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Advanced options for estimating with assemblies were released as part of the most recent upgrade for ConstructionSuite, UDA’s comprehensive project management tool. OnCost Estimating, the award-winning construction estimating component of ConstructionSuite, continues to expand capabilities to further meet the needs of clients worldwide. Estimating with assemblies simplifies the estimate process and improves the accuracy of project totals by streamlining individual items into repeatable sets, or assemblies.

UDA Technologies has verified ConstructionOnline Mobile’s full compatibility with Apple’s iPhone X – together, empowering hundreds of thousands of ConstructionOnline subscribers who rely on Apple products to manage & share their daily data. ConstructionOnline Mobile provides construction professionals worldwide access to the information needed to build better, smarter, and faster – and a strong partnership with leading technologies supports this ability to do so. The iPhone X was released in November of 2017, and is cited as being the most durable, most intelligent, and most efficient iPhone to date, making it the perfect tool for field management.

UDA Technologies recently released ConstructionSuite 9, the latest and greatest upgrade for their advanced desktop project management suite, ConstructionSuite. OnCost Estimating, the renowned estimating program in ConstructionSuite, benefitted from several enhancements in ConstructionSuite 9, including progressive administrative management for estimates in the form of new locking mechanisms.

This week, initial upgrades for ConstructionSuite 9 were released for premium TotalCare Members. ConstructionSuite 9, the latest and greatest version of UDA’s industry-leading desktop suite, introduces new features and include powerful enhancements for existing features. Upgrades are generally released in batches to eligible TotalCare Members.

ConstructionOnline was selected by FinancesOnline as one of the Top 20 Construction Management Software Solutions of 2017. FinancesOnline is an independent software review platform that assists business professionals in finding the best B2B & SaaS solutions to meet their needs. ConstructionOnline was recognized as a solution which “integrates key construction processes” and “fast tracks [project] completion.” The review goes on to describe ConstructionOnline as “user-friendly” and “streamlined” with “flexibility” and “intuitive collaboration, planning, and management tools.”

UDA Technologies announced the coming release of ConstructionSuite 9, the latest version of their powerful project management suite, before the end of 2017. The engineering innovation of UDA combined with feedback from hundreds of thousands of clients has created ConstructionSuite 9, full of new capabilities, as well as impressive feature enhancements. Building on the already phenomenal foundation of previous ConstructionSuite versions and exceeding expectations industry-wide, UDA succeeds in providing the most advanced project management software available today.

This week, ConstructionOnline increases the power of ConstructionOnline Scheduling with the addition of new reporting capabilities. Joining a multitude of thorough reports already available in ConstructionOnline, new Scheduling reports continue to enhance subscribers’ abilities for better project insight.

UDA Technologies ends 2017 on a high note, reporting impressive social media growth since January 1, 2017. Heightened outreach via UDA’s Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts has resulted in higher engagement with current and potential customers who are able to have immediate access to information regarding product releases & updates, upcoming company events, and the people behind the software at UDA.

UDA Technologies has completed certification for ConstructionOnline Mobile on iPad and iPad Pro. ConstructionOnline Mobile, originally released for iPhone and Android download in October, has now been optimized for iPad download and functionality, once again expanding the project accessibility UDA consistently delivers.

Today, UDA Technologies is excited to announce the availability of enhanced Custom Apps for ConstructionOnline subscribers. New Custom Applications provide updated custom branded mobile applications for ClientLink and TeamLink contacts to use in communication with their project team.

UDA Technologies is celebrating the success of clients with the recurring Success Spotlight series on the UDA Blog. In each Success Spotlight, UDA highlights individual companies the world over who are using ConstructionSuite and/or ConstructionOnline to build the world and make a difference. Published monthly, client success stories are works of collaboration put together by a member of the UDA Success Team and selected clients. Each showcase provides the UDA client a platform to detail the work they do through stories and images, & share how the tools and services provided by UDA have impacted their business.

From general contractors, custom home builders, specialty subs, design+build firms, and more, client success stories display the variety of commercial and residential construction professionals who have found their project management solution through UDA Technologies. With over 450,000 construction professionals relying on the UDA, each user experience is important and UDA appreciates the opportunity to celebrate the success of individual subscribers. If you are interested in sharing your success with ConstructionSuite or ConstructionOnline, contact Caroline Prater at cprater@uda1.com.

