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InEight's construction estimating software is designed with adaptable estimate frameworks, allowing users to arrange estimates according to the project's construction sequence—from initial concept through to detailed, resource-intensive proposals. The InEight Estimate tool meticulously assesses labor, teams, equipment, and materials with a precision that aligns with the project's requirements. It features integrated benchmarking that highlights discrepancies in your estimates by comparing them to historical data, preventing potential losses before they occur. The bid wizard and quote management functionalities streamline both setup and supplier pricing processes. Once a contract is secured, the estimate seamlessly transitions into the execution budget within the InEight Platform, which is linked to cost management, scheduling, and on-site progress tracking. This ensures that all assumptions behind the figures remain transparent throughout the project's execution, while completed results inform future estimates. From extensive capital initiatives to massive megaprojects, estimating teams in over 60 countries rely on InEight to create, evaluate, and justify their financial assessments.

FormingSuite® represents our flagship software solution tailored for sheet metal forming applications. Manufacturers and suppliers across the globe utilize FormingSuite to enhance the design, assess feasibility, and manage costs associated with sheet metal parts. The FASTFORM® ADVANCED module allows users to swiftly and efficiently assess both part and process feasibility while also identifying blank shapes and springback characteristics for sheet metal designs. Additionally, FASTIncremental empowers teams from various departments, including cost estimation, design, and production, to quickly evaluate the feasibility of parts and processes with ease. COSTOPTIMIZER® serves as a comprehensive tool for Cost Engineers, facilitating the creation of accurate quotes and estimates for individual piece part costs. This solution integrates the robust capabilities of FTI’s leading formability analysis, blank development, and blank nesting tools along with specialized cost management features. Lastly, FormingSuite® PROCESSPLANNER crafts a meticulous process plan for quoting based on your 3D CAD design, generating visual aids to illustrate the necessary actions for each operational step while ensuring clarity and precision in the planning process. This holistic approach enhances collaboration and improves overall efficiency in sheet metal production.