Remodeling: Computer Systems

Visual Aides: How to Present Design Ideas

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:59:44 EST

Let TV and movies be your guide to some creative approaches to presenting your next design plan.

What I Like: Co-Construct Software

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:45:01 EST

Neal Fiske of TriplePoint Design Build talks about how Co-Construct has helped his business be more efficient and communicate with clients and trades more effectively.

Intel on Info: Google Search Tips

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 02:16:32 EST

Remodeling industry consultant Joe Stoddard offers tips on using Google's search operators to make your online searches more accurate and efficient.

Email Overload: Is Email Marketing Still Effective?

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:30:10 EST

Are consumers suffering from email marketing overload? Tips for managing your email list and making it a more effective marketing tool.

Fast and Finessed: 20-20 Technologies Releases 20-20 Design V10

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:53 EST

Give your designs a boost with more realistic photorendering from 20-20's latest software.

Client Visions: ArtiCAD MyRoomPlan Software

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:50 EST

Drive traffic to your website and gather new leads using interactive MyRoomPlan software.

Aggregating Options: Ekotrope's HomeSeed Energy Modeling Software

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:48 EST

Don't start another green building project without a software analysis to determine the best products and techniques.

Island Life: Steps in the Evolution of a Kitchen Island Design

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:26:44 EST

Using modeling software to help clients compare and contrast design elements and help the design evolve.

Major Modifications: Customizing Microsoft Access for the Remodeling Process

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:25:20 EST

Tailoring Microsoft Access database software to a remodeling company's specific needs.

What I Like: Master Builder's New Software Hits the Spot for This Office Manager

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:25:12 EST

Office manager Kathy Shertzer talks about using 100 Contractor 2013 for accounting, job costing, and more.

Cloud-Based Collaboration Using Trello.com Helps Businesses Stay Organized

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:25:06 EST

This free online collaboration system resembles a logistics board and helps organize multiple jobs, employees, and anything else you choose.

Draw Them In: Using 3-D Software to Communicate a Design to Clients

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:22:58 EST

Experiencing a project in three dimensions aids communication with clients, providing a much more accurate sense of how the project will look.

Software to Order: When Off-the-Shelf Won't Cut It, It's Time to Go Custom -- for a Price

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:22:42 EST

When one remodeler failed to find an off-the-shelf program to suit his company's needs, he opted to invest in tailor-made software to manage all aspects of his remodeling business.

Paperless Pro: The Best Tools for Creating and Editing PDFs

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:17:42 EST

JOE STODDARD outlines some of the best and least expensive tools if you're going paperless.

It's Time to Remodel Your Password Policy

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:17 EST

JOE STODDARD offers tips on for keeping your accounts and data from being compromised.

Resource: Disaster Planning for Small Business

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:11:03 EST

Looking for resources to help your company craft a plan for disaster preparedness? This government site is a great resource.

Apps Applied: Putting Four Popular Apps to Work in a Remodeling Project

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:50 EST

We show you how four popular apps can help you nail down the pre-construction part of a project.

Roll Your Own: Customized App Creation for Less Using Canvas

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:06:44 EST

JOE STODDARD talks about a new online tool to help you create specialized apps for your business.

3-D Training Tools: Three-Dimensional Design Made Easy With SketchUp

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:33:41 EST

A review of some online training offerings for learning how to use Google SketchUp.

Host With the Most: Web Hosting Explained

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:25 EST

Shared? Dedicated? Virtual dedicated? Joe Stoddard helps business owners make good choices.