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BQE CORE

Overview

What is BQE CORE?

BQE CORE is a business management solution built specifically for professional service firms. BQE CORE is a combination of a billing assistant, project management, and accounting solution. CORE is designed to do the hard work of delivering actionable insights directly…

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Recent Reviews

Land Surveyor

8 out of 10
April 10, 2024
Incentivized
We use BQE Core to take work hours on projects, track progress, and bill clients. The system is set up to easily track times for multiple …
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So Far, So Good

8 out of 10
March 11, 2024
Incentivized
So Far, So Good! The program is integrating and consolidating our use of several other programs. So far, BQE CORE is providing us real …
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Users have found this product to be incredibly versatile and useful in a variety of use cases. From personal to professional settings, the …
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Popular Features

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  • Timesheet Tracking (55)
    9.3
    93%
  • Resource Management (38)
    9.1
    91%
  • Task Management (37)
    8.5
    85%
  • Budget and Expense Management (43)
    7.3
    73%

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What is BQE CORE?

BQE CORE is a business management solution built specifically for professional service firms. BQE CORE is a combination of a billing assistant, project management, and accounting solution. CORE is designed to do the hard work of delivering actionable insights directly to the user's dashboards or…

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  • No setup fee
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  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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Product Demos

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Features

Project Management

Project management software provides capabilities to streamline management of complex projects through task management, team collaboration and workflow automation

8.1
Avg 7.5

Professional Services Automation

Features that support professional services organizations

8.4
Avg 7.4
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Product Details

What is BQE CORE?

BQE CORE is a business management solution built specifically for professional service firms. BQE CORE is a combination of a billing assistant, project management, and accounting solution. CORE is designed to do the hard work of delivering actionable insights directly to the user's dashboards or inbox.

BQE CORE replaces the products Engineeroffice, Archioffice, and BillQuick; the functionality of these applications is now found in BQE CORE.

BQE CORE Screenshots

Screenshot of Core powered by BQE SoftwareScreenshot of BQE CORE Project Dashboard ViewScreenshot of BQE CORE 360* Firm Performance ViewScreenshot of BQE CORE Reporting & AnalyticsScreenshot of BQE CORE Project Time EntryScreenshot of BQE CORE Project Expense Tracking

BQE CORE Videos

Customer Testimonial: iT Architecture
BQE Core for Architects

BQE CORE Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android, Mobile Web
Supported CountriesUnited States, Australia and EU
Supported LanguagesEnglish

Frequently Asked Questions

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Reviewers rate Timesheet Tracking highest, with a score of 9.3.

The most common users of BQE CORE are from Small Businesses (1-50 employees).

BQE CORE Customer Size Distribution

Consumers0%
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)60%
Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees)20%
Enterprises (more than 500 employees)20%
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Reviews and Ratings

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Users have found this product to be incredibly versatile and useful in a variety of use cases. From personal to professional settings, the product has proven to be an essential tool. Many users have praised its ability to streamline their workflow and increase productivity. Whether it's organizing tasks, managing projects, or collaborating with team members, this product has proven to be a valuable asset.

In addition, customers have highlighted the product's effectiveness in improving time management and prioritization skills. By providing an intuitive interface and customizable features, the product allows users to tailor it to their specific needs and preferences. This flexibility has made it a go-to solution for individuals across different industries.

Furthermore, reviewers have noted the product's seamless integration with other tools and platforms, making it easy to incorporate into existing workflows. Whether it's syncing with calendars, integrating with project management software, or connecting with communication tools, this product offers a seamless experience that enhances efficiency and collaboration.

Lastly, users have praised the product's ability to provide data insights and analytics. By tracking progress, measuring performance, and generating reports, the product empowers users to make informed decisions and optimize their operations.

Overall, customers have found that this product solves various challenges they face in their daily lives by offering a reliable and user-friendly solution. Its versatility, integration capabilities, and data-driven approach make it an invaluable tool for individuals and teams looking to enhance their productivity and achieve their goals.

User-Friendly Interface: Many users have praised the software for its user-friendly interface that is intuitive and easy to navigate. They appreciate the organized layout and easy readability, which makes it convenient to access different areas and find what they are looking for.

Automated Reporting: The ability to preset automated reporting has been helpful to users as it saves them from having to manually create reports. This feature has been appreciated by a significant number of reviewers.

Flexible Time Input: Users highly value the flexibility of being able to input time from any device and any location. This convenience aligns well with their workflow and has been mentioned by numerous reviewers.

Cons:

  1. Login Timeout: Some users have expressed frustration with the constant need to log in due to 'timeout', finding it annoying. They mention that they often have to re-enter their credentials, which disrupts their workflow and wastes time.

  2. Lack of Integration with Payroll Forecasting Tool: Several users have mentioned that they find the integration with the Payroll Forecasting tool lacking. They feel that the software does not seamlessly connect with their payroll system, requiring manual workarounds and causing inefficiencies in managing employee compensation.

  3. Software Not Intuitive: Users feel that the software is not intuitive and encounter challenges while navigating and using its features. They highlight difficulties in finding certain functions, understanding how to perform tasks efficiently, and overall confusion due to a lack of user-friendly design and clear instructions.

