Hardware: Speeds And Feeds

We’ve covered both hardware and software. And we’ve jumped deeper into software. So now let’s look closer at hardware. There’s no question when we talk about hardware, we want to explore speeds and feeds. Right out of the gate it is advisable to purchase computers that are powerful enough to handle the tasks at hand.

Powerful usually means speed. Saving a few bucks now only ends up costing contractors more later. As the saying goes, why do you want to shoot yourself in the foot in the long run.

There is no guarantee this sophisticated software will work on every computer in every respect, especially when builders and contractors are demanding more functionality and the latest programming tools.

Technology software suppliers have been introducing new features and functions at a record pace. In fact, it has become customary for computer capacity to double every two years just to keep pace. Ironically, during that same period, software requirements are changing even faster than their hardware counterparts.

There is no question software and hardware choices can be very difficult and sometimes very confusing. However, when made, can be extremely valuable and profitable to a construction company.

Despite all the talk about purchasing the latest technology, many suppliers admit this doesn't necessarily ensure the software will run easily and accurately.

Sometimes the best companies must partner to ensure the best software and hardware marriages. That is why you see time and time again the leading software vendors establishing relationships with computer makers based on proven compatibility of software and hardware.

Contractors of all sizes take advantage of powerful, yet affordable, computing teams that even do testing and performance for multiple modules, including job costing with a large database. Testing also investigated accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll for concurrent use with other applications.

The right software and hardware can truly be a match made in heaven. So, taking the time to get it right means doing the homework upfront to save the headaches and late nights of rework later.