Testimonials

We have used CAT software at NZ Strong Construction for 15 years and were one of the first to switch to the CAT Cloud software in June 2014. The CAT System was previously good but the cloud format has taken it to a whole new level.

From an accounting perspective we now operate a paperless office with all invoices uploaded to the system making them fully accessible to the project team at all times. No more excuses for slow approval of invoices and claims. In addition the interface between CATProjects and MoneyWorks is seamless.

CATProjects also allows upload of all critical documents such as subcontracts, head contract, H &S documents, insurance certificates, communications – basically every piece of information relating to the project. This means any authorised person can retrieve the required information at anytime from anywhere as long as they have an internet connection.

The system has a good on-line help system (Ask Cody) which is very easy to find your way round and we have found that the CATS team have responded promptly to the few issues or questions that we haven’t been able to solve by checking with Cody. We are very happy with CATProjects and MoneyWorks and would happily recommend the combination to other companies

A ‘key’ component to Aspec Construction’s successful management of these projects is the ability to send, receive and manage project information. We rely on CATProjects to manage this process with the added security of the information being stored in one database on the Cloud. CATProjects being web based makes it easily accessible to the project team wherever the site location and whatever the device being used.

We have received positive feedback from consultants also expressing the same views. Having a reference number makes it easy to respond to queries especially when searching through emails. Notwithstanding this, the reporting side of CAT Projects enables both Aspec and the consultant team to identify early, any outstanding issues so they can be addressed before impacting on the projects programme.

Directors and senior management have quick, easy and transparent access to project information. This enables projects to be quickly and efficiently overviewed as and when required to ensure both client, consultant and Aspec staff KPI’s are being met. CAT Projects is a “one stop shop” for Aspec Construction administration functions.

We decided to move to a “cloud based” program and after doing our research decided on CATProjects. Despite being new to cloud based construction software we have found the process as easy as we could possibly expect, really solidifying our project management requirements. Being able to access the system from multiple avenues, and from any device, anywhere, has so many advantages.

We are noticing a big difference in seamlessly tracking projects from multiple avenues – leads, budgets, tenders, contracting, orders, payments, etc, right through to completion. With several job sites it keeps project specific information at hand for our site managers and other authorised personnel at head office. Site managers can also download various documents which are required on site – insurance certificates, police checks, OHS information, etc. Having everyone being able to track exactly where each project is at any time is a great advantage.

CATProjects makes a huge difference in doing this through all stages by multiple users at any given time. Everyone is aware of where projects are at by being connected to the one system, with all our documents being standardised. There is great support from the CAT team, especially during set up with our questions answered swiftly, and the CATCommunity suggestions and news feed articles via email are a great way to learn more about how we could use CATProjects to our advantage, based on others experiences. Though still in the early stages we can see how much more cost-effective we can be in almost all areas of our construction business. We would highly recommend CATProjects to anyone in the construction industry.

In 2017 I was tasked with the responsibility of identifying a construction software program that would suit our needs. Humphries Construction undertakes all construction activities including small residential alterations, large multi property development projects, to multi-million dollar commercial builds.

The features that we looked for were ongoing (local) support, a cloud-based system to ensure access at all times and for a tendering process, reasonably priced and easy to use for all of our staff (on-site and in the office.) After researching many products available, we narrowed the potential software down to four, which included CATProjects. CATProjects ticked all of our boxes and came out the clear winner.

The initial set up and transferring of our projects into the new system seemed overwhelming; but the CATProjects support staff assisted us through the process and were easy to communicate with. We had initial training and although we had some doubts that our staff would handle purchase orders and timekeeping via a tablet (rather than a paper system), they all found it extremely easy to use right from the start.

We are now in our 8th year of using the software and are still discovering (with delight) some of the functions. The ongoing support of the CAT team has proven to be excellent – they are always a pleasure to deal with. Using a cloud-based system has changed the way we do business and made us more efficient. We also use a lot less paper, which has fit with our sustainability and environmental policies.

I have no hesitation in recommending CAT software.

We have been using CATProjects for nearly five years. The system is easy to use and quick to learn. The training and support offered are great, and their response time is fast. CATProjects helps manage all our client and subcontractor communications, variations, contracts, and claims. It ensures the work produced by our staff is methodical and consistent. CAT removes the need for double-entering information into spreadsheets and saves us time and money.

The use of the CATPlan and CATProjects has enabled Canam to increase our consistency throughout the Group and has significantly improved efficiencies in both our Estimating and Operations departments.

The use of CATPlan Document Management System enables Canam to issue Tender Documentation to several Subcontractors simultaneously and manage the overall tender process with greater efficiency. The ability to include both Consultants and Subcontractors means that all parties have easy access to ‘real time’ construction documentation and the time that it takes for our teams to distribute documents between the various parties has significantly reduced.

One of the major benefits of CATProjects is the ability for Canam to internally manage the majority of the functions, including adding user access, communication types, standard templates etc. This enables Canam to instantly update the system to keep up with individual project requirements.

We have found the response times from the CATSupport Team to be exceptional and the guidance offered is extremely user friendly.

The CATCloud Suite has become an integral part of our overall Quality Assurance Policy and we would have no hesitation in recommending these systems to other companies that operate in the Construction Industry..

Since implementing CATPlan back in 2007, Aspec have been able to streamline how we issue tender documents to our subcontractors both quickly and accurately.

CATPlan has taken the hassle out of sending our subcontractor tender documents and communication with subcontractors during the tender process (ie: Notifications, Notice to Tenderers etc), thus streamlining the process and saving us valuable time and money. We have benefited since its implementation with reduced staff costs, paper and photocopying costs and postage costs. It has eliminated any discrepancies with subcontractors over missing tender documentation and has enabled estimators to process and price more opportunities.

CATPlan has allowed our Construction Management and Quantity Surveying Cadets to be productive with their cadet training rather that driving a photocopier for endless hours, compiling subcontract packages and posting out thousands of envelopes, as projects can be uploaded by an office administrator in a fraction of the time. It has made something that was difficult and time consuming very simple and easy and we have never looked back.

Bracewell implemented CATProjects software, to replace outdated and arduous spreadsheets and accounts software. We have now been using the software for 9 years and have found that it meets our needs excellently. We find the system easy and fast to use, requiring little training. The key benefits to our accounts and QS team include: –

• A vast improvement to our processes for preparing variations, payment claims, and paying subcontractors.
• Detail project cost and profit forecast reporting is a great assistance to the management of our projects.
• As CATProjects is cloud-based, the system is accessible from any computer or location
• The electronic approval of invoices and subcontractor payments provides efficiency to our payment authority process.

In addition to the contract administration and accounting modules, our project and site managers have very quickly adapted to using the software for site diaries and communication with our clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Our clients are pleased with the format of communication, schedules, and other project documentation that is so easy to produce.

We are pleased with our decision to proceed with CATProjects and recommend the software to other contractors.

We are a Painting Company and have been using CAT Software over 10 years. It is an easy-to-use system.

We have the option to choose which modules we want that suit the way we run our business. Which is like, managing purchase orders, progress claims and job costings of each project.  The move to Cloud Base from 2016, we can send PO, claims and reports through emails which save money on paper, photocopying & postage.  If we ever have a problem this is always solved by the CAT Support Team in a fast & professional manner. We highly recommend CATProjects to other subcontractors.