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Solar Software
Solar software, also called photovoltaic (PV) design software, is a design tool that allows solar installation companies or construction companies to create solar power system designs, generate proposals, and manage solar projects in one platform.
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, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Spain, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
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"Support, and that they are striving to make the product better. The automation feauture is great,..."
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Jason
President/CEO/CTO in US
This information was sourced from JobNimbus
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of JobNimbus
Pros:
Ease of use, email tracking, makes staying organized easy, budgets.
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Cons:
It was very difficult to customize and very wiggy. It did not integrate with our other software very well.
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This information was sourced from JobNimbus
Who Uses JobNimbus?
The #1 roofing app making contractors heroes. “This is f$&%ing awesome!” —Dave R. Run marketing, sales, production, billing, and communication—all in...
"I love Onshape. I now use it exclusively for all my 3D printing projects because of its accessibilit..."
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Terran
Research Assistant in US
This information was sourced from Onshape
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
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3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Onshape
Pros:
The software is updated regularly and new features have enhanced its use and applicability. Great option for small design companies and less costly.
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Cons:
Sometimes features work sometimes not. Selecting content was difficult as well but it could be my device and not the app itself.
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This information was sourced from Onshape
Who Uses Onshape?
Innovative, cloud-forward Agile product teams use Onshape's built-in collaboration and version control tools to build products faster and with fewer...
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China
, Colombia, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela
and 29 others
Languages
Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese
"Jonas does everything we need it to do. When something is not working, the Jonas team can take over..."
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Ashley
Billing Manager in US
This information was sourced from Jonas Construction Software
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Jonas Construction Software
Pros:
It is user friendly when it comes to different departments: project management, estimating, accounting, etc. Everything is done in one software.
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Cons:
The yearly support fee is too expensive. I'm forced to use Capital letters all of time.
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This information was sourced from Jonas Construction Software
Who Uses Jonas Construction Software?
We serve the electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and general contractor sectors. Jonas also works with a variety of other construction trades to...
"Project management solution and nice system for project cost management, billing and workflow easy..."
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Valarie
Project Director in Australia
This information was sourced from Successware
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Successware
Pros:
I like that we can handle so many parts of our business with this software, from invoicing to our customer database; a wide range of reports from equipment installed to job costing.
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Cons:
Probably my biggest problem is with PO's. If you have more than 1 receiving on a PO, you can not change the PO after one receiving has been posted unless you send the first receiving back.
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This information was sourced from Successware
Who Uses Successware?
Companies in the residential HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical businesses with anywhere from 8 to over 100 technicians.
"Amalgamating personnel, plant and equipment records into one manageable system. Allows the Workshop..."
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Candice
Compliance & Systems Consultant in Australia
This information was sourced from Assignar
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Assignar
Pros:
Thanks to Assignar we have managed to bring all our guys in house from an external payroll making it easier to track project costs as well as slash our payroll expenses.
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Cons:
It is difficult to obtain a negative comment towards the product since its complexity gives you the optimization of all the tasks and a better work management.
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This information was sourced from Assignar
Who Uses Assignar?
Construction subcontractors and general contractors with self-perform capability.
"The time frame to train new employees in Accubid Enterprise is drastically reduced from the..."
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Dan
Systems Specialist in US
This information was sourced from Trimble Accubid Anywhere
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
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CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
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3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Trimble Accubid Anywhere
Pros:
Thoroughness of the Product layed out sequentially to ensure complete coverage of scope.
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Cons:
For example, there is no such thing as a template estimate. There are estimates we call "Template", however there is no functional difference between and Estimate and a Template Estimate.
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This information was sourced from Trimble Accubid Anywhere
Who Uses Trimble Accubid Anywhere?
Commercial electrical, ICT (low voltage), and industrial mechanical contractors
"One of the easiest apps to use on any device. The steps are easy to follow and provide several..."
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Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
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3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Payzerware
Pros:
The software is very easy to use and navigate. It can be used on our desktops in the office or in a mobile way by our technicians.
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Cons:
Sometimes my guys have issues with the card readers. There is no way to swipe a card with the reader on the new iPhone it has to be input manually which costs a little more.
