Cloud-based estimating software Ediphi and DPR Construction, a contractor in the US, have reached an initial agreement for a preconstruction solution.  

This partnership will enable DPR's preconstruction teams to use Ediphi's suite of estimating tools and software, enabling a thorough assessment of Ediphi's scalability. 

The collaboration aims to enhance the preconstruction process by integrating various roles such as business development executives, estimators, and more into a single application.  

This move is expected to improve efficiency and reduce costs, contributing to the success of downstream projects. 

DPR preconstruction technology leader Alan Watt said: "After extensive evaluation, including over three years of research and pilot programmes among leading estimating tools, Ediphi stands out for its robust, cloud-based approach to the preconstruction life cycle. 

“We hope to prove out Ediphi is the best solution to streamline our workflows for better efficiency, aggregate and improve the quality of our data, and reduce our reliance on custom in-house tools and disconnected applications." 

Ediphi noted that its platform addresses challenges faced in standard construction projects, where supplementary tools are required for overseeing procurement, bid levelling, cost modelling, benchmarking, document creation, and more. 

By consolidating these workflows into one comprehensive tool, Ediphi helps simplify reporting and enhances data accessibility, streamlining the entire preconstruction life cycle.  

Ediphi CEO Dustin DeVan said: “There's a significant amount of communication that happens between having an idea and breaking ground - but those communications and workflows are offline, in Excel, or trapped in someone's inbox.  

“This partnership with DPR Construction is a strong validation that our solution can solve these chronic hurdles.” 

DPR operates across five markets, including advanced technology, commercial, healthcare, higher education, and life sciences.