Users have provided several recommendations for BQE Core based on their experiences. Here are the three most common recommendations:

  1. Users recommend taking advantage of the training and support provided by BQE Core. They suggest being patient with the learning curve and going into the software with an open mind. Some users emphasize that investing in training and implementation packages can help navigate the more complex aspects of the software.

  2. Many users recommend BQE Core for its time tracking and project management capabilities. They find it helpful for recording time, expenses, and tracking multiple projects. Users appreciate the various filters and options available for time recording and billing. They believe that using BQE Core can improve time tracking and project management goals.

  3. Another common recommendation is to utilize the customer service and support offered by BQE Core. Users highly appreciate the excellent customer support provided by the company. They suggest contacting BQE support for assistance, utilizing mobile apps, getting reports and invoices customized to fit their business needs, and taking advantage of the report scheduling capability of BQE Core.

Overall, users recommend exploring the features of BQE Core, investing in training if needed, leveraging customer support, and utilizing its time tracking and project management capabilities to enhance productivity.

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March 23, 2023

BQE Core Review 2021

Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
We use BQE Core to give us more visibility into our projects, as well as time tracking, invoicing, and last year we added the accounting module to our subscription.
  • Time Tracking
  • Reporting
  • Invoicing
  • The ability for the user to customize features
  • It would be great to be able to view phases as part of a whole project
  • Training - it can be expensive, so maybe they could think about group training to help small businesses afford it.
We previously used ArchiOffice and were looking for a software program that would give us greater visibility into how we are doing from a project perspective, and BQE Core does this. It is really easy for staff to enter their time - either in the office or in a mobile situation - and the ability to convert timed work into a time entry is great. Core treats each phase of a project as its own project, and I wish you could bypass this feature as it would work better for us if each phase added up, and then all numbers added up to the Parent Phase.
Project Management
N/A
N/A
Professional Services Automation
N/A
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  • Training can be expensive
  • If you want good results you need to enter good data
  • Staff became frustrated at the learning curve
  • Gave us the visibility we desired
Both are good programs, but for us, BQE Core had the edge as we had already been using ArchiOffice, so we were already familiar with how the system worked and were able to transfer over old data.
I enjoy using this product, although there was a learning curve in the beginning, and I know that if I get stuck I can make a quick phone call to customer service and get assistance. The fact that customer service is available 24x7 is amazing.
You can't beat a knowledgeable customer service department like BQE Core and the fact that they are available 24/7 means that you can get answers to your questions at any time of the day or night.
10
Most of the staff is using the project management areas of Core and time tracking, and an administrative staff is using this plus the accounting module.
1
The skills required to support BQE Core are varied - but I would say that patience, tenacity, and adaptability are important. BQE Core is a large software and there are many areas where things can go right but also can go wrong. Fortunately we have the backup of customer service 24/7 to assist us in this area.
  • Project Management
  • Time Tracking
  • Accounting
  • Allocation/Forecasting
  • Accounting
  • Reporting
  • HR
  • CRM
BQE Core is working well for us and continues to make updates to the software. Customer service is amazing and available 24/7.
Yes
ArchiOffice.
  • Ease of Use
We did look at a few different option, and after careful consideration we chose BQE Core as we felt is had the ability to give us the visibility we needed with our projects, and it allowed us to add additional modules as needed such as accounting. We liked the flexibility it gave us with regards to adding licenses for additional staff.
I think that we evaluated all options to the best of our ability and made a solid choice. The only thing we would probably do a little different if we had to do it again would be to prepare the staff a little more with regards to the learning curve. And there is a learning curve - this is to be expected so you need patience to navigate those first few months and to be adaptable. Also, make sure your data is as "clean" as possible if you are going to import it into Core, especially if you are thinking of using the accounting module.
  • Implemented in-house
  • Staff getting used to new software
  • Cleaning up the data
It takes patience.
  • Online Training
Make sure you have someone training you that fits your style of learning.
We did not purchase premium support and I was not aware this even existed. Even if I had I doubt we would feel the need to purchase it as I have always had a great experience calling the regular support team.
Yes
Yes, BQE has an email where you can report these types of situations as well as make suggestions for improvements. They will open a case and let you know when it has been resolved.
Honestly, I feel that every time I call I am made to feel that my call is important and they are here to help me. Recently I spoke to Jeremy from the support team and he went out of his way to guide me through customizing one of their reports for project profitability and solved a glitch for me. He also found an area that was not working as it should, so he sent it over to the tech team to get it looked at and advised he would email when it was resolved. It was fixed within the hour.
  • Project Setup
  • Time Entry
  • Employee Setup
  • Draft Invoices
Yes
BQE Core's mobile interface works really well and gives you the ability to enter things on the go, especially time tracking.
This software works on a small and large scale.
I can only remember a couple of times in 4 years that Core has been unavailable.
This is one area that does need some improvement. It can be slow at time, so we had our IT look at it from our side and we had no issues, so it has to be some slowness on their side.
  • Quickbooks
We ended up not being able to integrate as we had some issues with our chart of accounts. In the end we decided to use Core accounting.
We could not get our QuickBooks integration to work.
Make sure your data is clean before starting the integration process.
They were very responsive.
Once again, they worked with us as much as we needed to get the job done.
Standard terms.
Be flexible and listen to the advice as they know what they re talking about.
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