On Center Releases On-Screen Takeoff(R) Version 3.4 and Quick Bid 4.7.Enhanced programs make takeoff, estimating and bidding even easier THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- On Center Software, the construction software company that turns winning bids into profitable projects, announced the release of On-Screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. Takeoff[R] Version 3.4 and Quick Bid 4.7. On-Screen Takeoff has been lauded by users for its ability to streamline the takeoff process by completing measurements and calculations using paper plans or electronic plan images -- meaning faster and more accurate takeoffs. Quick Bid enables estimators to be more thorough and productive by automating many of the functions that are typically performed manually. "We are pleased to debut the latest innovations in takeoff, estimating and bidding with On-Screen Takeoff[R] Version 3.4 and Quick Bid 4.7," said Leonard Buzz, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of On Center Software. "These enhanced program versions will help our customers do their jobs even more efficiently, and ultimately, boost the bottom line." Enhancements to On-Screen Takeoff include: * New Auto Count feature that automatically finds and counts repetitive objects in the image that a user defines on the plans * Ability to auto-fill the area inside a backout with another area condition * New option for packing or zipping Compressing one or more files using the PKZIP compression algorithm. See ZIP file. a bid into a separate file * Added drawing feature "snap to 90o corners" that will indicate right angles when taking off area objects * New positioning capabilities for condition legend allow user to position and format items individually * Added option to print only pages with takeoff * Added new quantity type 'Perimeter minus backout perimeters' * Added feature to login Signing in and gaining access to a network server, Web server or other computer system. The process (the noun) is a "login" or "logon," while the act of doing it (the verb) is to "log in" or to "log on. dialog that remembers name and password * Alphabetical sort for condition list on the Takeoff tab * Added 'Zoom Full Page' button to the Tools toolbar A row or column of on-screen buttons used to activate functions in the application. Many toolbars are customizable, letting you add and delete buttons as required. Toolbars may be fixed in position or may float, which means they can be dragged to a more convenient location in the * Added a 'Tell a Friend' feature to the main toolbar that allows users to recommend On-Screen Takeoff * Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. Vista compatible Enhancements to Quick Bid include: * Condition Detail print (report) has been formatted to show 19 characters for the item code (previously only showed eight characters of the code.) The entire layout has been enhanced to show two rows per one onscreen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. , for easier reading * Added Custom Reporting capabilities * Copy/Paste functionality has been added to the Payroll Class detail window so users can very quickly setup See BIOS setup and install program. or change payroll classes * Added Bid Locking feature to share bids without compromising information * Bid Navigator See Netscape Navigator, Netscape and Norton Navigator. Navigator - Netscape Navigator now shows an On-Screen Takeoff[R] icon when a bid is set to price using Quick Bid. This will help the user know when a bid is connected to On-Screen Takeoff, keeping them from making changes (no need to go to the bids tab to see if it's connected) * Changed backup functionality for access databases by including a feature that asks the user if he/she would like to backup the database(s) * All Master level dialogs now indicate such on the title bar making it easier for the user to determine if they are affecting master records or just the bid records * Added Tell A Friend button, to recommend the ProfitBuilding Suite(TM). To learn more about the On Center Software ProfitBuilding Suite of Products, including On-Screen Takeoff[R] Version 3.4 and Quick Bid 4.7, visit www.oncenter.com or contact On Center at 866-627-6246 or info@oncenter.com. About On Center Software, Inc. Located in The Woodlands, Texas, On Center Software, Inc., (OCS OCS - Object Compatibility Standard ) is a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. that was formed in 1988 by construction professionals. Their mission is to transform the estimating experience of construction industry professionals by developing and supporting innovative, practical, comprehensive software solutions that turn winning bids into profitable projects. On Center combines extensive industry knowledge, a solid understanding of the estimating process and state-of-the-art technology to turn ordinary bidding data into meaningful information. |
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