UDA Technologies continues to blaze new paths to success with the release of Socket, ConstructionOnline’s unique desktop assistant. The innovative technology of Socket provides the capability for ConstructionOnline to integrate with industry-leading desktop systems, including QuickBooks and PlanSwift. The release of this groundbreaking tool makes ConstructionOnline the only cloud-hosted project management solution to offer full integration with the #1 recommended accounting software for construction professionals, QuickBooks Desktop. This winning combination means ConstructionOnline users will now have more accurate job costing data, faster access to project finances, and a better overall project process with all the power of the desktop, now on the cloud.

UDA Technologies is proud to announce the renewal of a long-term partnership with Reckon, the leading provider of accounting software in Australia and New Zealand. UDA is trusted with the management of over $65 billion in construction projects worldwide and is well-renowned for providing seamless accounting integration for construction professionals across the globe. As UDA continues to expand their global offerings, partnerships with international industry leaders, like Reckon, support comprehensive project management and powerful financial integration for growing construction firms internationally.

This week, CIO Bulletin featured UDA Technologies as one of their 30 Most Innovative Companies in 2017. CIO Bulletin provides a forum for Business & Information Technology (IT) industry leaders to share best practices and innovative tech solutions to support the development and achievement of corporate goals. 

Recently, ConstructionOnline introduced expanded options for recurring calendar events in ConstructionOnline’s comprehensive calendar. Now, schedule recurring calendar events up to 5 years in the future, ensuring that companies can successfully manage annual due dates, deadlines, reviews, and more. 

This week, UDA Technologies released an update for ConstructionSuite which expanded the types of files that can be imported into ConstructionSuite. OnCost Estimating has accepted CAD Imports since inception, empowering users by bringing CAD information into the industry’s most powerful construction estimating tool. By accepting additional files for import, ConstructionSuite only enhances this aspect of the system. File types now accepted for import include .XML, .XLS, .XLSX, .CSV, and .TXT. 

One of the primary advantages of construction project management software is the ability to swiftly repurpose and share information as needed. ConstructionOnline has offered this advantage for years, through reports and construction documents generated from estimates, schedules, and other features. Today, five new options are now available. 

• Estimate vs. Actual Report. Track your costs and how they differ from original estimates.
• Purchase Orders. Create a Purchase Order document for any project, and choose which Categories and Subcategories to include.
• Request for Quotes. Draw up a Request for Quote form to get accurate costs from vendors.
• Estimate Notes Report. Pull notes from an estimate, including General, TeamLink, and ClientLink notes.
• Lead Tracking Report. Extract valuable lead tracking information into a printable document.

These documents and reports are now live for all ConstructionOnline pro users, and can be found on the Lead Tracking and GamePlan pages.

The newest member of the UDA Technologies app family has arrived: ConstructionOnline Mobile for iOS and Android devices. Access the power of your desktop from anywhere to quickly and easily manage, track, and update projects on the go. You can also send and receive messages, and markup plans and drawings, straight from your mobile device. 

The app contains all the functionality of the browser version - and more, with Time Clock and Timesheet features for recording and sharing employee work hours. ConstructionOnline Mobile is available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Download the app and discover the power of next-gen UDA mobile construction apps. 

The upcoming Special Session Webinar will feature the ConstructionOnline Mobile App. Don't miss out - follow the link to reserve your seat today.

UDA Technologies today announced plans to attend the NAHB International Builders' Show 2018 in Orlando, Florida. From January 9-11, the largest trade show of its kind will feature the latest and most in-demand products and services. UDA is excited to showcase the company's hard work and innovation on the award-winning construction project management software ConstructionOnline. 

Following last year's successful IBS experience, UDA Technologies will host a booth and feature speakers at the upcoming trade show. Keep an eye on the company's Latest News page for more updates and details on how to win free tickets to the show. 

When our potential clients consider starting a ConstructionOnline account, they are making a decision that is an investment in their companies' future success. UDA Technologies's goal is to provide excellent products, first-class service and superior support to help our clients achieve that success. In pursuit of that goal, UDA Technologies has been fervently developing the ConstructionOnline Knowledge Base, which now contains over 500 support topics covering the entire online project management software.

The ConstructionOnline platform has seen phenomenal growth since its release. By adding hundreds of new support resources in just a few months, UDA has already seen a large impact on client success and satisfaction. To maintain this momentum, UDA Technologies will continue to add support and educational resources that help ConstructionOnline users get the most out of the online construction management platform. 

UDA Technologies today announced the winner of our Facebook DJI Phantom Drone Giveaway. The lucky winner is Mattia Zammarchi!  Mattia is a student currently pursuing his PhD as a Structural Surveyor. Mattia says, "Thank you very much for your message and I don't know what to say!! I'm so excited because I will use this device for my next chapter of my research for my PhD!!!" 

