Builder Magazine: Software

An App to Streamline Blueprint Sharing

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 02:49:26 EST

Fast and intuitive, the PlanGrid app allows teams to annotate and share plans seamlessly.

New Software Tool Lets Trade Partners Share 3D Plans

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:24:47 EST

SAPPHIRE Viewer eases the reviewing and confirmation process, especially for roof and wall truss construction.

Co-construct Offers Client Mobile App

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:00:07 EST

Co-construct's client mobile app is powered by the company's software but branded with the builder's logo.

USP Structural Connectors' Catalog Available on iPad

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:01:21 EST

USP Structural Connectors has made its entire catalog of products available through its new iPad app.

Is Proprietary Software Better Suited for Builders' Operations?

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:07:16 EST

A regional builder and systems provider debate customization and compromise.

BlockAvenue Aims to Be Yelp for Neighborhoods

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 11:58:00 EST

The service is mining Facbook for hyperlocal comments to help fuel its neighborhood ratings.

Serious Energy Sells Its Business in Colorado

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 04:50:26 EST

The high-profile supplier retrenches to its core building products.

Four Tech-Savvy Architects Reveal Their Favorite Apps

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 10:50:33 EST

Apps can shrink desktop programs to fit and function on mobile devices, but the most sophisticated programs enable designers to work in a new paradigm of connectivity that was previously unimaginable.

New Tech Tools

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 12:57:49 EST

New Builder Communication Feature and New Walk-Through Platform

Your Website First Point of Contact

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 04:51:55 EST

Builders need to know the five key points to a successful website.

Business Software Developers Wins Ruling

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:38:24 EST

Federal appeals court in Seattle upheld the terms of a commercial software publisher's end-user license agreement.

Software Developers Create Apps for Builders Using iPads

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:35:55 EST

The iPad hasn't replaced laptops just yet but it's coming.

New System Shows Homeowners How to Significantly Reduce Their Mortgage Interest Payments

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:30:07 EST

A consumer advocate and software provider think builders could offer this program as a sales incentive.

Web-Based Software Apps for Builders

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:36:47 EST

BuilderMT Suite and Explorer Software Group software now work together.

Construction Accounting Software Acquisitions

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:36:48 EST

Constellation HomeBuilder Systems aquires BuildTopia and Sage adds Timberline Enterprise.

Home Energy Performance Audits and Advice at Your Fingertips

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:23:54 EST

A new application for iPad and iPhone helps architects, builders, and homeowners evaluate home efficiency and energy ratings.

Managing Warranty Issues Through Automation

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:36:46 EST

Several new software solutions for home builders to manage warranty issues effectively and efficiently.

Builders Collaborate With Buyers

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:36:45 EST

New software allows buyers and builders to work together online to design a home.

AIA Issues New Software to Help Firms Perform Energy Modeling

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 02:56:27 EST

Reporting tool advances the group’s goal of achieving carbon-neutral buildings by 2030.

New California Residential Building Initiatives Challenge Builders

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:36:44 EST

BIM software can help builders be more efficient and meet these challenges.