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Scheduling Pro Tip #3: What's So Critical about the Schedule's Critical Path?

Many challenges faced in construction project management could be avoided if the roofer didn’t have to depend on the framer or the carpenter on the plumber, however, we know that’s not the case – what’s the roof to do without the frame? Most tasks in your construction project schedule have relationships to one another, which is why task coordination is key and team visibility is vital. Developing an effective method for communicating, managing, and evaluating the current state of dependent schedule tasks allows you to see the ripple effects before they occur and work to minimize impact incurred from schedule offsets.

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Music Motivation: Travel Tunes

Whether you're spending the summer jet setting around the world or stuck planning vacations you might never take, this playlist from UDA Technologies is sure to transport you!

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Topics: Music Motivation

Learn from the Pros: Organize Construction Selections with Project Management Software

UDA Technologies is the fastest growing provider of construction management software. With over 750,000 users worldwide and exceeding $85 billion in jobs managed every day, our goal remains the same: your success. This post is part of an ongoing series that deep dives into features of our ConstructionOnline project management solution.

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Topics: UDA ConstructionOnline Learn From the Pros Client Selections Project Communication Residential Builders & Remodelers

Scheduling Pro Tip #2: Managing Key Milestones in Construction Schedules

Your goal for each construction project is to bring that project in on time and under budget. You wouldn’t want to simply outline the tasks that need to be completed within a project schedule and hope for the best. You would want to highlight key points throughout the project that mark progress achieved and keep you focused on the task at hand. The use of integral management devices such as schedule milestones allow for you to keep a close measure on the progress of your project and ensure that you are on the path to successful completion.

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Topics: Best Practices

ConstructionOnline Secret Hacks: Automated Reminders for Construction Daily Logs

Over half a million users can attest that ConstructionOnline addresses the prevalent project management needs of growing construction firms across the globe -- but do you know about ConstructionOnline’s secret weapons? ConstructionOnline Secret Hacks will point you to ConstructionOnline’s most unique tools, differentiators which truly make ConstructionOnline stand out as the most powerful construction project management software on the web today.

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Topics: ConstructionOnline Secret Hacks UDA ConstructionOnline Best Practices

Music Motivation: Power Hour

When crunch time hits, sometimes there's no choice but to power through and get it done. Survive your toughest workdays with this playlist of high-octane rock tunes from UDA Technologies!

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Topics: Music Motivation

Success Spotlight: Nip Tuck Remodeling

UDA Technologies is the fastest growing provider of construction management software. With over 650,000 users worldwide and exceeding $75 billion in jobs managed every day, our goal remains the same: your success. Our clients are helping to build the world and make a difference in their communities. This post is part of an ongoing series showcasing the work of UDA clients around the globe.

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Topics: Customer Spotlight

Scheduling Pro Tip #1: Set, Save, & Analyze Construction Schedule Baselines

In a perfect world, construction project schedules follow the original approved timeline from start to finish. But, any experienced construction manager can tell you, in reality, the final project schedule will be vastly different from the initial project schedule. As the project progresses, it’s important to evaluate changes to the project schedule and understand what factors contribute to these changes. Implementing business intelligence methods like baseline reviews gives you the ability to analyze cause-and-effect within the project and adjust accordingly – now and in the future – to ensure success for your company.

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Topics: Business Building Best Practices

Learn from the Pros: Build a Professional Online Presence with ConstructionOnline's Public Profiles

UDA Technologies is the fastest growing provider of construction management software. With over 650,000 users worldwide and exceeding $75 billion in jobs managed every day, our goal remains the same: your success. This post is part of an ongoing series that deep dives into features of our ConstructionOnline project management solution.

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Topics: UDA ConstructionOnline Learn From the Pros

ConstructionOnline Secret Hacks: GamePlan™ - Automated Email Reminders for Construction Tasks

Over half a million users can attest that ConstructionOnline addresses the prevalent project management needs of growing construction firms across the globe -- but do you know about ConstructionOnline’s secret weapons? ConstructionOnline Secret Hacks will point you to ConstructionOnline’s most unique tools, differentiators which truly make ConstructionOnline stand out as the most powerful construction project management software on the market today.

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Topics: UDA ConstructionOnline ConstructionOnline Tips & Tricks GamePlan