Construction Whitepapers & Articles

As the author and developer of the #1 construction software for labor-intensive contractors, Foundation Software knows a lot about accounting software, job costing and running a successful construction business. These whitepapers and articles represent some of the published and non-published works on various topics, including construction software, accounting and general business practices.

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For Second Year FOUNDATION for Windows Ranks as Top Construction Accounting System in CPA Magazine (June/July 2006) online consolidate loan student

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CPA Magazine Ranks FOUNDATION among Top 5 Construction Accounting Products (April/May 2005) online consolidate loan student

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FOUNDATION For Windows wins Editor's Choice Award (December 2003 Construction Executive) online consolidate loan student

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