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Article: Seven Ways to Increase Productivity, Efficiency, and Output Every Single Day
Whitepaper: Key Functionality and Capabilities of Project Software That Benefit Architecture Firms

Testimonial: Architecture Firm Improves Efficiency with High Level of Integration Between Project Accounting Software and Microsoft Project



This newsletter contains helpful material relevant to architecture firms including information on software for your industry.

Project Management and Accounting for Architecture

Seven Ways to Increase Productivity, Efficiency, and Output Every Single Day

1 – Stop Doing Business Processes Manually – Save time and sanity by eliminating duplicate data entry, manually entering data into the general ledger, and relying on one person and/or one file to capture or post data or route items for approval. Any set of processes routinely done manually will severely limit your ability to produce, grow, and maintain a competitive advantage.

2 – Find an IT Solution that Meets the Unique Requirements of an Architecture Firm – Whether your firm performs architecture services only or provides engineering, procurement, and construction management, you need a solution that meets your unique needs. One that allows you to capture timecard information from remote employees, automatically route data to appropriate managers, easily create, adjust, maintain, or view both billed or in-process invoices, and do many other processes specific to managing architecture projects.

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Key Functionalities and Capabilities of Project Software That Benefit Architecture Firms

Understanding Project Software

Project software is a tool that is used by many companies to schedule resources, estimate costs, track status, and analyze results of their projects. The purpose of this whitepaper is to be a resource for those interested in learning more about the capabilities and technology of mid-market project software and how you can take advantage of these capabilities for your project-based business. It will focus on some of the key functionality and capabilities of project software systems that are likely to be fo the greatest benefit to you.

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Architecture Firm Improves Efficiency with High Level of Integration Between Project Accounting Software and Microsoft Project

More architectural and engineering firms are combining as design/build projects increase. Tight integration of the architectural and engineering processes is essential for success. Financial risks can be high as you manage budgets, timelines, staffing, fluctuating cash flow, and the communication process. Many firms have relied on Microsoft Dynamics SL, its integration with Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office SharePoint to manage their project-driven organization.

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AUGUST 2008
 

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