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This information was sourced from Payzerware
Who Uses Payzerware?
As a top-rated contractor software for small businesses, we are tailored to help your industry.
+ HVAC
+ Plumbing
+ Roofing
+ Electrical
+ Windows
+...
"Payroll hours submission, project cost reporting, billing information. General project reporting."
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Jon
Project Accountant in US
This information was sourced from B2W Track
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
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3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of B2W Track
Pros:
Ease of use and integration with electronic field logs.
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Cons:
The other complaint I receive from the foreman is photo on the FLs and not being able to select multiple pictures. That would be a large time saver for them.
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This information was sourced from B2W Track
Who Uses B2W Track?
Heavy Construction Contractors Doing Street/Highway - Paving, Concrete, Grading/Excavation, Bridges, Water/Sewer, Utilities, Pipelines - And More...
"My Rep, [sensitive content hidden] is been exceptional in being there for our business. When urgent..."
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Micheal
CEO in Canada
This information was sourced from Bolster
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Bolster
Pros:
I talked to the development team a bit and was able to use an API to port in customer information which was super helpful. I think CRM is useful, but not inclusive and currently use JobNimbus.
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Cons:
The ONLY potential downside is the time it takes to set up.
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This information was sourced from Bolster
Who Uses Bolster?
Custom Home Builders, General Contractors, Residential Remodeling, Flooring & Roofing
"This solution really brought us some challenges but opportunities as well, we are currently..."
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Federico
CFO in Brazil
This information was sourced from IFS Cloud
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
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3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of IFS Cloud
Pros:
Overall, IFS is a powerful system with a great deal of functionality. It is fairly easy to use, and to customize to specific company and user requirements.
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Cons:
Nothing is easily updated or changed and options in a drop down (or list of values) cannot ever be archived. No workflows exist in the system and permissions setup is a complete nightmare.
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This information was sourced from IFS Cloud
Who Uses IFS Cloud?
IFS Cloud focuses on five key industries, namely, manufacturing, energy, utilities and resources, service, construction and engineering, and...
"I use FotoNotes for my daily works, it saves me a lot of time uploading and submitting pics."
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Gorkhmaz
Environmentalist in Hungary
This information was sourced from SiteCapture
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of SiteCapture
Pros:
The data model schema is intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy to work with. SiteCapture offers excellent performance with virtually no downtime, ensuring a smooth and reliable experience.
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Cons:
There is not much that I don't like about the software.
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This information was sourced from SiteCapture
Who Uses SiteCapture?
Property Management, Construction, Real Estate, Home Services, Solar and field service oriented organization.
"To give an overall summary of my experience so far with canibuild, i was so surprised with what..."
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curtis
Planning Consultant in Australia
This information was sourced from Canibuild
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Canibuild
Pros:
Combined with the simply pricing / quoting functions we can turnaround an accurate quote before leaving the customers home. Its a great sales tool adding value to my business.
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Cons:
Occasional building lines aren't correct and the drawing feature is a bit tricky to use.
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This information was sourced from Canibuild
Who Uses Canibuild?
Home Builders, Granny Flat builders, ADU Builders, Swimming Pool Builders, Shed Builders, Engineer, Architects, Surveyors, Government Agencies.
"Generally speaking, since I've been using this application for 6 years, I won't be changing..."
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Olivier
Head of developpement in Luxembourg
This information was sourced from Merlin Project
Visual Modeling
Payment Processing
API
Proposal Generation
CRM
Price and Cost Calculations
Lead Management
Quotes/Estimates
3D Design & Modeling
This information was sourced from verified user reviews of Merlin Project
Pros:
It has all the functionality and features I need to build project schedules and manage them from day-to-day to ensure they stay on time and on budget.
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Cons:
The Inspector is quite hard to figure out. I find myself browsing through it almost constantly searching for that one setting.
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This information was sourced from Merlin Project
Who Uses Merlin Project?
Developed by project managers for project managers. Architecture & Construction, Media & Agencies, Research & Development, Music, Concerts & Touring,...
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