New updates for Corecon V7 Construction Software Words: Laura AgafonovieneCorecon Technologies unveils updates to Corecon V7–a web-based estimating and project management software suite. The new enhancements provide Corecon V7 subscribers with even more on-the-go accessibility options and efficiency tools to effectively manage the construction process. Corecon V7 is a complete construction software solution for general contractors, builders, developers, engineering and professional service firms. This project-based solution provides complete visibility into every facet of a firm’s operations with modules for business development, estimating, bid management, contract administration, procurement, time tracking, document control, correspondence and scheduling. Corecon streamlines project collaboration through Corecon’s TeamLink Portal which provides team members with access to pertinent project information in Corecon V7 on an as needed basis. In addition, CoreconLink utilities integrates Corecon V7 with popular productivity software such as QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Sage Simply Accounting or SAP Business One. New Corecon V7 Features include: Ability to use Corecon V7 with Google Chrome and Apple Safari browsers enabling the use of V7 on the Apple iPad. New “landing” dashboard pages for Contract Administration, Procurement, Correspondence and Documentation modules with the addition of more than 50 drag and drop widgets illustrating crucial data and alerts. Improved print options for project scheduling including the ability to filter by status in the Gantt view, which has been upgraded to Microsoft Silverlight 5.0. In addition, tasks shown on the Gantt chart are now color coded to visually reflect not started, started and completed status providing quick glance recognition of prioritized tasks. The Gantt chart colors match the color coding on the task calendar view. “Corecon is committed to continually improving its Corecon V7 solution in response to our subscriber’s evolving needs,” said Norman J. Wendl, president of Corecon Technologies, Inc. “Through Corecon Mobile, Corecon V7 subscribers can already access and capture critical project information when using an Apple, Blackberry, Google Android, Palm or Windows 7 device. In our latest upgrade, Apple iPad users now have complete access to all of the functions, features and information in Corecon V7 when using their Apple device in the field or office. Furthermore, the other new enhancements we’ve incorporated make Corecon V7 even more efficient and user-friendly for the construction team.”