.
Concrete Construction – October 2011
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 Mobility: Complete Project Details at Your Fingertips Advancements in technology have made the construction superintendent’s job much easier over the past decade. With automated project management systems, more information is now available to help you better manage your jobs. However, if you are using one product for project management, and the estimating and accounting departments are using other systems for their specific responsibilities, the same data is then being entered multiple times in multiple locations causing redundancy, a greater potential for errors, and impeding clear and timely communication across the team and to the client.
Construction Superintendent – Fall 2011 (October)
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 Software Harmony Even the smallest project is made up of several bits and pieces. Equipment, employees, local regulations, and time are some of them. They all combine, like voices in a choir or singing group, to produce a harmony that is pleasing and profitable. When we are considering software that can make our construction projects more efficient and profitable, a most important consideration must be how applications work together to ensure work is profitable and well done.
Grading & Excavation Contractor – September/October 2011
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 Biting the Apple Contractors find using popular iPad keeps business healthy. The Apple iPad may look meager, but the impact it is having on HVAC and sheet metal contractors is enormous. Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX and iPad have made it possible for a contractor to look at a job and make changes in the field. The software and app allow contractors to track everything needed for a job, including all the details on a specific project.
Snips – September 2011
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 Get More Payback from Your Software Investment For those construction business owners that have done what it takes to sustain the right team and technology to be a profitable company, it’s important to not overlook maximizing the investment made in the people and the software that get the work done. By staying current on upgrades, taking advantage of training, and consulting with the software vendor, contractors can best understand how to utilize the product and streamline processes for optimal profitability.
Modern Contractor Solutions – August 2011
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 Executive Insights - from leaders in construction accounting Construction Executive asked Bill Tobia, Maxwell Systems’ CFO, to share his insights about what contractors and CPAs can be doing now to ensure compliance with electronic filing and payment of taxes and fees, which is becoming mandatory.
Construction Executive – August 2011
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 Maxing Out Profit in Every Project To be competitive and get ahead, contractors must leverage current technology that’s based on best practices and proven methods of efficient and proactive construction management. Again naming Maxwell Systems a Top Construction Technology Company for 2011 on its esteemed Constructech 50 list, the Constructech editors noted: “Thousands of contractors across multiple segments of construction trusts Maxwell Systems to provide them with technology that ties together critical business operations.”
Constructech – July/August 2011
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 Assembling the Software We’ve developed the ProContractorMX package, keeping in mind that we can be the one-stop shop for contractors. We’ve got expertise in project management and estimating and accounting, so we can consult with our customers: What are your business needs? What are you trying to accomplish by purchasing an automated estimating or accounting system? We try to get the big picture from the owner, the estimator, the accountant, and the CFO to be able to provide them the kind of service they desire.
Grading & Excavation Contractor – June 2011
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 Boosting Companywide Performance With a ‘Complete’ Software Solution Many HVACR contractors have purchased software solutions in an ad hoc way. When processes are duplicated, and software applications can’t share information, business tend to see three major problems: redundant data entry, an increase in mistakes, and an inability to manage with or analyze real-time data. There is a solution: complete construction/contracting management software that can be used by the whole team to efficiently manage entire projects. How do you know your company needs such a solution?
HVACR Business – June 2011
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 How the iPad Changes Construction Project Management With the iPad, the project manager can access data about past or current projects that the business maintains in its complete construction software solution from any wireless connection. This can include work-in-progress reports, change order requests and status, costs, schedules, jobsite photos, equipment details, transmittals, issues reported, daily field reports, purchase orders, open receivables and payables and much more. This eliminates the need for cumbersome job binders. Ultimately, using the iPad helps construction businesses be more proactive and execute projects for maximum profitability.
Construction Business Owner – June 2011
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 Contractor Competes with Confidence in the Face of Change Leveraging technology has been one of the key strategies for Florida Lemark Corporation to gain and maintain its competitive edge. The contractor relies on an automated software solution to significantly improve its takeoff, estimating, and proposal management processes. The solution offers a powerful platform, superior flexibility, and robust features. Having all applications in one easy-to-use software solution, Florida Lemark saves time and increases accuracy during their bidding process.
Modern Contractor Solutions – May 2011
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 How Mobile Devices Impact a Contractor's Bottom Line Contractors can access valuable information (such as plans, project budgets, daily field reports, change orders, compliance checklists, and more) whether in the office, on a job site, or on the road. This eliminates the mess and inaccuracies of using traditional job folders, and allows contractors to save time and manage with real-time data at their fingertips. This technology impacts contractors’ productivity and profitability, as well as their ability to compete for projects.
Construction Executive – May 2011
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 Executing Projects Profitably In today’s competitive market, masonry contractors need real-time data at their fingertips and many are turning to complete construction management software to gain critical access to accurate and current information whether they are in the office or in the field. Tasks such as managing sheet revisions, identifying and managing change orders, verifying details (i.e. footings), knowing delivery schedules, providing OSHA with requested compliance paperwork, and billing projects as they progress can all be simplified with an end-to-end solution.
Masonry – May 2011
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