TimeSuite vs. Modular Systems
One Relational Platform. One Source of Truth.
Many construction solutions are built with dated architectures that have multiple modules, and/or separate systems for a construction solution. Data is posted between modules and/or separate systems, and any data that is shared is synced/duplicated. This process results in multiple copies of the same data in multiple places. Systems with modular architectures carry real technical debt from decades of acqusitions and bolt-on modules.
TimeSuite takes a modern approach: one relational platform where everything is accessible from everywhere and nothing is duplicated. On centralized system with no modules and no external systems required (A true Construction ERP). TimeSuite has three comprehensive interfaces - web, desktop and mobile - built specifically for general contractors, subcontractors and civil contractors.
Disclaimer: Capabilities vary by vendor, product version, implementation, and configuration. This comparison is intended as a general evaluation guide.
Modular Systems
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Multiple Connected Modules
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Data Spread Across Systems
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Visibility Depends on Integration
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Experience Varies by Module
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Data is Duplicated when Modules are Integrated
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Reporting Pulled from Multiple Sources (Siloed data is often not accessible from other areas of the system)
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Additional Administrative Complexity
TimeSuite
✔ Modern Relational Platform (no modules)
✔ Normalized Architecture (Each piece of data
is stored in only one place.)
✔ Real-Time Financial & Operational Visibility
✔ Consistent Experience Across Every Function
✔ No Duplicated Data
✔ No Integration Required
✔ Centralized Reporting
✔ Simplified Administration
Why Architecture Matters
Centralized Relational Architecture
When project, financial, field, and reporting data live within the same relational platform, contractors reduce reconciliation work and gain real-time visibility into job costs and field operations. TimeSuite goes further, automating the Percentage-of-Completion Method of Accounting using live project and cost data - a step modular platforms still struggle to accomplish.
Evaluation Checklist
When comparing construction ERP platforms, ask:
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Is all your data available from everywhere?
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Is the system setup dynamic? (no irreversible setup decisions)
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Is the system a true ERP, or does it require bolt-on systems? (A true ERP is comprehensive)
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Does the system automate the Percentage-of-Completion Method of Accounting? (including accrued wages, over/under billings and retro-active allocation of over/under indirect costs)
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Does the system provide for retro-active allocation of over/under allocated indirect costs?
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Does the system have cost controls? (direct costs require job & cost codes)
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If a mistake is made, is it difficult to fix the mistake? (Is the audit trail automated?)
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Does the system eliminate modules? (modules require integration and add unnecessary complexity and technical debt from decades of bolt-on modules)
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Can grid columns be turned on, turned off and moved (or are they static)?Ca
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Can multiple grid views be created?
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Can grid data be grouped and filtered by any column?
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Can any report be exported to Excel
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Can any grid data be imported or exported from/to Excel?
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Can dialog columns be turned on, turned off and moved (or are they static)?
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Can multiple dialog views be created?
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Do dialog tabs represent menu item and are they dynamic (any menu turned on as a tab from within any dialog)?
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Are multiple logins required when multiple systems are used/required?
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Are workflows connected across departments, office, field, and accounting?
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Is the mobile app comprehensive? (providing all features and menu items)
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Can new capabilities be added without introducing additional software
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Will the software implement your suggestions at no charge? (improvements benefit everyone).
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Does the platform provide real-time visibility into job costs and project status? (unapproved costs and unpaid timecards should impact cost visibility)
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Does the system provide multi factor authentication?
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Does thye system have granular level security? (roles, menu, tabs, grid, dialog and field level security)
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Does the system have a report writer with Microsoft Word and Excel elements?
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Does the system have a report writer that allows report writer features within Grid and Dialog views. (use formula editors to change field/row colors, filter dropdowns, set field formulas, calculate required, editable and visible columns)
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Does the sytem allow external logins? (Commitment/Invoice/Payment information, Submittals, RFIs, Change Orders, Customer portals ...)
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TimeSuite’s platform has a modern relational architecture
Every core function, from accounting, project management, CRM, estimating, on-screen takeoff, scheduling, payroll, task management, geo timecards and AI, all live in one centralized, relational platform, with no modules, duplicating of data or syncing required.
Why Organizations Choose TimeSuite
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Real-Time Visibility
Access current job cost and project information across your organization to make faster, more informed decisions.
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Flexible Dynamic Configuration
Adapt workflows, business rules, and processes to support how your organization operates.
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Enterprise Scalability
Grow your organization with a platform designed to scale without increasing system complexity.
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Centralized Reporting
Access meaningful insights from a single source of accurate, up-to-date project and financial data.
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Secure & Reliable
Built with enterprise-grade security, compliance, and reliability.
Everything Contractors Need, Built In
Because TimeSuite is built on a modern relational architecture, there are no separate modules or products stitched together — a single centralized system, with no duplicated data and all data is accessible from everywhere. A modern relational system with no modules and without the technical debt related to decades of developing bolt-on modules.
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Accounting
Full job cost accounting with automated Percentage-of-Completion Method of Accounting reporting. banking system integration, automated audit trail approval processes, AI Connectors and AI data scrapping.
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Project Management
Project dashboards, submittals, RFIs, plan sets, change orders, lien releases, subcontracts, job status projections and more all in one place
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CRM
Track leads and opportunities from first contact through project close. Register and connect to your own outlook email account and sync TimeSuite and Outlook calendars.
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Estimating
Build estimates that flow directly into project budgets
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On-Screen Takeoff
Quantity takeoffs tied to your estimates and cost codes
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Scheduling
Gantt-based project scheduling connected to budgets and billing. Dispatch board, work order, and task management scheduling ties to geo timecard to default jobs and cost codes on clockins
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Payroll
Certified payroll and burdened labor hits job cost on clock-outs
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Task Management
Assign and track work across office and field teams
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Geo Timecards
Field time tracking with location verification, geo fences, breadcrumb tracking -- no separate app required
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AI-Powered Automation
AP invoice scraping, AI Connectors, and other automation built into daily workflows