Case studies

Construction and fit-out

Example: how an office fit-out and renovation contractor could run on MSMEPulse

An illustrative example for construction & fit-out: how an office fit-out and renovation contractor could set up MSMEPulse, run a typical month, and what changes.

MSMEPulse team 路 路 1 min read

Example. This case study is an illustration of how a firm like this could work in MSMEPulse. It isn't a real customer, and it makes no claims about results.

Illustration: an MSMEPulse workspace with projects from ready-made templates for fit-out contractors.

The firm

Project managers, site engineers and a network of subcontractors deliver office fit-outs and home renovations.

What made the work hard

  • Handover dragged on with open snags.
  • Material and subcontractor costs were known only at the end.
  • Progress payments were requested late.
Diagram: from an enquiry to a proposal, a project, timesheets, an invoice and payment, for fit-out contractors.
How work moves through MSMEPulse, from the first enquiry to payment.

How they set up MSMEPulse

  • Chose Construction & Fit-out at signup, with office fit-out and renovation templates.
  • Billed progress milestones: advance, works halfway, handover, and end of defects period.
  • Recorded material and subcontractor bills against each project.

The templates for Construction & Fit-out in MSMEPulse: Office fit-out, Renovation works.

A typical month

Each project shows design, approvals, site works by trade, snagging and handover. Material and subcontractor bills are recorded as they arrive, so the margin is known throughout. Progress invoices go out when each milestone is reached. Warranties and certificates collect on the checklist for the handover file.

What changes

  • The real margin is visible before the project ends.
  • Progress billing keeps projects cash-positive.
  • Handover files are complete on the day.

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