Border Electric/Mechanical (Border) is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. As a leader in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC commercial construction, Border serves the El Paso, Texas and southern New Mexico area. With just under 500 employees, the company offers design/build, design/assist, and value engineering services, specializing in warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, military, and call centers.

Challenges: Border’s estimators created estimates manually, which was a time consuming and arduous process prone to errors. With military a large part of their customer base, it was critical to be exact and adhere to stringent practices and specifications.

Solution: The company uses Maxwell Systems Estimation Logistics for complete estimating that ties together estimates, labor needs, and cost analysis. Because the solution is specifically designed for electrical contractors, Border is able to automate its bidding process and improve its productivity.

Results: Using Maxwell Systems Estimation Logistics, Border has increased the speed and accuracy of its takeoff and estimation process and streamlined operations.

Questions 

1. What are the records that are important for the job cost system in this business?
2. Why does the owner feel happier about using a computerised system?