Compare ContractComplete и Swiftender

Benefits:

A big part of my job when tendering a project is comparing contractors' submitted bids to show the client. When receiving hardcopy bids it can take... Read more

A big part of my job when tendering a project is comparing contractors' submitted bids to show the client. When receiving hardcopy bids it can take me a whole day to input each line item into a spreadsheet, and even then, it's easy to make a mistake. With ContractComplete the spreadsheet is instantly created when the tender closes, saving me a whole day of work. I can then organize the spreadsheet to show high and low values, averages, and the lowest bid. Clients have given great feedback on these comparison spreadsheets.

Drawbacks:

I'm not sure if there is a drawback to this software. Perhaps some contractors who are used to submitting hardcopies of bids instead of online coul... Read more

I'm not sure if there is a drawback to this software. Perhaps some contractors who are used to submitting hardcopies of bids instead of online could find the switch over difficult? I haven't run into this though.

Summary:

ContractComplete is easy to use and saves me hours of work. It only makes sense that we modernize our bidding/tendering process from a hardcopy/fil... Read more

ContractComplete is easy to use and saves me hours of work. It only makes sense that we modernize our bidding/tendering process from a hardcopy/fill in the blank/drop off before bid closing system to one that's online, streamlined and easily compiled. No need to drive completed bids across the GTA before the deadline and no more mailing change orders/progress payment certificates. It's now all in one easy to use online platform.

Benefits:

Everything, it's easy to use and contractors are embracing technology and this seems to be the one area that every other software company skips. It... Read more

Everything, it's easy to use and contractors are embracing technology and this seems to be the one area that every other software company skips. It is a must-have for engineering firms.

Drawbacks:

Nothing to improve minus the app experience which is being upgraded, so I am excited to see that.

Summary:

It's the tool I have been missing from my engineering services toolbag! It makes me more efficient in the areas where we can be. With tighter budge... Read more

It's the tool I have been missing from my engineering services toolbag! It makes me more efficient in the areas where we can be. With tighter budgets and higher construction costs, ContractComplete allows more client funds to be allocated to design or construction, instead of the bidding management phase.

Benefits:

As a contract administrator, the invoice review and Payment Certification process is very easy and fast. Changes can be made very fast and reissued... Read more

As a contract administrator, the invoice review and Payment Certification process is very easy and fast. Changes can be made very fast and reissued for review. I also like the ability to track progress on the projects with the visual "tracking bar".

Drawbacks:

Setting up a tender and having contractors use the program to submit bids still requires further education and work to get more contractors "on-boa... Read more

Setting up a tender and having contractors use the program to submit bids still requires further education and work to get more contractors "on-board". Many of our clients are also not familiar with the product and do not have an interest of using it at this point.

Summary:

Overall our experience has been good. We are slowly trying to implement this project into more of our projects with time. The program gets better a... Read more

Overall our experience has been good. We are slowly trying to implement this project into more of our projects with time. The program gets better and better every year. It will take time to get all of our projects and contracts setup, but it will save us a lot of time down the road from now.

Benefits:

The software has reduced a lot of the time consuming administrative tasks involved in the tendering and construction administration process.

Drawbacks:

Some contractors had IT problems with it

Summary:

Benefits:

Easily send hundreds of custom & personalized invites to your most valued subcontractors & suppliers. Easy distribution of project revisions / add... Read more

Easily send hundreds of custom & personalized invites to your most valued subcontractors & suppliers. Easy distribution of project revisions / addendums.

Drawbacks:

Not that I've found yet! I'm very satisfied with the software.

Summary:

Benefits:

1. I like how Switftender allows/encourages their users to be involved in the evolution of the system. 2. I like the control I have over my databa... Read more

1. I like how Switftender allows/encourages their users to be involved in the evolution of the system. 2. I like the control I have over my database 3. I like how Swiftender is not trying to monopolize my sub-trades with fees 4. I like how easy and intuitive the system is for not only my staff but my sub-trades

Drawbacks:

It's only real downfall is it's lack of security in terms of document control once you send a link. While having an active link that stays current ... Read more

It's only real downfall is it's lack of security in terms of document control once you send a link. While having an active link that stays current no matter how many revisions you make to the document upload (dashboard) is a great feature and allows sub-trades ease of access throughout their supply chain and internally. It poses a security issue because once I send a link to the documents that link can be forwarded and shared outside of my control. My belief is that this is manageable by the Contractor and thought should always go into who you share information with - However I would like the ability to block/delete an invitation from access or at least be able to monitor/track who has used it. In the grand scheme of things my 4 pros above outweigh this issue, but nonetheless my hope is that this issue would be addressed/resolved in the future. Shayan and his team are great and over the last few years I have used this program I have seen the growth and believe in the direction of the programs evolution.

Summary:

Great - Great Team & Great Product.

Benefits:

Swiftender enables us to communicate with our trades and suppliers by sharing documents in the tender process. The program is achieving its goals ... Read more

Swiftender enables us to communicate with our trades and suppliers by sharing documents in the tender process. The program is achieving its goals and ours.

Drawbacks:

Swiftender has a bit of a learning curve to get used to the program. The process doesn't flow smoothly. We are still working out a few details wh... Read more

Swiftender has a bit of a learning curve to get used to the program. The process doesn't flow smoothly. We are still working out a few details while we try to get a rhythm in our daily usage.

Summary:

I feel Swiftender provides the end result needed and is worth the cost.

Benefits:

Ease of use, good customer support, Canadian based

Drawbacks:

Slowing down (but you guys are working on that).

Summary:

Good.