BUCO Building and Construction

The Facts

BUCO Building and Construction Now Enjoys:Streamlined operations with centralized job and financial management.

BUCO Building and Construction Now Can:Generate quotes 50% faster and automates financial data syncing with Xero.

BUCO Building and Construction Now Has: Improved cash flow, reduced job-related errors by 5-10%, and a more efficient, satisfied workforce.

The Story

Who They Are

BUCO Building and Construction operate in the construction industry, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Established with a commitment to high-quality craftsmanship, the company focuses on renovations, remedials, reclads, new builds, and maintenance work. Based in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, BUCO is co-directed by Liam Hesp and Colin Potgieter. Together, they manage operations, oversee projects, and drive the company’s strategic growth. With around 20 employees, BUCO emphasizes strong client relationships and the upskilling of apprentices to maintain their reputation for excellence.

What They Do

BUCO serves both residential and commercial sectors, delivering everything from maintenance services to large-scale construction projects. Their projects require precise coordination and an unwavering commitment to detail, with teams deployed across various sites. This operational complexity makes efficiency and transparency vital to their success.

Why They Started With Simpro

Before adopting Simpro, BUCO relied on Excel for job management, which presented several challenges:

• Data Duplication: Errors caused by multiple users managing spreadsheets simultaneously.
• Accidental Data Deletion: Lost information disrupted workflows and caused delays.
• Inaccurate Costing: Manual job costing affected financial forecasting and budgeting.
• Inefficient Job Tracking: The lack of centralized data made it difficult to update and communicate in real-time.

These inefficiencies prompted BUCO to seek a comprehensive system to streamline their operations and improve accuracy.

How Simpro Changed Things

Implementing Simpro revolutionized BUCO’s processes. Key improvements include:

• Time Savings: Tasks like job costing and invoicing now take 50% less time, reducing weekly workloads from 15-20 hours to 8-10 hours.
• Cost Reduction: Automation reduced job-related errors by 5-10%, saving BUCO both time and money.
• Seamless Integration: The integration with Xero streamlined financial management, allowing automatic syncing of invoices, payments, and purchase orders.
• Accurate Cash Flow Tracking: Enhanced financial oversight ensured informed decision-making and better budget management.
• Efficient Invoicing: Job-specific invoices are generated and synced effortlessly, leading to faster client payments.

These changes have empowered BUCO to increase productivity while maintaining its high standards of craftsmanship.

Where To Next

With Simpro firmly integrated into its operations, BUCO aims to leverage the system further by focusing on continuous improvement and scaling its business. They plan to expand their service offerings while maintaining their commitment to quality and client satisfaction.

Liam’s advice to others considering Simpro is simple: “Invest the time to implement and learn the system—it’s worth it. The efficiency and accuracy gained will transform how you operate.”