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A Buying Guide for Leading Estimators
INTRODUCTION – WHY YOU’RE READING THIS
If you’re here, chances are you’re tired of juggling spreadsheets, chasing down numbers from past projects, and watching your margins disappear thanks to tools that compromise the accuracy of your estimates.
And you’re not alone. A 2022 McKinsey study of over 500 global projects – each valued at $100 million or more – found that cost overruns averaged a staggering 79% above initial estimates. That’s not just a financial headache; it’s a full-blown strategic liability.
Your estimating system is a strategic asset for your business that helps protect your bottom line. As you’re evaluating estimating software, this guide will help you cut through the noise and find the right estimating solution – one that fits the way you build.
THIS GUIDE WILL HELP YOU:
- Understand key estimating software features
- Assess the return on investment for onboarding a new solution
- See real-world success stories
- Learn what to ask vendors (including us!)