ECL Software

CMIS

Construction Management Information System
The easiest, most comprehensive enterprise construction management, administrative and accounting system available.

	About CMIS
	CMIS is like nothing else you have seen or used before. With its single entry design, all modules are sold together and are designed from the source up. CMIS is a true blend of information, process, and users that make a complete solution for the Construction Industry. Single entry is the key to making things simple. “Just do it once ” is the philosophy that drives the integrated design. The fact that you only enter particular information once and that information then in turn is used multiple times, is our proof of single entry design. Free the user from information overload...True Integration!

Feature
Specifications
Visuals

The Pallets

CMIS structures the areas of control for the user into two sections: the Command Pallet and the Navigation Pallet. This makes all functions easy and specific with the single click of the mouse.

The Command Pallet is where the user decides how and what to do with the information on the screen, including searches and browsing records in the database.

The Navigation Pallet, lets you know where you are and how you got there and allows movement from one module to another with a single mouse click. In every case, the user will always know what screen they are on.

Customizable

CMIS is fully customizable by the user, thus letting you create your own unique look for documents and reports. Also, utilizing the power of FileMaker Pro® ,you can create your own functionality to meet your needs or modify existing functions to better suite your unique process. And best of all, we have an "open source code" policy.

Multi-User

CMIS allows multi-user file capability and file sharing across both Macintosh and Windows platforms. CMIS can handle up to 250 users at one time having full access to all areas of the program.

Spell Checking

With a built-in spell checker, user spelling errors on documents, reports, and layouts is a thing of the past. In addition to default dictionaries, you can also have your own specific or specialty dictionaries.

Passwording

Password Protection of CMIS (utilizing the power of FileMaker®) is unsurpassed. You can easily define and modify access to fields, records, layouts, files and operations.

Import/Export Capabilities

Import and Exporting of your data is made simple and easy with FileMaker®. CMIS supports reading and writing data files with standard formats such as: Text (ASCII tab or comma), XLS, TXT, TAB, WKS, DIF, DBF, and Merge files. This allows you to bring in information from any other application that has import/export capabilities.

System Requirements

For Windows

Minimum Hardware Requirements:

• Intel-compatible computer Pentium III or higher

• 128MB of RAM

• CD-ROM drive

• Hard disk drive

Software Requirements:

• Windows 98, Me, NT 4.0 (Service Pack 6), Windows 2000, Windows XP. [Windows 98, NT 4.0, 2000 or XP required for Web Companion and ODBC features.]

Network Sharing Requirements:

• Microsoft TCP/IP or IPX/SPX network

For Macintosh

Minimum Hardware Requirements:

• Apple G3 computer or higher
(excluding G3 upgrade cards)

• 128MB of RAM

• CD-ROM drive

• Hard Disk drive

Software Requirements:

• Mac OS 8.6 or higher

Network Sharing Requirements:

• TCP/IP

CMIS is more than a program

It is a way of management, a way of doing business that streamlines operations to be as efficient as possible. Our construction business management techniques and experience is a foundation upon which we built CMIS. We add value to your software investment with our expertise in business process and implementation services.

CMIS™ allows you to quickly and easily manage your construction projects by integrating: Lead generation and tracking, Estimating, Contact Management, Project Scheduling, Document Management, Full Accounting and Payroll.

» Contact Manager

» Logs

» Project Tracking

» Management Functions

» Administration Functions

» Accounting Functions

» Payroll

What is Integration?

CMIS is like nothing else you have seen or used before. With it's single entry design, all modules are sold together and are designed from the source up. CMIS is a true blend of information, process, and users that make a complete solution for the Construction Industry. Single entry is the key to making things simple. "Just do it once " is the philosophy that drives the interface design. The fact that you only enter particular information once and that information then in turn is used multiple times is our proof of single entry design. Make the system find the information it needs - not the user.

All areas, functions, and parts are connected. Every area knows what is happening in each of the other areas, and relies on this interweaving of information. This is why CMIS is not sold in "Modules". How can you have true integration when you don't have all the parts? With CMIS you get all the parts, because we believe that your investment in CMIS is based upon fully utilizing the entire potential of the system. This advanced integration makes it almost impossible for a department to be an island from others. It promotes better communications between your groups, departments, and employees. The cause and effect of each individual's actions become clear. Each person builds on the prior person's work and knowledge. This becomes true integration. ECL Software delivers true integration in a single enterprise package.

CMIS™ is developed with the powerful and award-winning database of FileMaker Pro® by FileMaker, Inc., enabling us to create and, when necessary, easily customize the software to fit your needs.

What CMIS can do for you...

Contact Management

Keep your leads, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors organized in one place. Save time and money with supplier payment options and discount set ups. Maintains subcontractor insurance and licensing requirements.

Communication Logs

Full submittal, RFI, Change Order, Meeting Minutes, and Punch List tracking. Always have everything in writing and at your fingertips.

Project Tracking

Shows, tracks, and monitors the process from proposal writing to buyer warranty issues and every step in between. Create estimates and proposals the way you and your clients want to see them. Track multiple versions of an estimate as the scopedevelops.

Management

Produces detailed subcontracts from your estimates so that there is no mistake as to what is needed for your project. Always be able to look at Job Cost reporting with full control of projected costs to know and more importantly, predict your profitability.

Accounting

Never overpay a supplier with the contracting system. Real-time entries allow for instant access to all critical information. Full work-in-process reporting lets you see the true picture of how well you're doing.