UDA is honored and excited to support his research as he grows the knowledge of the construction industry. We can't believe we landed on Mattia as a random choice, but we're glad we did!

Our Facebook page serves as a great way to keep in touch and to get to know a little more about us as a company. We are honored to have such a (rapidly growing) following on social media, and we are glad to send this amazing piece of technology to such a great person. We can't wait to see Mattia's work  Thank you Mattia, and all of our 30,000+ followers! Stay tuned for our next giveaway at 40,000 likes.

Three OnSite Mobile Construction Apps are showcased in the August 2017 Essential Apps section of Construction Executive magazine, "the leading publication for the business of construction." Reaching over 50,000 contractors and construction-related business owners across North America, Construction Executive Essential Apps features included OnSite Photo, OnSite Logging, and OnSite Planroom. Read the articles below, and download these essential construction apps from both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store

• OnSite Photo - Capture and share professional photos in a snap. Create albums in just seconds, then upload photos directly to your ConstructionOnline account.
• OnSite Logging - Discover a faster, easier way to keep track of daily activity at the jobsite with project logging. Enter notes, capture photos, or record video, all in one daily log app.
• OnSite PlanRoom - Review and share construction drawings and markup plans with a completely touch-optimized interface. No more hauling stacks of drawings to the jobsite.

UDA Technologies continues to invest millions of dollars and thousands of hours into our software solutions. Recently, our efforts have turned to increasing the speed of the full ConstructionOnline platform, starting with Scheduling and Redline Planroom. Both features have been greatly optimized, bringing massively faster load times and smoother realtime use. Platform-wide speed has also improved and will continue to accelerate over the following weeks. UDA Technologies could already claim the title of the World's Fastest Scheduling software, but now UDA is pushing the entire ConstructionOnline platform into the realm of milliseconds.

UDA Technologies recently renewed its long-term partnership with the Housing Industry Association in Australia, the leading association for Australian building professionals. HIA represents the interests of the housing industry at regional and national levels, with a reach of over 112,000 construction professionals and an extensive membership program supporting residential builders, trade contractors, design professionals, kitchen and bathroom specialist, developers, manufacturers, and suppliers. Renewing this successful partnership with HIA will allow UDA to continue to provide award-winning construction software to HIA professionals and grow the company's presence in Australia.

UDA Technologies today announced the start of a campaign to highlight customer success stories. Beginning with Saturn Power's recent accomplishments, the campaign will bring some of our thriving customers into the spotlight, demonstrating the opportunities available for companies committed to building faster, smarter, and better. These customer highlights can be found on the UDA Technologies blog, under the success stories category. UDA is committed to the growth and success of our customers, and their stories motivate the company's continued efforts to provide the best software solutions for construction professionals.

Are you proud of your company? Do you think you deserve some recognition for your hard work and success? Contact us!

Software Advice has announced the designation of ConstructionSuite 8 as a 2017 FrontRunners Master for Construction Estimating Software. The Master designation identifies ConstructionSuite as a top performing product that offers highly specialized sets of functionality and fine-tuned, focused key features.

The FrontRunners analysis is powered by Gartner Methodology and presents a data-driven assessment of the most capable and valuable systems for businesses. UDA Technologies is honored to be selected as one of the few FrontRunners Master softwares from over 300 products, and we will continue to innovate and build great technology solutions for construction professionals.

We are thrilled to announce that the UDA Technologies Facebook page has soared past 30,000 likes! Our Facebook page serves as a great way to keep in touch and to get to know a little more about us as a company. We are honored to have such a (rapidly growing) following on social media.

So from all of us at UDA Technologies, thank you! To mark the occasion, we’ll be giving away a free DJI Phantom 3 drone. Every 10,000 likes, we give away one of these drones to a lucky winner drawn at random.

In the meantime, please keep your feedback coming. We love hearing from you, and it helps make us better. And one last thing: if you haven’t yet, go like our Facebook page and enter the DJI Phantom drone giveaway for when we fly past 40,000 likes!

UDA Technologies is excited to announce the addition of new staff members across all departments. As the number of people building the world using ConstructionSuite and ConstructionOnline rises at record speed, our company continues to expand to facilitate this growth.

We’ve expanded our Product Development team, welcomed new Mobile App developers, and brought in new Graphic Design and Product Specialist talent. The latest members of our family are excited to further UDA Technology’s tradition of exceptionally high standards for software development and unparalleled customer service.

