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Description

BidVariance is a web-based Monte Carlo estimation tool designed for consultants, agencies, engineering teams, and specialized contractors engaged in fixed-price projects. Users can create detailed task-oriented models by inputting optimistic, probable, and pessimistic estimates for both duration and costs, establishing connections between tasks, and incorporating probabilistic risks into their plans. The software's simulation engine performs thousands of outcome evaluations, providing insights on cost and scheduling variations, including P50, P80, and P90 results, as well as probabilities related to target margins, potential losses, and confidence in meeting deadlines, alongside the underlying assumptions that contribute to these variations. Additionally, users are able to explore alternative scenarios through Business and Consultant licenses, calculate quotes based on confidence levels, export their project information, and generate printable reports for decision-making. Project models are stored locally in the browser, but users must verify their online license to access the full suite of features. While free standalone bid calculators can be used without creating an account, the comprehensive multi-task simulation application requires a one-time license purchase for access. This combination of features makes BidVariance a versatile tool for effective project planning and risk assessment.

Description

GoldSim stands out as the leading software for Monte Carlo simulations, adept at dynamically modeling intricate systems across various fields such as engineering, science, and business. By facilitating decision-making and conducting risk analysis, GoldSim allows for the simulation of future performance while effectively quantifying the uncertainties and risks that are essential to understanding complex systems. Its versatility is recognized globally, with organizations utilizing GoldSim to assess and compare different designs, strategies, and policies to enhance decision-making and mitigate risks in an unpredictable environment. In particular, projects related to water resources and hydrological modeling often require the simulation of interconnected systems composed of numerous components, which may be inadequately defined. Typically, these hydrological systems are influenced by stochastic factors like precipitation, evaporation, and demand, presenting a landscape filled with uncertain processes, parameters, and events that complicate analysis. Thus, GoldSim proves to be an invaluable tool for navigating the complexities of these environmental challenges.

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API Access

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Pricing Details

$129 one-time
Pro is $129 one-time for one user; Business is $249 one-time for up to five internal users in one legal entity; Consultant is $399 one-time for a consultant or consultancy analyzing client projects. Licenses are perpetual and include free minor updates; there is no subscription.
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Free Version Yes 

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Free Version 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 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

BidVariance

Country

Turkey

Website

bidvariance.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

GoldSim Technology Group

Website

www.goldsim.com

Product Features

Construction Estimating

Accounting Integration No 
Audit Trail No 
Bid Management No 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Building Product Database No 
Calculators No 
Change Orders No 
Contract Management No 
Cost Database No 
Customer Management No 
Customizable Templates No 
Electrical Estimating No 
HVAC Estimating No 
Historical Database No 
Job Costing No 
Plumbing Estimating No 
Price Data / Price Books No 
Project Management No 
Quote Management No 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Scheduling No 
Subcontractor Management No 
Takeoff No 
What-if Analysis No 

Product Features

Decision Support

Application Development Yes 
Budgeting & Forecasting Yes 
Data Analysis Yes 
Decision Tree Analysis No 
Monte Carlo Simulation Yes 
Performance Metrics No 
Rules-Based Workflow No 
Sensitivity Analysis Yes 
Thematic Mapping No 
Version Control No 

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