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Read the latest news and views on the hot topics affecting the construction industry, along with construction accounting software insights from our expert team
Disruption Now The Biggest Detractor For Changing Construction Accounting Systems
Whilst the financial investment required by a construction business to change accounting systems remains a key consideration, it’s the perceived disruption caused by the change which is now the largest reason businesses avoid a change to their construction accounting system.
Why Your Construction Business Needs Job Costing Software
Monitoring costs against budget with our construction accounting system with built-in job costing software allows our customers to ensure they’re making a profit on every job.
Digitising Goods Received Notes
Waiting for delivery notes to make their way back to the office from your sites slows down the payment of supplier invoices, but there is a more efficient way to process goods received notes. Our bestselling module, Mobile GRN, eliminates time spent waiting for delivery notes to get back to the office from site.
3 Benefits of Web-Based Construction Accounting Software
There’s no doubt that the Coronavirus outbreak has been a huge disruptor of business across the world, perhaps most obviously in the construction industry. And whilst it’s not possible for your site staff to work from home, with the right tools your back office staff certainly can; enter web-based construction accounting software.
Managing Construction Cash Flow Effectively
Effectively managing your construction business’ cash flow can be the difference between a successful business and a failing one. But how exactly do you manage construction cash flow to make sure your projects are profitable from start to finish?
Boris Johnson Unveils £5bn Economy ‘Build Back’ Plan
Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed recovery plans to rebuild the UK economy this week.
Majority of Construction Sites Are Now Open Again
Trade body Build UK has announced that 86% of major construction sites in England and Wales are now reopened.
Government Publishes Covid-19 Secure Guidelines For Construction Industry
As the Government urges construction companies to get back to work, they have published guidance on how to reopen sites safely.
Construction Sites Reopening Amid Pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic has without a doubt been the single greatest disruptor to the construction industry since the 2008 recession, but the industry is thinking on its feet and adapting to make sites safe to facilitate a return to work amid the pandemic. Sophie Hurst, Managing Director of Integrity Software, writes.
How To: Time Your Construction Accounting Software Switch
You didn’t take the decision to upgrade your construction accounting software lightly – but you’ve decided to take the plunge and upgrade your old system now that it’s begun to show signs of age.
Follow our tips to ensure you time the change right.
How To: Process Invoices Quicker
For large construction businesses undertaking many large projects at the same time, processing hundreds - or even thousands - of supplier invoices every month is a huge task in itself. So what can you do to help cut the time your team spends processing them? Read on to find out.
How The Government's Covid-19 Support Can Help Construction
The Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a temporary set of measures in Friday evening’s daily press conference to support people and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, some of which will be instrumental in helping the UK construction industry to stay afloat during these unprecedented times. Read on the find out more.
IR35 Delayed Until March 2021, HMRC Announces
HMRC have announced they are delaying the controversial IR35 changes for 12 months amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Previously due to be introduced in April, the new rules will now not be introduced until April 2021, as the construction industry releases a collective sigh of relief.
Explore The Benefits of Using Email Payslips
Electronic payslips sent via email can help your construction business in lots of ways; here we take a look at the key benefits your business could take advantage of should you make the switch.
How digitising your on-site forms can improve construction health & safety practices
The construction industry typically lags behind when it comes to digitisation. In this blog post we discuss how digitising on-site paperwork can help construction businesses improve their health and safety record.
New Late Payment Rules Proposed
A new bill is set to be introduced to the House of Lords today clamping down on late payments.
How CIS Accounting Can Make Your Business More Efficient
For contractors not using a construction-specific accounting system, CIS accounting can be a pain. From initially verifying and managing subcontractors before any work is undertaken, through to payroll, and then holding CIS deductions before paying these to HMRC – it can be a laborious process for construction businesses.
Managing Subcontractors Efficiently in Your Construction Business
Labour has always - and likely will always – be the biggest variable cost on any construction project, and with project margins being squeezed ever tighter, it’s hugely important to monitor all project costs – in particular subcontractor costs.
Is Your Making Tax Digital Digital Link Ready To Go?
Whilst the dust has long settled on the introduction of Making Tax Digital for VAT back in April 2019, we are fast approaching the end of the ‘grace’ period as promised by HMRC.
With MTD’s first birthday in April 2020, the grace period will end and businesses will be expected to have a digital link in place.
Why You Should Be Using Dashboards in Your Construction Business
Dashboards are a brilliant way of displaying key information in a user-friendly, easy to read format. Not only do they ensure that your team have access to crucial information quickly and easily, but they also host a whole raft of other benefits. Read on to find out more.
What to Look for In a Subcontractor Management System
Managing subcontractors is a vital role in any construction business, so when looking for a system to help manage this process, it's important to ensure it has some key functionality. Read on to explore what you should look for when choosing a subcontractor management system.
Grow Your Business With Construction Accounting Software
Estimated to be worth more than £100 billion, the UK’s construction industry plays a vital role in the UK’s wider economy. Proper financial management is integral to the success of any construction business, and that’s where construction accounting software can help.
Why Generic Accounting Software Isn't Right For Your Business
For construction businesses who are trying to grow and scale up their operations, there could be one over-looked stumbling block preventing them from getting ahead of their competitors and achieving ambitious growth plans: generic accounting software.