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Total 3 out of 5 stars
ease 3 out of 5 stars
features 4 out of 5 stars
design 3 out of 5 stars
support 1 out of 5 stars

Description

BidVariance is a web-based Monte Carlo estimation tool designed for consultants, agencies, engineering teams, and specialized contractors engaged in fixed-price projects. Users can create detailed task-oriented models by inputting optimistic, probable, and pessimistic estimates for both duration and costs, establishing connections between tasks, and incorporating probabilistic risks into their plans. The software's simulation engine performs thousands of outcome evaluations, providing insights on cost and scheduling variations, including P50, P80, and P90 results, as well as probabilities related to target margins, potential losses, and confidence in meeting deadlines, alongside the underlying assumptions that contribute to these variations. Additionally, users are able to explore alternative scenarios through Business and Consultant licenses, calculate quotes based on confidence levels, export their project information, and generate printable reports for decision-making. Project models are stored locally in the browser, but users must verify their online license to access the full suite of features. While free standalone bid calculators can be used without creating an account, the comprehensive multi-task simulation application requires a one-time license purchase for access. This combination of features makes BidVariance a versatile tool for effective project planning and risk assessment.

Description

Vensim®, the software of choice of thousands of analysts and consultants worldwide, is used to build high-quality simulations in business, scientific and environmental systems. Vensim integrates a powerful set of tools to develop, test, interpret, and distribute models. These tools include cause and effect diagramming, graphical or textual model constructions, easy reproductions of model structure by using subscripts and arrays, Monte Carlo sensitivity analyses, optimization, data management, and application interfaces. Additional features allow for advanced model resolution and fidelity. Vensim uses patented techniques for error detection, prevention, and rapid understanding of complex results.

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API Access

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Integrations

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Pricing Details

$129 one-time
Pro is $129 one-time for one user; Business is $249 one-time for up to five internal users in one legal entity; Consultant is $399 one-time for a consultant or consultancy analyzing client projects. Licenses are perpetual and include free minor updates; there is no subscription.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$50 per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

BidVariance

Country

Turkey

Website

bidvariance.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ventana Systems

Founded

1985

Country

United States

Website

ventanasystems.com

Product Features

Construction Estimating

Accounting Integration No 
Audit Trail No 
Bid Management No 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Building Product Database No 
Calculators No 
Change Orders No 
Contract Management No 
Cost Database No 
Customer Management No 
Customizable Templates No 
Electrical Estimating No 
HVAC Estimating No 
Historical Database No 
Job Costing No 
Plumbing Estimating No 
Price Data / Price Books No 
Project Management No 
Quote Management No 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Scheduling No 
Subcontractor Management No 
Takeoff No 
What-if Analysis No 

Product Features

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Simulation

1D Simulation No 
3D Modeling Yes 
3D Simulation No 
Agent-Based Modeling Yes 
Continuous Modeling Yes 
Design Analysis No 
Direct Manipulation No 
Discrete Event Modeling No 
Dynamic Modeling Yes 
Graphical Modeling No 
Industry Specific Database Yes 
Monte Carlo Simulation Yes 
Motion Modeling No 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Stochastic Modeling Yes 
Turbulence Modeling Yes 

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