Alex Planes

Alex Planes

Alex has over a decade of content marketing and writing experience, and his byline appears on thousands of articles across the internet. He has written for The Motley Fool, Oracle, Bain Capital, Rakuten, River Pools (the most popular pool website in the world) Porch Group, and many clients in many industries and specialties. Before becoming a full-time content marketer, Alex founded and built a modular building sales company serving hundreds of clients, including many in construction and related trades.

Author’s Articles


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Why Do Contractors Choose Workyard Over QuickBooks Time?

Precise time tracking, task-based scheduling, detailed job costing, compliance rules, and more -- Workyard has the tools you need to...

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A No-Nonsense Review of Procore: Features, Pricing, Alternatives, and More!

Is Procore the best app for your construction business? This in-depth review explores everything you need to make an informed...

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A No-Nonsense Review of Timeero: Features, Pricing, Alternatives, and More!

Is Timeero the best app for your construction business? This in-depth review explores everything you need to make an informed...

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A No-Nonsense Review of ExakTime: Features, Pricing, Alternatives, and More!

Is ExakTime the best app for your construction business? This in-depth review explores everything you need to make an informed...

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QuickBooks Progress Invoicing: Setup and Optimization Guide

In this article, we'll examine QuickBooks progress invoicing and how to use it effectively, with tips to streamline your workflows.

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QuickBooks ACH Fees

QuickBooks ACH Fees: Your Guide to Getting the Lowest Possible Costs on Payments

In this article, we'll examine QuickBooks ACH fees, and offer tips to help you minimize them when making payments.

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Quickbooks construction cost codes

QuickBooks Construction Cost Codes: How They Work and How to Use Them Effectively

In this article, we'll examine QuickBooks construction cost codes and how to use them effectively, with tips to streamline your...

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Field Data Collection: Why it Matters, How to Collect It, Tips, Tricks and Tools, and More

In this article, we'll examine field data collection and offer guidance to help you implement it effectively for your company.

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Dispatch Management

Dispatch Management: Why it Matters and How to Optimize It for Your Company

In this article, we'll take a deep dive into dispatch management, with tips to help you implement it effectively in...

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As built drawings

Construction 101: What Are As Built Drawings?

What are as built drawings? Find out the answer to that question (and more!) in this comprehensive construction guide.

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Construction Change Management

Construction Change Management: Everything You Need to Know

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about construction change management.

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Construction Communication: Everything You Need to Know

Learn about the importance of effective communication and uncover the benefits of using technology for improved construction communication.

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