Construction Change Order (Variation) Software

Managing change orders (variations) manually is time-consuming and prone to errors. Planyard’s construction change order (variation) software centralizes the process for client contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders. Track changes in real-time, ensuring they’re linked to your budget, billing, and profitability without anything slipping through the cracks.

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Product picture of change orders within a contract in Planyard construction change order software.

Automated Budget Updates and Profitability Forecasts

Planyard’s construction change order software automatically updates your project budget and forecasted profitability with each change.

Measure the profitability of client change orders directly, giving you a clear view of how these variations impact your overall profit margins.

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Subcontractor-Initiated Change Orders

Easily manage change order suggestions from your subcontractors. When subcontractors submit payment applications, they can also propose change orders directly through Planyard. This streamlines the process, allowing you to review, approve, or reject changes with just a few clicks.

Once approved, the change order is automatically added to both the contract and your project budget, ensuring everything stays updated and accurate.

Easily Manage Purchase Order Changes

When quantities or scope change, Planyard makes it easy to adjust purchase orders. Track updates to quantities, unit costs, and total amounts directly in the platform to ensure your project budget stays accurate.

Every change is documented, providing a clear audit trail and complete financial transparency.

The Benefits of Full Automation

By automating change order management, Planyard helps you reduce manual work, avoid costly errors, and gain real-time insights into your project’s financial health. With all data centralized and automated, you save time and maintain control over budgets, payments, and profitability.

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"Planyard's integration with Xero has streamlined our project financials, providing clear insights and saving us valuable time. It's easy to use and keeps all commitments organized for seamless financial tracking."

Sharon Brown

Financial Controller, Dublin, Ireland

"Planyard saves us 3-4 days per project by simplifying financial tracking and cutting out double data entry. It’s user-friendly and lets us focus on our main tasks."

Jason Escobar

Project Manager, Oxenfrod, Australia

"Planyard is basically a live CVR and saves time by making Excel unnecessary. Once a project’s set up, I can rely on Planyard to stay organized without spreadsheets."

Claire Hill

Quantity Surveyor, Bolton, UK

"If there’s some problem with the budget, it just tells you what you need to fix and you’ll be fine. It really just kind of thinks a step ahead for you."

Jordan Cohen

Project Director & Partner, Florida, US

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Planyard’s Construction Change Order Software?

Planyard’s Construction Change Order Software is designed to simplify the management of change orders (variations) in construction projects. It provides a centralized platform to track, approve, and document all changes, ensuring that project costs and timelines stay under control.

How does Planyard help manage change orders?

Planyard helps manage change orders by:

Providing a clear workflow to document and track variations.
Ensuring all changes are automatically linked to project budgets and contracts.
Automating approval processes to avoid potential errors.

Can Planyard track the financial impact of change orders?

Yes, Planyard tracks the financial impact of change orders by:

Automatically updating project budgets and forecasts.
Showing real-time cost variances caused by changes.
Providing detailed reports on how change orders affect profitability.

How does Planyard streamline the change order approval process?

Planyard streamlines approvals by:

Automating workflows for faster processing.
Providing clear audit trails for compliance.
Allowing easy collaboration between project managers, subcontractors, and clients.

Can Planyard manage multiple change orders for a single project?

Yes, Planyard allows you to manage multiple change orders for a single project by:

Centralizing all change orders in one place.
Tracking the status and financial impact of each change order.
Ensuring that all changes are documented and organized.

How does Planyard ensure alignment with project budgets?

Planyard ensures alignment by:

Automatically linking change orders to corresponding budget categories.
Highlighting potential budget overruns caused by variations.
Providing real-time visibility into budget updates.

How does Planyard improve project visibility with change orders?

Planyard improves visibility by:

Centralizing all change order data in one platform.
Offering real-time dashboards for tracking the status and impact of change orders.
Providing reports on how changes affect project timelines and profitability.

How can Planyard save time in managing change orders?

Planyard saves time by:

Automating workflows for tracking and approving change orders.
Reducing the need for manual documentation and spreadsheets.
Providing real-time updates to keep all stakeholders informed.