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Q-Script
is designed specifically for the Microsoft Windows environment and runs on
all current versions.
Q-Script comprises a number of software modules which are fully
integrated, which use the same data model and libraries which have consistent
presentation and functionality:
The
pre-contract module is a pre-requisite for use of the other modules.
Q-Script has a number of key advantages:
Libraries
The pre-contract module includes the HMSO SMM7 library of
descriptions within the module price.
Other libraries available include:
- CESMM3
- IN-HOUSE (User's own library)
- NBS
(Standard/Intermediate/Minor)
- NIHE (HESL05/Adaptations for
Disabilities/HESL06)
- POMI
- PSA (Building 1990/Electrical
1990/Mechanical 1990)
- SMM6
- SMM7
- SMM7 Revised 1998
Q-Script
provides a framework for creation of the user's own in-house library of
descriptions to meet special requirements.
The composite item feature allows collections of measured items
to be grouped together and stored in a composite library for re-use in
multiple projects.
Multiple libraries may be used within a single project.
Ease of Use
"We had very
little training and found it surprisingly easy to use."
Ken Patterson - Chairman, WH Stephens & Sons, Belfast
All
modules are designed to operate in a consistent fashion, following the form
and functionality standards set by leading Windows products. This greatly
simplifies the task of learning to use the software.
Re-use
of Data
The powerful database and consistent data model allow re-use of
data within a project and also between projects. Information entered in one
module is retained in the data model for use in other modules without the
need for re-keying.
Selective re-use of data can be achieved using traditional
Windows features such as "cut and paste".
Component items retrieved from the library allow previously
measured work to be re-used in new projects.
Reduction of errors
"We've
probably saved at least 20% in terms of time, not to mention reduced errors
in data entry"
David Johnston, Partner, Robinson Low Francis, Glasgow,
Stevenage and London
The
potential for errors is greatly reduced with Q-Script performing calculations
and sortations and providing reports based upon key quantity checks.
Work may be previewed on screen in a variety of formats; for
example, taking off sections may be viewed, as well as printed, in bill
format.
Full audit trails are provided to facilitate tracking back to
individual items and to identify the source and date of changes to bill data.
QS Efficiency
"Now our
surveyors are able to be much more hands on,
visually editing information on the screen"
David Johnston, Partner, Robinson, Low Francis, Glasgow,
Stevenage and London
Q-Script
places power and flexibility firmly in the hands of the individual Quantity
Surveyor with no reliance upon intermediary personnel or procedures.
Descriptions are rapidly built by using the mouse to select
clauses from library text displayed on the screen without the need for typing
skills.
The scratchpad, an integral spreadsheet provided with Q-Script,
allows more complex calculations to be performed without the need to invoke
other software products. Key dimensions may be stored in the scratchpad and
referenced from measured items allowing for efficient and accurate
construction of quantities and facilitating the global editing of quantities.
Data
Exchange
Q-Script data may be exchanged with Microsoft Excel and with
software packages supporting the CITE specification for Electronic Data
Exchange.
The Q-Script database engine supports the industry standard
ODBC interface for data accessibility.
Tutorials
"Everyone
that's used the system has picked it up easily and quickly."
Ken Patterson - Chairman WH Stephens & Sons, Belfast
Each
module is supported by extensive tutorials with worked examples which provide
an excellent, practical introduction and training medium.
Information
Packages
On screen tutorials which may be downloaded
from this site are available.
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