So how exactly can you improve quantity takeoffs? It starts with choosing the right technology.Īccording to the latest Global Construction Survey by KPMG, contractors and owners indicated that “adoption of technology” is the second most important factor that can influence their success or failure in dealing with disruption.Īt Autodesk, we recognize the importance of getting projects off on the right foot. Manual processes are also inflexible and take more time, which means you’re more likely to get left behind by faster-moving and forward-thinking players. However, performing takeoffs using manual tools like paper plans, highlighters, and spreadsheets increases the likelihood of issues like human error and miscommunication. Accurate estimates not only lead to more work, but they also improve project outcomes by reducing the risk of rework, schedule delays, and budget overruns.

Through a streamlined quantity takeoff process, estimators can accurately determine what materials to source and the quantities required for a project. And proper planning is the best way to mitigate risk and set projects up for success before breaking ground.Įstimating teams play a critical role in successful planning.

That’s why having the right preconstruction strategy is more important than ever. From supply chain issues and the rise of material costs to labor shortages and increasing project complexity, construction companies will have to navigate many challenges well into the foreseeable future.

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