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Description
The software is developed and maintained by a team of highly skilled and seasoned programmers who possess extensive experience in the shipping industry. This module is specifically crafted to efficiently calculate and estimate voyages in a quick and user-friendly manner, accommodating all forms of voyage estimation. It utilizes either the FIFO or Average method to compute the costs associated with fuel supply. Moreover, it generates reports that analyze voyages and juxtapose estimated figures against actual calculations. Another vital component, the Crew module, focuses on the adaptable management of onboard human resources. It actively tracks certificates and their validity for vessels, sending timely reminders before expiration dates. Additionally, it updates the Crew List for every ship, monitoring the status of crew members—indicating who is proposed or rejected and when individuals are ready for their next embarkation. We consistently employ best practices and, when necessary, re-engineer existing workflows to guarantee that our solutions provide a competitive edge while facilitating effective cost management. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also contributes to a more streamlined decision-making process.
Description
CostMate is a specialized estimating software designed for residential builders in New Zealand, particularly targeting solo operators and small teams involved in renovations, such as bathrooms, decks, and extensions.
It calculates labor costs using phase-specific production rates that take into account real-world site conditions like access issues, height variations, existing building constraints, and team size, moving away from a simple square-metre pricing approach. The software automatically applies BRANZ wastage percentages to material amounts, ensuring that estimates are both accurate and compliant with industry standards. Furthermore, every estimate inherently incorporates New Zealand Building Code stipulations related to external moisture, wet areas, energy efficiency, and timber framing, eliminating the need for a separate checklist.
Before an estimate is forwarded to clients, a quote-checking procedure reviews the details and highlights common oversights in residential quotes.
CostMate operates on a robust rules engine rather than a language model, ensuring that every quantity, wastage percentage, and code item is precise and can be traced back to its origin. It is important to note that this software does not function as a quantity surveying tool, project management system, or job scheduling application, making it distinctly tailored to the estimating needs of builders. Additionally, its design emphasizes transparency and reliability, allowing users to have confidence in the accuracy of their estimates.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Integrations
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Integrations
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Pricing Details
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Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$39 NZD/user/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Action Pc
Founded
2006
Country
Greece
Website
www.actionseas.gr
Vendor Details
Company Name
CostMate
Founded
2026
Country
New Zealand
Website
costmate.co.nz
Product Features
Shipping
Air Shipping
No
Bills of Lading
No
Container Shipping
Yes
Freight Shipping
Yes
Ground Shipping
No
Import / Export
Yes
Ocean Shipping
Yes
Parcel Shipping
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
Shipment Tracking
No
Warehouse Management
Yes
Product Features
Residential Construction Estimating
Bid Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Change Orders
No
Customer Management
No
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Scheduling
No
Takeoff
No