Overview
Factor is a specialized project management platform built exclusively for architecture and engineering firms. The software addresses the unique challenges A/E firms face with time tracking, including phase-based billing, project budgeting, and the need for time tracking that doesn't disrupt creative workflows.
Features
- Phase-Based Time Tracking: Track time by project phase (SD, DD, CD, CA) to understand phase profitability
- Intuitive Time Entry: Updated time tracking designed for how A/E teams actually work
- Budget Management: Monitor project budgets against time spent and fees
- Resource Planning: Allocate staff across projects and track utilization
- Project Dashboards: Real-time visibility into project health and profitability
- Invoicing: Generate invoices based on tracked time and project terms
- Team Collaboration: Share project information and coordinate work across teams
- Consultant Management: Track subconsultant time and fees
- Mobile Time Entry: Log time from anywhere via mobile app
- Reporting: Generate reports on project performance, staff utilization, and profitability
A/E-Specific Time Tracking
Factor understands that time tracking is one of the most-used features in A/E firms because it affects nearly every part of the business. The platform allows:
- Tracking time by project phase to understand phase completion
- Charging time appropriately across different phases and tasks
- Seeing how long phases actually take vs. estimates
- Ensuring accurate client billing
Why A/E Firms Choose Factor
Traditional project management tools don't understand the specific needs of architecture and engineering workflows. Factor was built from the ground up for A/E firms, with:
- Phase and task structures that match how architects work
- Time tracking that doesn't interrupt creative flow
- Budget tracking that accounts for percentage completion by phase
- Integration with A/E-specific billing practices
Integration
Factor integrates with:
- QuickBooks for accounting sync
- Various CAD and design tools
- Email and calendar systems
Pricing
Contact Factor for custom pricing based on firm size and needs. Pricing is typically per user per month.