Building on the most robust digital project logging solution available on the market, UDA Technologies has added new two new functionalities to ConstructionOnline’s project logging feature – required project logging management and project log duplication. Eliminate excuses for missed project logs with Required Logs for your projects. Once a Required Log setting is in place, reminders for your team members to fill out their project logs will be sent out automatically via email and text message. To speed up the logging creation process, you can now copy a project log to a new date and edit it as needed. UDA has seen multiple requests for these features, and we are thrilled to turn those requests into real, useful enhancements.

With the addition of our cutting-edge, cloud-based text editor ConstructionOnline goes beyond document management software to give you total control of the words on any page. Sporting a full set of tools and capabilities currently missing from heavyweight platforms (including Google Docs and Microsoft 365) the new document editing tools can modify all document types – including PDF files. Access and fully edit your documents from anywhere in the world. Need to make a quick correction right before a meeting? With ConstructionOnline, now you can.

ConstructionOnline’s Newsfeed page offers a streamlined way for companies to keep track of critical information. The Newsfeed page pulls together your recent company activity, upcoming due dates, schedules and calendar events, and more. Customize the layout of your Newsfeed to prioritize the information you want to see first. Look over the Newsfeed page and get the data you need to make confident business decisions and take action.

UDA Technologies has been named to the prestigious 2017 FrontRunners for Construction Project Management Software. Products that qualify as FrontRunners are top performing products in their market. The FrontRunners analysis is powered by Gartner Methodology and presents a data-driven assessment of the most capable and valuable systems for small businesses. It’s driven by real user reviews/ratings and verified product data.

Today, UDA Technologies is excited to announce the release of ConstructionOnline Estimating. The first of many groundbreaking features to be debuted in 2017, ConstructionOnline Estimating rounds out the unparalleled project management capabilities that UDA consistently provides in their ever-growing cloud-based system.

Built on the solid foundation of ConstructionOnline Budgeting, ConstructionOnline Estimating introduces advanced estimating tools that provide users the ability to build initial estimates, generate proposals, and manage job costs – all from any device connected to the internet. UDA Technologies also brings the 5-Column Estimator format to ConstructionOnline giving users the flexibility of varied tools to fit their specific needs. Enhanced Change Order Management, Client Selections, and QuickBooks Online Integration combine with ConstructionOnline Estimating to provide company users, subcontractors, and clients accurate and immediate information at any point during the project.

“We know that when our clients can get better information sooner, they are able to increase profitability, improve the quality of the construction experience for all involved, and ultimately grow their companies,” Taylor Pruitt, ConstructionOnline Product Lead explained, “and that’s exactly the outcome we plan for, because our goal is the success of our clients.”

ConstructionOnline has welcomed the newest member of its feature family with brand new Lead Tracking! Get visibility on potential jobs and stay busy year-round by capturing leads and tracking them from initial contact through sales fulfillment.

With custom views and beautiful dashboards, you can evaluate your closing history by Lead Source, Sales Rep, Job Type, and more to isolate your most successful jobs and hone in on them. Once you’ve found your sweet spot, take advantage of lead events to stay on track with scheduled callbacks and meeting reminders. Stop chasing money and start earning it today! 

The latest in a storied history of successful products has arrived! We are proud to announce the release of the ConstructionSuite 8 - the latest, greatest addition to the UDA product line. Just when you thought there was nothing left to add, our product team’s innovation has come through yet again and introduced a host of new features that exceeded even our own expectations. The most anticipated feature is 5-column estimating, which will allow you to track all the classification costs for an item in a single row, simplifying and streamlining estimates.

ConstructionSuite 8 comes just over a year since the release of ConstructionSuite 7, and has been fine tuned by feedback from our clients, and changes in the industry. UDA Technologies’ developers have worked tirelessly to ensure our clients have the latest technology coupled with the must-have features to make the office work a breeze.

UDA is excited to announce our presence at the NAHB International Builders’ Show in Orlando! The show takes place January 10-12 and is one of the largest in the world, spanning over 550,000 square feet and attracting over 60,000 attendees.

This year, we are excited to showcase all of the hard work and new features we’ve put in to ConstructionOnline to continue building momentum on the most awarded Construction software in the industry. We’d love to see you at our booth for meet-and-greets, product demos, and a sneak peek at futuristic technology being developed by UDA!

The industry’s largest family of mobile construction apps is back and better than ever. UDA is excited to announce the first iOS releases of the new generation of OnSite mobile apps – OnSite Files and OnSite Planroom.

