Management Information Control Systems (MICS) — Builder Information System (BIS)
Sep. 05, 2014
800-838-6427
www.bissoftware.com
2011 Overall Rating 4.75
Best Fit:
All editions offer construction and contracting businesses a fully integrated modular system that is suitable for businesses small and large.
Strengths:
- Scalable with four editions
- Remote access capability a plus for Enterprise edition
- My Jobs dashboard provides excellent recap of all system jobs
- Handles multiple companies & departments
- Strong Equipment Management functionality
- Extensive reporting
- Document Link & Imaging module allows for better management of paperwork associated with construction companies and provides templates for communication with vendors, employees and customers
Potential Limitations:
- Does not offer time tracking for subcontractors
- No native estimating functionality; data must be imported
- Lack of dispatcher module
Executive Summary & Pricing
With four editions now available, BIS is an extremely scalable product suitable for construction companies of all sizes. Pricing for the system starts at $1,895, with actual cost dependant on Edition, user requirements and modules purchased.
Product Delivery Methods:
_X_ On-Premises
___ SaaS
___ Hosted by Vendor
BASIC SYSTEM FUNCTIONS – 4.75
CORE ACCOUNTING CAPABILITIES – 4.75
CONSTRUCTION/CONTRACTOR-SPECIFIC FEATURES – 4.5
REPORTING & MANAGEMENT TOOLS – 4.75
INTEGRATION/IMPORT/EXPORT – 5
HELP/SUPPORT – 4.75