ESTIMATING LIBRARIES & DATABASES

Estimating software usually comes with standard libraries based on SMM7 or NRM1. It can contain millions of already costed items. Obviously all of them can be easily modified, however the search and configuration of your standard items will slow your estimating process, especially when your products are very unique and bespoke. In this case WIN WIN can help you with developing your own library. 

Benefits of having bespoke estimating library:

• simplify the process - reduced number of cost items in your library, quicker search, logical grouping suitable for your products and components used by your business.
• speed up the process - less modifications and adjustments are needed, the estimate can be prepared quicker.
• capture estimating and construction methods, and Item information - The more information you build into Items in the Item Library, the more powerful it becomes; when estimators leave, their knowledge stays and it’s easy to hand over to new estimators that come on board.
• deliver consistency - as there will less modifications done by estimators, everyone will be using the same build-ups
• regular updates and feedback - when your library will be smaller and limited to the build-ups used by your team, it will be easier to keep it updated based on feedback from previous projects.