With an updated look and feel for a truly native experience and speed enhancements for connections to ConstructionOnline, these apps are ones you won’t want to miss. Download OnSite Files and OnSite Planroom from the App Store today to begin viewing, sharing, and uploading all of your plans, files, and photos today!

UDA has always been proud of our cutting edge features and continual commitment to improving our products with the advance of technology, but this may be the most distinguishing feature to date. The all new Redline Planroom gives users the ability to upload plans and drawings, add markups and annotations, and invite collaborators with the click of a button.

This type of functionality is scarce in the industry to begin with, and the products that do offer it are built on outdated technology. With a brand new take and proprietary image rendering technology, ConstructionOnline blows the competition out of the water. Redline can upload plans 50 times faster than the next closest competitor, and up to 200 times faster than others. With this kind of speed and an unmatched toolset for drawing markup, what are you still waiting for? Sign up for ConstructionOnline and start using Redline today – for FREE

The industry’s largest family of mobile construction apps has a new look and feel. In an effort to provide a seamless user experience for Android users, the first set of upgrades to our OnSite mobile apps - including Files, Photo, Video and Planroom - is now live on the Google Play store! These apps use native Android design and a sharp new look to create an interface that is consistent with your everyday use and eliminates learning curve.

We’ve had a tremendous response to the new updates, and our Android team is working diligently to continue exceeding expectations with updates to our other apps. For the iPhone users reading this, don’t worry – we’ve got great new content coming soon!

As part of our ever-growing partner program, UDA has joined forces with Xero – one of the fastest growing accounting platforms on the market. Our desktop platform, ConstructionSuite, has long been recognized as the premier program for job costing and accounting integration, and through partnerships such as this one, we are extending this commitment to ConstructionOnline for years to come.

Integration with Xero includes automatic generation of contacts when projects are generated in ConstructionOnline, as well as automatic invoice generation and payment tracking for change orders generated in ConstructionOnline. As our partnerships grow, keep an eye out for spectacular new integration features with Xero and other online partners!

Feeding off of the momentum of an office expansion in 2015 which doubled the size of UDA headquarters, additional staff members have been hired this summer to join the UDA team. As the company grows at record pace and our active user base approaches the 400,000 mark, these new staff members will contribute immediately to allow us to maintain our culture of excellent customer service.

New hires span from Mobile Developers to Product Specialists, and will ensure that UDA’s market climb continues for many years to come. We are excited to welcome our newest team members to join us in our mission to control the chaos of construction and build smarter, faster, and better.

UDA had the privilege of visiting our clients at the Orlando Master Custom Builder Council this week to present on ways to improve project communication. The spotlight shone on ConstructionOnline’s Client portals, which bring clients and builders together for instant communication on Change Orders, selections, and more. Council members also got a sneak peek at ConstructionOnline Redline – UDA’s revolutionary drawing management feature coming soon!

In addition to touring a beautiful custom home built by Hardwick General Contracting, UDA staff took a trip to Disney World for a day of fun and team building -The Wizarding World of Harry Potter was a staff favorite! We are looking forward to seeing all of the builders again – and a few pints of Butterbeer – when we return for the NAHB International Builders Show in January!

ConstructionOnline Scheduling has solidified its dominance as the world’s fastest scheduling, but it’s no one trick pony. In addition to its unrivaled response time, ConstructionOnline’s Gantt chart scheduling has continued to add power features to its already impressive resume. The latest of these features include ASAP designations and project baselines.

UDA Technologies has just returned from Baltimore after attending the ‘Master Your Remodeling Business’ workshop hosted by Remodeler’s Advantage. As part of an ongoing commitment to construction education and first-class software, UDA presented to attendees on better business practices and the importance of quality project management software to accomplish these goals.

As the recommended software vendor for Remodeler’s Advantage and the industry’s leading software for Residential construction, UDA Technologies thanks everyone involved for the opportunity and looks forward to continuing to build successful, profitable clients!

Starting off hot this summer, UDA products have reached an impressive milestone by surpassing a total of 500 client reviews on Software Advice. With ConstructionSuite and ConstructionOnline, UDA is the only company that can claim two products in the 10 most popular software choices, and both products boast a recommendation rate of over 90%.

Software Advice is a leading authority on software selection. In its ten-year history, Software Advice experts have helped hundreds of thousands of companies find the best system for their businesses. Each software category features a Top Ten list of software systems for buyers to consider.