Computer & Information Technology

What’s the difference between a PDA and a VPN? Should you use estimating software? Here’s sound advice on making the most of technology in your business — your guide through all the acronyms, applications, and options of computerizing your business. Search the resources compiled below by title, detail, or date. Remember to check back often; we’re always adding more.

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Estimating With Microsoft® Excel, 2nd Edition If you want a simple, step-by-step guide to improve the accuracy and speed of building estimates, Estimating with Microsoft Excel was written for you. Author Jay Christofferson, a recognized expert in computerized estimating, teaches you how to build a fully customized estimating program that … 2003	External Link
CGB Building Leader - Winter 2010 The Newsletter for Certified Graduate Builders 1/14/2010	PDF
Estimating Made Simple with EstimatorPRO 5.1 Effective estimating is a vital factor in running a profitable construction business. With EstimatorPRO 5.1, you will complete complex home building and remodeling estimates quickly and accurately--up to twelve times faster than traditional estimating methods.   An intuitive … 7/7/2009	Web page
Scale Master II The world's finest multi-scale digital plan measure! Instant linear, area and volume take-offs-maximize your blueprint take-off and estimating time. Use in the office, out in the field, anywhere! Includes manual auto count feature, 91 imperial and Metric scales, eight custom scales, memory function … 1999	External Link
NAHB Toolkit for a Challenging Housing Market Today's housing market is very challenging, and while nobody knows exactly what the future holds, we do know that good basic business practices apply to any market. We also know that innovative approaches can spark success under almost any circumstances. To help members in today’s … 10/29/2008	Web page
Solveras Payment Systems NAHB members are eligible for nationally negotiated group discounts on credit card processing and other electronic payment services through Solveras Payment Systems. From secure Internet based transaction solutions to cell phone based mobile swipe rate processing, this program offers the latest … 2/9/2008	Web page
About the Business Management & Information Technology Committee BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE (BM&ITC) Committee Charge: The Standing Committee on Business Management and Information Technology has jurisdiction over matters relating to improving the business management skills of builder members in order to enhance their … 11/15/2007	Web page
Technology Solutions Directory - Find Construction Software & Technology Solutions This easy-to-use directory makes it easy for Builders, Remodelers, and Contractors to find information on construction software and IT solutions & services for their businesses. Just pick the software or service type you need vendor information for and hit the … 5/1/2007	Directory
Technology Solutions Directory Listings There are thousands of builders out there looking for software and technology solutions. Many of these builders use NAHB's Technology Solutions Directory to see "what's out there," and to plan their research to figure out which software and technology companies to contact. Now, here's your … 3/15/2007	Directory
NAHB's Custom Home Builders Have New, Free Quarterly Since 2006, federation members have turned to the Custom Home Building Quarterly to glean the latest news for custom builders as well as business management tips by and for the membership. The Custom Home Building Quarterly, a compreshensive, easy-to-read e-newsletter sponsored by the … 4/26/2006	Web page
Business Management Department Staff Contacts The Business Managment department develops and distributes tools to improve NAHB builder members’ management effectiveness and profitability. The department identifies member needs and defines models of business success by spotting emerging management trends, conducting research, and … 2/3/2006	Web page