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B2W Estimate

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What is B2W Estimate?

B2W Estimate is a construction and estimation software offering from B2W Software Inc.

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What is B2W Estimate?

B2W Estimate is a construction and estimation software offering from B2W Software Inc.

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Product Details

What is B2W Estimate?

B2W Estimate software for heavy civil construction estimating and bidding designed to enable contractors to bid with speed, accuracy, and strategy. Users can pre-populate a centralized database with cost data and structures for labor, tasks, materials, and equipment and use these building blocks to complete bids.

B2W Estimate boasts enterprise-class performance and scalability in combination with a Windows look and feel and construction logic. Pay-item, WBS, or hybrid bids can be completed, and multiple estimators can work on a bid simultaneously. Additional features include mobile estimating, vendor and subcontractor management, and cross-bid analysis and reporting.

Within the B2W Software ONE Platform, the B2W Estimate can communicate detailed job information directly to B2W applications for scheduling and field tracking. The software also integrates with DOT electronic bidding systems and more than 30 accounting/ERP platforms including Viewpoint, Oracle, Dexter + Chaney, Foundation, and QuickBooks. This is in order to eliminate redundant data entry and errors.

B2W Estimate: Product Brief

B2W Estimate Features

  • Supported: Central Resource Database
  • Supported: Audit Trail
  • Supported: Error-Check Wizard
  • Supported: Export to project management, accounting and field tracking systems
  • Supported: Flexible pay item, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) or hybrid bidding
  • Supported: Specialized functionality for creating bids from databases, templates and cost structures
  • Supported: Vendor and subcontractor RFQ management
  • Supported: Simultaneous use by multiple estimators

B2W Estimate Screenshots

Screenshot of Custom DatabasesScreenshot of Item ListingScreenshot of Check WizardScreenshot of Bid PricingScreenshot of Bid FormsScreenshot of Sample Report

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B2W Estimate Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise
Operating SystemsWindows 8, Windows 10
Mobile ApplicationNo
Supported CountriesUnited States, Canada
Supported LanguagesEnglish
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Reviews and Ratings

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Users of B2W Estimate find the task creation feature to be highly helpful, allowing them to save and recall tasks at a later time. This capability not only enhances their productivity but also ensures that important details are not overlooked. The software is widely regarded as user-friendly, making it easy for newcomers to navigate and use effectively. With its smooth estimation process that seamlessly flows into tracking and scheduling, B2W Estimate helps users reduce surplus and save valuable time. Additionally, by standardizing the bidding and job setup process across the company, the software enables management at various locations to review bids efficiently. Customers appreciate the user-friendly package and customer support provided by B2W, which further enhances their experience with the software.

One of the notable benefits of using B2W Estimate is the ability to bid on more projects, leading to increased efficiency and productivity. This is achieved by leveraging databases that allow users to put estimates together more quickly. The software's structured breakdown organizes everything systematically, providing a clear view of how bids are broken up and ensuring that no crucial details are missed during the estimation process. Users believe that B2W Estimate helps provide more accurate and competitive estimates, ultimately contributing to their success in winning projects. The flexibility and adaptability of the software meet the diverse needs of users, with helpful support available whenever issues arise. B2W's commitment to listening to user feedback and incorporating feature requests demonstrates their dedication to continuously improve the product. Overall, customers praise B2W Estimate for its stability, speed, ease of use, minimal learning curve, and scalability in meeting the demands of the construction industry.

In addition to estimating projects accurately, B2W Estimate facilitates collaboration among construction personnel by allowing them to view and approve estimates before they become sales. This creates buy-in from key stakeholders within the organization and fosters a sense of ownership over the bidding process. Furthermore, B2W Estimate aids in driving the goal of becoming an industry leader by providing tools for quick information sharing and issue resolution. The software captures the logic and costs involved in building estimates, while still allowing management adjustments when necessary. This comprehensive approach not only helps improve accuracy but also enables users to stay competitive in the commercial marketplace.

