Structure Blue Reviews

Pros

As a commercial flooring dealer, we use job costing for all our projects. Structure helps us with sales, which then flows into placing orders with vendors and handling AP invoices. This integration cuts down on a lot of internal research, with everything matching from bid to order to AP. On the AR side, there are various options for creating documentation depending on the project and customer types. We use several formats, and it works well. The ability to generate schedules of value for AIA applications directly from the bid is a huge time saver!

Cons

My only drawback is not really a negative but a note that if you make a mistake, you have to follow all the steps to undo it, void the item, re-enter it, re-process it. There's no QuickBooks-style edit option where the mistake seems to disappear. It was challenging to get used to at first, but it's helpful for tracking changes and understanding discrepancies.

Pros

I like how simple the program is; it's very intuitive. I don't need to read a manual to understand where everything goes. The flow from screen to screen is easy to follow, and C/F Data's willingness to customize is fantastic!

Cons

To keep things simple, some features might be missing, but the essentials are present, and with each update, more features are added.

Pros

Creating invoices and AIA forms with this platform is easy, and I enjoy the aging reports.

Cons

With AIA invoices, you can't make corrections after posting; you have to void them, which is too time-consuming. Statements are difficult for our customers to read.

Pros

Scanning invoices to Vouchers is a great feature. Printing service reports is also very useful. Tech link adds flexibility and timely billing to our system. The online service report includes the work order number in the subject line. Multi-session capability saves time and boosts efficiency.

Cons

Adding a picture to a work order would be a significant improvement. WOE history is limited, and when suspending an order for parts, the client's signature is lost. If an update fails, it's hard to get out of it and continue working. The dispatch board also can't move an entire column to the next day.

Pros

The financial reporting feature is great for accurately tracking our jobs. Preparing proposals is simpler than with our previous system, and it's easier to catch any mistakes.

Cons

As with any software, there are things I'd like to customize more quickly. We'd appreciate more customization and editable fields in work orders.

Pros

Bent Electrical has been using STRUCTURE for over 25 years, and I've been a user for 13 years. We use the AP, AR, GL, Purchase Orders, Payroll, Work Orders, and Project Management modules, and they all integrate seamlessly. Their support is outstanding, and they listen to their users. I highly recommend STRUCTURE to any construction company, regardless of size.

Cons

Like most software, it's not specifically designed for Bent Electrical. STRUCTURE helps by working with us to ensure we're getting the most out of their program.

Pros

It's accessible and simple to use. Creating invoices and AIA forms is very easy, and I enjoy the aging reports.

Cons

For AIA invoices, you can't make corrections after posting them; you have to void them, which is too time-consuming. Statements are hard for our customers to read.

Pros

The financial reporting features are great for tracking our jobs accurately. Creating proposals is simpler than with our previous system, and it's easier to catch any omissions.

Cons

We'd appreciate more customization and editable fields in work orders.

Pros

I like the ability to scan vendor invoices so others can view them without digging through a filing cabinet. The dispatch board shows all techs, allows you to open work orders from it, and issue POs. This software is very easy to learn and use! The customer service is excellent, quick responses and constant improvements and updates!

Cons

Some reports are hard to read. Customer statements can be confusing to understand.

Pros

The support team is prompt and very helpful. They're always willing to assist or investigate issues and are very knowledgeable.

Cons

The submittal module could use some improvement. It would help to add and edit multiple lines at a time on the document. This has improved over time, but there's still room for enhancement. The warehouse/stock/receiving material section can be confusing.

Pros

It helps us stay more organized and is more streamlined compared to our previous system where each person had their own Excel worksheet.

Cons

The warehouse inventory system is not very intuitive, especially when our warehouse staff have limited computer skills.

Pros

It provides thorough information through reports but is still a basic and intuitive product to use. Plus, the support staff is fantastic.

Cons

This isn't as useful as I had hoped for our specific type of work. It's geared more toward general contractors rather than specialty contractors.

Pros

I work for a flooring contractor and we switched to STRUCTURE on 1/1/12. We chose this software because none of our departments were integrated (estimating to ordering to accounts payable to the warehouse), which meant entering information multiple times and causing mistakes. Also, not everyone was updated on job status, and now everything is centralized! STRUCTURE was easy to learn, thanks to their excellent customer support. We used to call several times a day, but their effective teaching means we now call only about once a week.

Cons

The only downside I've noticed is that STRUCTURE feels a bit outdated, but it's definitely a step up from what we previously had.

Pros

I highly recommend Structure for its ease of use, excellent customer service, and cutting-edge technology, what more could you ask for?

Cons

We would like more customization and editable fields in work orders.

Pros

Having used STRUCTURE both as an employee (Controller) and as a consultant to the construction industry, including contractors who use STRUCTURE, I've seen it used by various contractors and personnel. STRUCTURE offers the most complete package, competitive price, high level of user-friendliness, and a support team ready to answer questions. My opinion comes from over 20 years of experience with C/F Data Systems. When evaluating job cost software, report writing capabilities are crucial, and STRUCTURE excels in this area compared to other products. It's the easiest to use and create reports across modules, providing contractors with necessary job costing information and the required modules for in-house processing, which is cost-effective and timely. The financial reporting features are robust and valuable for internal financials with banks and bonding companies. I'd be happy to discuss more features and benefits if needed.

Cons

If an update goes wrong, it's hard to escape it and continue with the day. The dispatch board cannot move an entire column to the next day.

Pros

When I started with New England Finish in 1997, the software we had was lacking. A general contractor suggested I check out C/F Data Systems. I've used many accounting packages over the years, and C/F Data Systems stands out as one of the best. Now, five of my companies (drywall, paint, demolition, ceilings, and doors/hardware) use the software. I've trained many people in my office to use it easily. I've always been impressed with the C/F Data staff, and the fact that I'm still working with the same people after all these years speaks volumes about the company's quality. The staff feels like one big family, treating their customers the same way. Support is always top-notch, and being able to request specific reports and procedures has been invaluable. I highly recommend this software to any subcontractor.

Cons

There is not really anything I dislike about the software.