When (and How) to Include “Exclusions” in Proposals
In my last post, I described how to set clear expectations in the scope of services section of your proposal. Expectations can be further clarified in the “exclusions” portion, in which
What Is a Deliverable?
In my last blog, I wrote about the importance of setting the scope of a project. This week, I’d like to focus on what “deliverables” are, why to include them in
Still Using Paper for Time Entry? Excel?
Is it Saturday? Are you once again trying to update payroll and projects? Would you like your Saturdays back? Time Tracking Made Simple Time entry mistakes cost businesses millions, especially in
Are You Undervaluing Your Land Surveying Services?
Land surveying technology has vastly improved since George Washington first dragged a chain across Mount Vernon. GPS, CORS, VRS, and now drones have made taking measurements more accurate and efficient. As
Stay Competitive Through Real Estate Partnerships
Fluctuations in the housing market over the past decade have created tough conditions for land surveyors, and staying competitive in a challenging market requires new approaches to marketing your services. One
“Better Writing for Increased Profits”– California Surveyor Magazine Article
For land surveying projects, the proposal writing process can be daunting, time consuming and inefficient. However, there is an upside: The more proposals you submit, the more
Are Drones Right for Your Business?
Drones seem to be everywhere nowadays, especially in the mapping and construction industries. Manufactures make bold claims about accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. While it’s true that drones can be cheaper and
Avoiding Cash Flow Problems
There is nothing more stressful than eking through payroll with fingers crossed, hoping you have enough cash on hand. Of course, businesses sometimes need to operate close to or even in
Qfactor Demo Login Instructions
As promised, you've been sent a user invitation to Qfactor's demo site so you can 'kick the tires' before buying. Keep a look out for an email from 'qfactor@bizwatt.com.' If you
Can you answer the question on the first call?
What is First Call Resolution? You’re headed out the door to visit a site for an estimate when the phone rings. The client on the other end is demanding the drawings
QFACTOR VIDEO TRAINING TIPS
Qfactor provides a multitude of options for searching and finding. The simplest and most all-encompassing way is SEARCH ALL.
Qfactor provides flexibility in viewing your data with filters and search boxes. Watch this VIDEO DEMO of Filters and Search
Did you know … Qfactor shows you projects without a Project Manager assigned? Watch this VIDEO DEMO of “Projects without
Qfactor allows you to create a new proposal or create a new project. This gives you the flexibility to utilize
Once a new proposal is created, and contacts added, the next step is to add services and generate a
