4PS Construct: An Award Winning Alternative Eque2
Choosing the right construction ERP is crucial. This guide compares Eque2 and 4PS Construct for visibility, integration, cost control, collaboration.
Benefits of Eque2
Eque2 provides a range of cloud‑based solutions that integrate with your existing systems and help you manage the full lifecycle of construction projects across locations and devices. Having visibility across your entire project is essential for keeping stakeholders informed and work moving.
Both Eque2 and 4PS Construct are built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, although the two solutions differ in several important ways. Like Eque2, 4PS Construct gives you complete visibility from finance to reporting, and it also unifies commercial, operational and field workflows in one purpose‑built construction platform. Let’s take a look at some of the other benefits of 4PS.
3 Biggest Benefits of 4PS Construct
1. Stay in Control With Our Field Service App (FSA)
4PS Construct’s mobile application is specifically designed for field service employees in construction and installation companies. The FSA handles the entire work order process, from receiving the assignment with all related data (such as work details and materials) to completing the work order. The app also supports both planned and corrective maintenance.
The FSA enhances efficiency by providing real-time access to job data, materials, and costs, even offline. It also improves collaboration between field engineers and back office, reducing errors and paperwork.
2. Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) is a Core Software Component
CVR is a crucial process in construction project management, enabling professionals to compare planned expenditure against actual costs at any point in a project. CVR is integrated as a core component of the Projects module in 4PS Construct. It enhances transparency and efficiency in project financial management and enables proactive management of project costs and values.
3. Dedicated Customer Support Available When You Need It
4PS UK provides dedicated customer support from our team based in Birmingham, UK. Our mission is to keep our customers’ systems running optimally and address any issues that may arise. There’s peace of mind with our dedicated team of real people available to help on the phone, via chat or email.
Key Aspects to Consider When Comparing Construction Software
Find the best fit for efficiency and growth
What’s the ROI?
Construction software is there to streamline projects from communication to budgeting with real-time updates and a cloud-based foundation for collaboration. Software is a valuable member of your team, helping to improve efficiency and reduce costs too.
In-depth training that goes the extra mile.
Implementing a new system requires everyone to be on board and clued up on new processes. You don’t want to be left in the dark. A provider must share training that suits your team’s abilities, with comprehensive guidance and ongoing support.
When you need help, is support available?
Hopefully you’ll never need to call upon customer services, especially with in-depth training provided by software experts. But when you do you want a team that understands the construction industry and can show you what needs to be done, fast.
‘Clarke Energy chooses the 4PS enterprise resource planning system as it offers solutions for various business areas that are unique for the construction industry.’
Clarke Energy
Frequently asked questions
Integrating a new ERP can feel like a big step, and it is. That’s why you should consider return on investment but not make it your only deciding factor. You’ll need to think about how the software will scale as your business grows, how it can seamlessly integrate with the systems you already have in place and how everyone in your organisation will use it. Whether they’re working onsite or in the office you’ll need to find out if the ERP is easy to use, comes with onboarding training and customer support.
If you have any questions about what makes a great ERP, book a demo.
Yes, of course. When you’re choosing which construction software to use it’s a good idea to view demonstrations from each company. Seeing a demo can help you decide which software is right for you. We offer free demos for 4PS Construct software, book your demo today.
Learning new construction software and adopting improved ways of working can feel like a challenge, but it is absolutely worth the effort. That’s where 4PS comes in. Our dedicated teams make sure your people understand how to use the software effectively so projects become more efficient and collaborative. Alongside our extensive training, we always recommend setting aside time to explore the system and get comfortable with the new workflows. And if you have questions, we’re here to help. Book your demo today to see how we can support you.
Of course, our dedicated and experienced consultants are there every step of the way. 4PS is based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central platform which ensures smooth data flow across processes and Microsoft integration too.
Yes, you can import invoices, documents and data into most construction software platforms including 4PS Construct. The 4PS Document Management Software is designed to make your life easier by reducing manual data entry. You can upload, scan and sync a variety of file types, making it easier to manage costs, documentation and accounting across your projects.