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    Trimble ProjectSight

    Score9.6 out of 10
    N/ATrimble ProjectSight, replacing the former Prolog, is a construction project management software solution for contractors and other AEC firms, providing a complete system of record for managing project information, from the field to the back office. Designed by construction professionals for construction professionals, ProjectSight is built for project managers accountable for construction costs, scope and schedules, and for project teams responsible for the successful delivery of projects.…N/A

    WinEst

    Score5.7 out of 10
    N/AWith thousands of users world-wide, WinEst estimating from Trimble GC is a database-driven construction project management solutions on the market. It looks and feels just like Excel with familiar Windows navigation, including drop-down menus and ribbon bars. Behind the covers is a database with multiple work-breakdown structures (WBS) and filters that can be customized to the user's preferences so that estimating data can be sliced and diced and presented in different ways. WinEst…N/A
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    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Features
    Trimble ProjectSightWinEst
    Reporting & Analytics
    Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Trimble ProjectSight and WinEst by Trimble
    Feature
    Trimble ProjectSight
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    26% above category average
    WinEst by Trimble
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    Ratings
    Dashboards10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Construction Project & Field Management
    Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Trimble ProjectSight and WinEst by Trimble
    Feature
    Trimble ProjectSight
    5.0
    3 Ratings
    42% below category average
    WinEst by Trimble
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    Plan distribution & viewing6.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Plan markups & sharing6.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Issue tracking & punchlists6.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Photo documentation6.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Jobsite reports4.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Document sharing3.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    RFI tools5.63 Ratings00 Ratings
    Collaboration & approvals2.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    As-built drawings6.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile app4.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Submittal design and management6.12 Ratings00 Ratings
    Checklists9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Change orders1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Estimating
    Comparison of Estimating features of Trimble ProjectSight and WinEst by Trimble
    Feature
    Trimble ProjectSight
    2.0
    1 Ratings
    116% below category average
    WinEst by Trimble
    8.6
    1 Ratings
    13% above category average
    Cost databases2.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Cost calculator2.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Takeoff tools00 Ratings3.01 Ratings
    Job costing00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Bid creation00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Trimble ProjectSightWinEst
    Likelihood to Recommend
    5.5
    (3 ratings)
    10.0
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    User Testimonials
    Trimble ProjectSightWinEst
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Trimble Viewpoint
    I would probably recommend Trimble ProjectSight (Prolog) over Procore, as it is an easier user interface and typically avoids any problems with the users. I would say that it does take some getting used to, but once you are used to it it is pretty easy to use. This would be good for a residential home in construction.
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    Trimble
    WinEst is truly built for everyone. Their assemblies/database linking is perfect for self perform and subcontractors while their database management and custom reporting is perfect for GCs. While Excel set the bar, WinEst is on another planet. With the immediacy required by today's markets, WinEst allows you to deliver a superior product while being more accurate.
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    Pros
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    • Change orders: great way to send and document official communications to subs and clients.
    • Drawings: always good to have drawings and info readily available.
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    Trimble
    • It's very flexible when building an estimate and selecting items to include. You can either click your way to the datebase or quickly copy and paste similar items.
    • The numerous ways to view and estimate whether it's by CSI, Uniformat, Master Format, or any view you'd like to see. One of ours is by program area, i.e. Sitework, Tower, Parking Deck, etc. After that, you can sort by Bid Package, CSI, etc. Quick buttons can be created far all the views you'd need which allows changing between views a breeze.
    • The visual interface is pleasing and easy to read.
    • It's easy to create your own database using Excel. Once you tag an item with unit costs, sort codes, etc., Winest will import it. You can also build it manually within the program but Excel was faster.
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    Cons
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    • speed. Some items take a bit long to bring up.
    • more direct use for individual specifications
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    • At times, WinEst controls feel counter intuitive. Also the tools available for actually developing the database can feel clunky. This means that if you do not take the time to create a robust import file, you will spend a serious amount of time fixing your errors.
    • WinEst is also an object based database which means that it is difficult to do mass dumps of information (mainly takeoff) into the program. While this is great for ensuring that everything is done purposefully, it does lead to extended hours of data entry
    • It takes hours upon hours of use before you begin to realize the true potential. The sheer number of tools is overwhelming and their help resources are very basic and only explain how to correctly enter the data but not the feature's best use cases.
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    Support Rating
    Trimble Viewpoint
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    Trimble
    Doug Quinn was our trainer and travels all over the country. Whenever I have an issue I shoot him an email and he quickly responds as soon as his training gets a break.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Trimble Viewpoint
    I have only used Procore otherwise, and from what I remember Procore does not have as many features in terms of keeping track of CD documents, and organizing RFI's like Trimble does. I think overall Trimble ProjectSight (Prolog) is a better product, and if it was up to me I would pick Trimble ProjectSight (Prolog) over Procore.
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    Trimble
    WinEst simply blows excel and Timberline out of the water. The shear depth of functionality is unparalleled. Not only does WinEst deliver a better product, it also shortens the amount of man hours required for each bid, alternate, pricing exercise, etc. On top of this, it has a number of redundant safeguards for catching errors that the others don't have.
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    Return on Investment
    Trimble Viewpoint
    • Positive: kept jobs running smoothly, awesome tool to track and oversee projects
    • Negative: not much really, good tool, just very in-depth with information that is needed to fill in documentation
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    Trimble
    • We've not measured the rate of return but WinEst has made us much more efficient and organized.
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