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March 21, 2022
Does Your Business Need A CRM?
CRM (or customer relationship management) tools are powerful and easy ways to store and use your client information. Managing your contacts can be done in anything from a spreadsheet to a full ERP system, but some solutions come at a cost to your business. So, how can you know if your business can benefit from […]
Every business is unique, but some powerful reporting tools can help practically any business. If you’re looking for the best business reporting tools, here are some of the features to keep an eye out for. Reporting customisable to your needs Your business needs reports that are very different from those of other companies. So, an […]
Reporting on your work is a crucial part of your business process. WIP reports can be helpful when checking what projects are scheduled, projects to be completed before the deadline, confirming your jobs are profitable, or reporting back to the client. You can look into three things in your business to get the most from […]
CRM tools and customer databases can help you provide a better experience for customers and your team. You can work faster and smarter with all the data you need at your fingertips. Here are four ways CRM can help. Consistent customer experience With powerful CRM tools and systems, you can help build a consistent experience […]
Every touchpoint you and your team have with your customers is an opportunity to provide great service and build loyalty, including invoicing. In fact, there are many “post-sale” opportunities, including invoicing that can make or break an experience and stop a customer from coming back for good. Recurring work is an important part of the […]
3 Reasons productivity is the key to a competitive edge
Productivity and competitiveness go hand in hand. To help your business succeed, it’s important to maintain and develop a competitive edge over other options your customers could choose. While there are many factors that contribute to growing your competitive advantage, strong productivity can certainly help you along the way. When you get better at doing […]
Top 4 ways that WorkGuru helps labour-hire businesses
When you work in labour-hire, you often work with businesses that have fluctuating workloads across different months and projects; the work can quickly become complex to track. Enter WorkGuru.io. No matter how many people you manage over numerous sites, WorkGuru.io can make managing your labour-hire business a breeze for your labour-hire projects. With WorkGuru, you […]
When your team love what they do, your business as a whole benefits. In fact, multiple studies have found ways that your business can improve, grow and prosper by improving team motivation. The last few years have been tumultuous and team motivation is more important than ever. Here are some ways businesses can benefit from […]
Forecast Vs Actual: What Margins to Track and Why it Matters
Predicting your project margins when quoting is not enough. If you don’t track your actual costs as you work on your projects, you might not spot when your jobs run over budget. Actual vs. forecast project margins are key when budgeting, as they tell you how accurate your estimate was and how efficient your team […]
4 Top Features that will Help You Manage Assets Better
Do you have a way to manage your equipment and understand what work you’ve done on customers' assets? Whether you build or service equipment, whether your own or your clients, WorkGuru lets you keep track of everything you’ve ever done on a piece of Plant. You can track every hour, part, service, and who performed […]
What is internal manufacturing & how can it help your business?
Internal manufacturing can be thought of as the opposite of outsourcing. It covers everything you create in-house, usually without an end client in mind. Similar to how, when outsourcing, your suppliers will send you the bill, internal manufacturing comes with its own costs. Even though you don’t need to see these costs directly, it’s important […]
3 Ways to Manage the Timing of Your Invoices & Why It's Important
The timing of your invoices can help you control when you get paid and manage your cash flow better. With WorkGuru.io, you have control over when you invoice, how much you invoice, and how that affects your projects. Bill in advance Being able to bill before or after a project helps you have more control […]
How Aussie Manufacturers Are Thriving with Cloud-Based Software
One increasingly important tool for your arsenal is cloud-based software that can grow with your business. Aussie manufacturing businesses rely on their resources to produce great work. That doesn’t just mean their physical materials but also great supplier relationships, a dedicated team, and the tools in their workshops. With effective cloud-based software, businesses can monitor […]
Top 5 Benefits of Using Invoice Templates To Improve Your Billing
Invoicing for projects is arguably one of the most important things your business does to earn money. Invoice templates can help you speed up the process and give you more time for profitable work. Read more: “5 Ways Your Business Could be Invoicing Better” Save your business time One of the ways that WorkGuru.io helps […]
5 Shocking signs your job costing methods need to be reviewed
When you don’t have strong business visibility it can be hard to know for certain if there is something wrong with business and what the right fix is. But, there are a few signs that you can keep an eye out for that might be warning signs that your job costing methods need to be […]
Invoicing helps your business get paid for the work you and your team do. No matter if you bill before or after you complete the work, there are things that you can do to improve your invoicing. There are always consistent tweaks that you can make, but here are 5 things you can do now […]
