Case Study: How Electrika Streamlined Map.CAD's Electrical Contracting Estimating Process

16 October 2023
Case Study
Contractor
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Challenges Faced

Map.CAD, a UK-based electrical and mechanical engineering services provider, faced challenges with their manual estimating processes, which were time-consuming and prone to errors. They needed a solution to streamline their estimating process and improve accuracy.

 

The Electrika Solution

Enter Electrika, the ideal solution for Map.CAD. Michael Prestidge, the owner of Map.CAD, primarily uses the Windows desktop version of Electrika, occasionally utilising Electrika Cloud. Since the integration of Electrika into their workflow, Map.CAD has witnessed remarkable reductions in estimating time, accompanied by a significant raise in the accuracy of their estimates.

 

Impact and Outcomes

The implementation of Electrika has had a positive impact on Map.CAD's bottom line, resulting in both time and cost savings. Electrika allows Michael to efficiently set out fit times and discuss specific rates with clients, ensuring tailored and accurate estimates. The logical structure of Electrika simplifies the estimating process and minimises errors, providing a more efficient workflow.

 

One of the standout features of Electrika is its provision of data sheets to back up quotations, enhancing their credibility. With three decades of industry experience, Michael attests that Electrika is the most user-friendly estimating software he's encountered. It allows him to analyse rates, delivering clients comprehensive packages tailored to their unique needs and providing peace of mind.

 

Electrika has become an indispensable part of Michael's daily workflow, enabling him to consistently complete estimates in a timely and accurate manner. The software's ability to streamline the estimating process ensures efficiency and reliability, making it an invaluable tool for Map.CAD.

 

Competitive Edge

By offering precise estimates backed by comprehensive data sheets, Electrika has catapulted Map.CAD ahead in the competition, securing more projects and fostering business growth. It has evolved into an invaluable asset in not only winning new business but also driving Map.CAD's expansion.

 

Recommendation

Based on Michael's overwhelmingly positive experience, he highly recommends Electrika's estimating tools to fellow electrical contractors. The software's adaptability and user-friendliness make it an ideal solution for industry professionals. Electrika streamlines the estimating process, guarantees precision in estimates, and enhances competitiveness, making it an indispensable tool for contractors seeking improved efficiency.

 

In conclusion, Electrika has redefined the game for Map.CAD, marking a significant improvement in their estimating process. By saving time, heightening accuracy, and elevating their competitiveness, Electrika has seamlessly woven itself into their operations. For electrical contractors in search of an effortless, efficiency-boosting solution, Electrika comes highly recommended.