What “Sets Us Apart” from our competitors?
We realize that you have other options when it comes to software programs that specialize in providing “point of sale” applications to the post frame industry. Your options range from hiring your own software developer to create a customized program (think lots of big-time bucks and time) or buying an industry-specific application that promises to deliver everything from materials lists to detailed drawings (think weeks and weeks of your time and energy). At Protractor there are 3-words that separate us from our competitors…
Customized
At Protractor, this word “customized” describes what “sets us apart” from the pack! When you purchase Protractor our experienced Post frame Professionals will ask you several dozen questions relating to your methods of build, desired margins, labor rates, as well as your current costs on lumber, steel, components, etc. From there, several days later you will receive a version of our program that is ready to go to work for your business. You will not be frustrated with incomplete bids because of missing materials, missing prices, missing margins.
User-Friendly
At Protractor, we realize that you and your staff have adapted well as professionals to the demands of our techy society; however, we realize that as a busy contractor that learning new applications and being a “computer geek” is likely not high on the priority list for you and your staff. Protractor was designed as a simplified way to easily create accurate quotes, contracts and change orders for normal people with less than ideal computer skills.
Versatile
At Protractor, we are committed to providing a software application that can price just about anything that you can throw at a Pole Building. Gone are the days where the Post Frame industry is geared exclusively to the ag industry! Approximately 60-70% of buildings now fall into the Residential Garage and Hobby Shop category. This means the demands for esthetically pleasing features has become a big deal! You should be concerned about what your new Pricing Program is able to do and not do. Here are some of the complex building features Protractor can handle:
Lean-to Estimates
On-eave, below eave, partial, etc.
Open Sided
Partial open walls, interior walls, etc.
Roof Pitch Changes
Attic, Gambrell, various truss loadings and spacings etc.
Siding and Roofing
Board and Baton, concrete, veneer rock and brick, wainscot, shingle, etc.
Stud-wall Buildings
Lofts, stairs, dormers, horse stalls, and much, much more!