Easy to Use and Navigate: Many users have found B2W Estimate to be easy to use and navigate, with a relatively easy learning curve. Both new and experienced users have praised its user-friendly interface.

Customizable Crews, Tasks, and Items: The ability to customize crews, tasks, and items is highly valued by reviewers as it allows for greater flexibility and efficiency in estimating. This feature has been positively mentioned by a significant number of users.

Reusable Cost Structures: Several reviewers have highlighted the reusable cost structures provided by B2W Estimate as a major strength. They greatly improve estimating efficiency and save time by allowing users to easily incorporate predefined cost structures into their estimates.

Cons:

  1. Lack of customization options: Several users have criticized the limited customization options in B2W Estimate, describing it as a legacy software with slow performance and low functionality in terms of customization.
  2. Steep learning curve: Many reviewers have mentioned that there is a steep learning curve associated with using B2W Estimate. They have reported issues with setup and lack of sufficient training, which makes it challenging for new users to fully understand and utilize all the features of the software.
  3. Integration difficulties: A common complaint among users is the time-consuming integration process, especially when transitioning from Excel bids or trying to seamlessly integrate with other takeoff software. Some users have also faced challenges with exporting information from the software or managing concurrent licenses effectively.

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Robert Brown | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
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All estimators/salespeople use the system, as well as administration and construction. It captures logic and costs in building the estimate, then allows management to view and adjust margins. It also allows us to compare what will most likely be done, versus engineers' sometimes overstated quantities. Construction personnel can view and approve of the estimate before it's released, creating buy-in on the estimate before it becomes a sale.
  • Allows management to update costs for each individual item, equipment, labor, PR taxes, benefits, materials, etc.
  • Allows management to see how aggressive estimators have built an estimate to evaluate risk.
  • Allows monthly changes in fuel prices and liquid asphalt to quickly update the system for all.
  • Allows management to override margins for overhead and profit to match backlog and need for work versus budget.
  • We request changes to the software as issues crop up and the B2W process changes as needed.
  • A time-out function should be added to knock dormant users offline and allow other users access to the limited number of licenses the company owns.
We are long-term users of the B2W system. We believe it is the best choice for paving contractors. It is easy to learn and continues to offer even deeper ability as estimating prowess grows. The system allows us to update quotes that were given in the past and to stay on top of our costs as changes occur, so our data is up to date and accurate. Know your costs and you can make money!
Construction Project & Field Management (15)
38%
3.8
Plan distribution & viewing
70%
7.0
Plan markups & sharing
80%
8.0
Document sharing
80%
8.0
Issue tracking & punchlists
60%
6.0
Photo documentation
N/A
N/A
Jobsite reports
80%
8.0
RFI tools
N/A
N/A
Collaboration & approvals
100%
10.0
As-built drawings
N/A
N/A
Mobile app
N/A
N/A
Submittal design and management
N/A
N/A
Checklists
N/A
N/A
Meeting Minutes
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N/A
Specifications
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N/A
Change orders
100%
10.0
Estimating (5)
68%
6.8
Takeoff tools
80%
8.0
Job costing
80%
8.0
Cost databases
80%
8.0
Cost calculator
N/A
N/A
Bid creation
100%
10.0
Human Resource Management (7)
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N/A
Employee demographic data
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Employment history
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Job profiles and administration
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N/A
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.
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N/A
Organizational charting
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Organization and location management
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N/A
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)
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N/A
Payroll Management (7)
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N/A
Pay calculation
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N/A
Support for external payroll vendors
N/A
N/A
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment
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N/A
Benefit plan administration
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N/A
Direct deposit files
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Salary revision and increment management
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Reimbursement management
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Asset Management (1)
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Tracking of all physical assets
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N/A
Reporting & Analytics (4)
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N/A
Dashboards
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N/A
Standard reports
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N/A
Custom reports
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N/A
Data exportability
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  • We make money year after year by having accurate quotes and costs basis.
  • We have easily accessible records to look in the past at jobs won or lost.
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