RIB Candy

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The Intergration of all the functions available through RIB Candy makes managing multiple Projects easier for all users.

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It takes time setting up all functions to meet up with your companies identity and the way that it functions, but nothing comes easy. Once it starts functioning everything is a breeze.

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One of its standout features is its comprehensive suite of tools that cover every aspect of the construction process, from initial cost estimation to project management and control. This level of integration helps streamline workflows and improve efficiency for construction companies.

Another aspect that users often appreciate is Candy's user-friendly interface and intuitive design. Despite its robust capabilities, the software is accessible and easy to use, which is crucial for ensuring widespread adoption within construction teams.

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One potential downside could be the learning curve associated with mastering the software. While Candy is known for its user-friendly interface, its comprehensive suite of tools and features may still require some time and effort to fully understand and utilize effectively.

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The ease of use, the user interface is so simple to toggle through and for one to get used to. In terms of Quantity Take offs, one may do this in a matter of half what they would if done manually

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The frequent updates only really , otherwise I am happy with the product

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Candy gives you real time costs. What I love most about it is that it is linked to the accounting system so there is no need to request costings from the accounts department, you can retrieve the information yourself via build-smart.

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QTO which is the measurement tool takes a while to load drawings.

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For it to combine the feature for measuring quantities and the whole system

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It produces materials put in their categories and is very accurate on that

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This software helps to keep an archive which is easily accessible to use for tendering.

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That you cant undo something, once you delete something you cant go back to it, you have to start again.

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The software allows the user to customize a bespoke solution based any number of outcomes.

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I cannot "undo" once I've moved off the line.

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Its easier to use
reliable
trustworthy

Nachteile

what I don't like about candy is that you cannot undo something if you made a mistake on it, if it can have the undo button that will be so great

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The way it is designed and build to give you full control on all your projects without having an army of people to get you the required reports.

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The images for candy and build smart need more life.

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Cuts out repetitive work
Acts a s a library of information
Does all arithmetic, collection of data and sorting
Links to accounts
Links to time / programme

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Some actions do not follow through into all applications eg The "No off"in estimating cannot be used in "Cost & Allowable"

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The different types of report are help us to satisfy everybody include managers. also in pricing, drill down up-to 9 level is easy create rates from Zero. Also Title function also to obtain different views of our BOQ.

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some time reports will get error and PDF view will be corrupted

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CANDY software is easy to understand and use

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Software has less commands for estimation worksheets

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- Real time comparison of the cost
- Expert support ready all the time
- Accuracy
- Efficiency

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- No undo capability
- Cost
- Getting use to the software

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For estimating and construction pricing there is no better program

Nachteile

If I had to say something, It could be more user friendly, but actually im looking for a weak point, there really is very little I dislike about it.

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The Software makes life easier for site tracking. From tender stage to execution to close out.

Nachteile

It can be a bit difficult for one to navigate through the software.

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Estimation and Planning is most important for us .

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Valuation and Quantity take is less using in Candy.