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Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion is an official document that confirms construction work on a specific project, or a significant part of it, has been completed in accordance with the terms specified in the contract between the customer and the contractor.
Construction Management
Construction Management is the process of planning, coordinating, and overseeing a project from start to finish.
Construction in Progress (CIP) Accounting
Construction In Progress (CIP) is an accounting term used to represent the costs associated with building or developing a long-term asset that is not yet ready for use.
Construction project manager
Construction project manager is the person who coordinates all the moving parts of a construction project.
Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR)
Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) is the tool that gives you a real-time look at whether your project is on track financially, so you can catch problems early and avoid losing profit.
Cost-Plus Contract
Cost-plus contract means the client pays for all project costs — labor, materials, and more — plus an additional fee for the contractor's profit.
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Critical Path Method (CPM) is a project management technique that helps you figure out the most important tasks to finish on time for the whole project to stay on track.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is a system that helps businesses manage and analyze all their interactions with customers.
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ERP
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is a comprehensive system utilized by organizations to oversee various aspects of their operations.
ERP Implementation
ERP implementation is the process of selecting, setting up, and rolling out an ERP system across your business.
Earned Value Analysis (EVA)
Earned value analysis (EVA) is a project management technique that combines schedule, cost, and scope measurements to evaluate project performance and progress.
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On-Premise ERP
On-premise ERP software is a system that runs directly on a company's servers, offering businesses direct control over their data and systems.
Overtime (UAE)
Overtime (OAE) refers to the extra time an employee works beyond their typically scheduled work hours, regulated by the UAE Labor Law to ensure fair compensation and legal compliance.
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Payroll to Revenue Ratio
Payroll-to-revenue ratio is a metric that shows how much of your revenue goes toward paying your team.
Procurement Process
Procurement is a strategic approach to purchasing goods and services that enables cost savings, time efficiency, and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
Project Progress Report
Project progress report in construction is an document that tracks the project status over a specific period of time.
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Request for Information (RFI)
RFI (Request for Information) is a formal written document used to obtain essential project information, clarify ambiguities, or resolve discrepancies in construction documents.
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Request for Proposal (RFP) is a formal document that organizations use when they need to find a contractor or supplier to perform specific work or provide services.
Request for Quotation (RFQ)
Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a document that project owners or contractors send to suppliers, subcontractors, or service providers to get price estimates for specific materials, equipment, or labor.
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Takeoff
Construction takeoff is a process of identifying and quantifying all materials required to complete a construction project.
Tender
Tender is a formal, written procurement document that sets out the project details, scope of work, and the contractual framework.
Types of ERP Systems
Types of ERP Systems consist of three main ones: cloud-based, on-premise, and hybrid, along with other types such as custom vs. ready-made, generic vs. industry-specific, and open-source vs. proprietary.
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