Deltek ComputerEase vs. HCSS

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Deltek ComputerEase
Score 7.5 out of 10
N/A
ComputerEase Construction Software is a cloud-based accounting and construction management suite now supported by Deltek since the 2019 acquisition. The platform is designed to handle accounting needs specific to companies in the construction industry (e.g. HVAC, plumbing, demolition, heavy highway, commercial, and more; both commercial and residential construction), and also contains project management features for medium-sized to larger companies, as well as smaller companies in these…N/A
HCSS
Score 8.8 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
HCSS is a construction software suite. It includes functionality for bidding, time card and project management, safety, planning, scheduling, equipment management, and data warehousing and reporting. Each module can be purchased separately. The suite can be hosted in the cloud.N/A
Pricing
Deltek ComputerEaseHCSS
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Deltek ComputerEaseHCSS
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeRequired
Additional Details
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Features
Deltek ComputerEaseHCSS
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
25% above category average
HCSS
-
Ratings
Employee demographic data10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Employment history10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Job profiles and administration10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Organization and location management10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
28% above category average
HCSS
-
Ratings
Pay calculation10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Asset Management
Comparison of Asset Management features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
27% above category average
HCSS
-
Ratings
Tracking of all physical assets10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
20% above category average
HCSS
-
Ratings
Standard reports10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Construction Project & Field Management
Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
30% above category average
HCSS
6.8
33 Ratings
9% below category average
Jobsite reports10.01 Ratings8.030 Ratings
RFI tools10.01 Ratings3.01 Ratings
Change orders10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Plan distribution & viewing00 Ratings6.99 Ratings
Plan markups & sharing00 Ratings6.06 Ratings
Issue tracking & punchlists00 Ratings9.913 Ratings
Photo documentation00 Ratings10.025 Ratings
Document sharing00 Ratings7.117 Ratings
Collaboration & approvals00 Ratings4.019 Ratings
Mobile app00 Ratings6.128 Ratings
Estimating
Comparison of Estimating features of Product A and Product B
Deltek ComputerEase
10.0
1 Ratings
20% above category average
HCSS
-
Ratings
Job costing10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Cost databases10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
Deltek ComputerEaseHCSS
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(1 ratings)
6.1
(38 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(1 ratings)
7.0
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(35 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.2
(32 ratings)
User Testimonials
Deltek ComputerEaseHCSS
Likelihood to Recommend
Deltek, Inc.
We do not have Deltek + ComputerEase set up to run its full capabilities. But from what I have seen it can do, I hope we get it up to par really soon.
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HCSS
Our operation uses several pieces of what we call specialty equipment (not used every day on every job). The foreman when finished will give a location of where this equipment is left, this many times can be very vague and lead to a lowboy driver trying to block around to find the piece or driving down a street he cannot get turned around in. With the GPS devices, the driver can pinpoint exactly where the unit is and if he has room to turn around at that location.
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Pros
Deltek, Inc.
No answers on this topic
HCSS
  • #1 is support! HCSS is by far the best software support of any product we have ever used. Unlike most software companies HCSS utilizes their support calls to help upgrade their software. When you here them tell you that they will write down a particular issue you come across during a support call if they can't help you then and there they will research and get an answer to you extremely fast. If the software will not do it, you can bet there is a good chance it will be on the list of enhancements you will see come out in the near future.
  • Estimating software is very extensive. Their software is capable of handling the smallest estimate all the way to the largest joint venture estimate. It has advanced features that make it extremely useful for analyzing job materials, subcontractors etc.
  • HeavyJob is an extremely useful tool for the field to keep the office up to date with job costs. Everything is at the Foreman's fingertips on Tablets to allow the information from the field to get uploaded to HeavyJob manager which then can export to accounting. We are also able to give our Foreman the ability to deal with the Daily and weekly safety needs (Tailgate Meetings, incident Investigation, observations etc.) right on the Tablets thru HeavyJob.
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Cons
Deltek, Inc.
No answers on this topic
HCSS
  • All their apps are on mobile devices. Although there is not a clear company policy on Android versus iPhone. Updates for features lag behind on Android. Some apps are exclusive to one platform making it hard to fully interconnect all programs.
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Usability
Deltek, Inc.
Deltek + ComputerEase is a good program. I gave it a nine, only because you cannot just pick up and go with this program. You defiantly will need some training on how to use it. But it seems to be a wonderful software once used as it should be
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HCSS
As mentioned, user interface appears messy and complicated at initial onset. Training is necessary but becomes easy to maneuver through after solid daily use.
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Support Rating
Deltek, Inc.
Someone is always there to help me
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HCSS
I have never had a bad experience or heard of one in 4 years of doing business with HCSS. That is unheard of even with the hurricanes and flooding in Houston area it feels like HCSS was always there and willing to help in every way.
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Implementation Rating
Deltek, Inc.
No answers on this topic
HCSS
I was not employed with PPI upon implementation. I would prefer to reference my previous statement, that each company needs to evaluate its culture and address your implementation accordingly. The purchasing company should assign an employee as point person and really take charge of not just the technical side of the implementation (HCSS pretty much handles that), but focus on company culture and training.
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Alternatives Considered
Deltek, Inc.
I used Foundations for a very long time. I did use Foundations at its full capabilities. I have not used Deltek + ComputerEase at its full capabilities yet. But so far, in my opinion, Foundations is more user friendly for people who have not been taught how to use it, than Deltek + ComputerEase is.
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HCSS
Other estimating products I have used consist of ICE/MC2 and MS Excel. ICE was not a good fit for our company, as they have awful technical support and offer very poor training. MS Excel is great for simple estimates where there is not a lot of data being compiled. However neither hold a candle to the power of HCSS Heavybid
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Return on Investment
Deltek, Inc.
No answers on this topic
HCSS
  • The biggest ROI for us was the ease of adoption by field personnel.
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ScreenShots

Deltek ComputerEase Screenshots

Screenshot of Customizable workflow menuScreenshot of ExpenseEase Mobile AppScreenshot of Job intelligence dashboardScreenshot of Mobile field managementScreenshot of Payroll intelligence centerScreenshot of Time entry app

HCSS Screenshots

Screenshot of HeavyBid - build the structure of your estimateScreenshot of HeavyBid - manage sub and material quotesScreenshot of HeavyBid - create professional bid proposalsScreenshot of HeavyJob - manage your job site from your mobile deviceScreenshot of HeavyJob - capture job site photos from any deviceScreenshot of HeavyJob - review, edit, and approve time cards from a mobile device