Press Release
October 23, 2024

Beck Technology Introduces Innovative Alternates Feature in DESTINI Estimator

DALLAS — October 22, 2024 – Beck Technology, a leader in preconstruction software, has unveiled a transformative feature called Alternates within its flagship DESTINI Estimator software. This significant update enhances preconstruction workflows, enabling users to efficiently create and manage alternates, resulting in quicker, more accurate estimates and improved project outcomes.

The new Alternates feature grants unprecedented control over how alternates are created and organized, allowing teams to present various project options to clients seamlessly. This capability minimizes the effort needed to showcase different project alternatives, helping preconstruction teams secure more work and achieve optimal results in less time.

Key Features and Benefits

Presentation Made Easy

The Alternates feature simplifies the presentation of diverse project scenarios, facilitating faster decision-making and enhancing client satisfaction.

Fees Per Alternate

Users can apply specific fees to each alternate, streamlining the cost estimation process and increasing the speed of estimates without sacrificing accuracy.

Takeoff Per Alternate

Changes can be directly applied to estimates, reducing the likelihood of missing critical items when evaluating alternates or value engineering (VE) options.

Cross-Project Insights

Teams can organize and view alternates across multiple projects, enabling more informed decision-making and improved project outcomes.

Efficient Filtering and Grouping

Advanced filtering, sorting, and grouping options deliver a streamlined workflow, resulting in faster estimates.

One-Click Alternate Integration

Users can incorporate alternates into the base estimate with a single click, reducing time and risk while ensuring all components are included.

"With this feature, DESTINI Estimator offers unprecedented control over the creation and organization of alternates, enabling users to streamline the presentation of different project options to clients. This capability reduces the effort required to showcase various project alternatives, helping preconstruction teams win more work and deliver the right outcomes in a fraction of the time," stated Mike Boren, Chief Product Officer for Beck Technology.

The Alternates feature is now accessible to all DESTINI Estimator users and is set to reinforce Beck Technology’s position as a frontrunner in preconstruction software innovation.

About Beck Technology

Beck Technology is dedicated to empowering the construction industry with innovative preconstruction data management and estimation tools. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Dallas, TX, the company is committed to revolutionizing the construction landscape with state-of-the-art solutions.