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Exclusive Discount – 1 Day Online Trades Business workshop with Profitable Tradie

We’ve been given an exclusive $150 discount for Groundplan members to attend the 1-Day Online Workshop “How To Grow Your Profits & Take Control Of Your Trades Business”

Groundplan

September 1, 2020

General

Superuser Series Part 2: Taking Off Plans

In Part 2 we take your existing takeoff process into the digital world of Groundplan.

Brad Halcrow

August 26, 2020

Training

Superuser Part 1: Setup and Creating Projects

In case you didn't manage to register for our ever-popular Groundplan Superuser Series, we've uploaded the recorded sessions for you to reference any time.

Groundplan

August 18, 2020

Training

Groundplan Software updates (17 August 2020)

Plan Compare gives you the option to compare a plan to a previous revision or another plan in the project. While comparing plans, you can count, measure, annotate, and select items as usual.

Groundplan

August 18, 2020

General

What makes the biggest difference in business when time is money?

Ironically, though BJ was in business to simplify life through modern systems, his own business processes were anything but simple and modern.

Groundplan

August 12, 2020

Case Studies

Become a Groundplan Superuser!

Join our Trainer for a FREE 5 part Groundplan training series to speed up your takeoff process and become a Groundplan superuser.

Groundplan

August 12, 2020

Training

Here’s how Groundplan is a ‘game changer’ for this Queensland business

One of the biggest lessons Mike’s learned throughout his years in business is just how ineffective – and costly – manual processes can be.

Groundplan

July 22, 2020

Case Studies

Glenn Weaver saves $2000 per year on printing alone

O’Brien Plumbing Tweed Heads is reaping the benefits of Groundplan, saving both time and money with the cloud-based take-off software.

Groundplan

June 25, 2020

Case Studies

Groundplan Software updates (12 March 2020)

We've been working hard to make taking off plans a whole lot easier! While we've kept the basics the same, you'll now have an easier time selecting, moving and editing your measurements.

Groundplan

March 11, 2020

General

Become a Groundplan Superuser!

Join our Trainer for a FREE 5 part Groundplan training series to speed up your takeoff process and become a Groundplan superuser.

Groundplan

August 12, 2020

Training

PDF Plans vs Paper Plans: Why It's Time to Make the Switch

This article covers why the industry is moving toward paperless construction, the actual cost of paper plans, what the switch looks like in practice and how to address common objections that keep contractors on paper longer than they need to be.

Brad Halcrow

August 19, 2026

General

How to Scale a Trade Business by Plugging Profit Leaks

Most trade business owners chase one number: sales. But profitable growth comes down to two things: having the right people and measuring the right numbers.

Jerome Jacobs

August 10, 2026

General

Recently released updates we think you're going to love

We recently released a lengthy list of powerful updates to further speed up your workflow and a couple of new features we think you're going to love.

Brad Halcrow

July 30, 2026

General

Spreadsheets vs Estimating Software: When It's Time to Switch

Still estimating in Excel? Compare spreadsheets with estimating software and find out when it makes sense to upgrade your process.

Brad Halcrow

July 17, 2026

General

Construction Quotes That Win More Jobs: Templates, Tips and Best Practices

This guide covers what a winning construction quoting template includes, how to choose the right format for the job and how to price without undercutting yourself.

Brad Halcrow

June 30, 2026

General

Markup vs Margin: The Guide Every Contractor Needs to Read

Markup is what you add to cost, but margin is the amount you keep in terms of revenue. The gap between them can lead to the annual profit quietly disappearing.

Brad Halcrow

June 10, 2026

General

The Complete Guide to Electrical Estimating: Best Practices for Sparkies

In this guide, we cover the best ways to estimate electrical jobs accurately in the Australian market.

Brad Halcrow

June 4, 2026

General

Two Big Improvements to the Groundplan Fergus Integration

Thanks to an API update by Fergus, we’re able to bring some significant improvements to the Groundplan Fergus integration.

Brad Halcrow

March 9, 2026

General

What is Takeoff Software and How Has it Changed Construction Estimating?

Designed to save time and improve accuracy, online takeoff software has become an invaluable solution in the modern construction industry.

Brad Halcrow

September 5, 2025

General

Episode 5: How Groundplan brings remote teams together

Despite the distance, he remains the central point of contact for all things estimating, project management and documentation.

Brad Halcrow

July 3, 2026

Case Studies

Episode 4: Getting the Project Manager onboard

In episode 4 of our 5-Part series we asked Brent how he’s incorporating the project manager into the process so that the above walkthroughs from site can be clearly documented back to the office and vice versa.

Brad Halcrow

July 1, 2026

Case Studies

Episode 3: Documentation for the builder

In this episode, Brent walks us through the process for tracking changes on site and how it benefits all future trades.

Brad Halcrow

June 29, 2026

Case Studies

Episode 2: From Tendering to Walk Through Stage

In episode 2, Brent reveals how he manages project revisions to help project managers understand the project’s history.

Brad Halcrow

June 26, 2026

Case Studies

Episode 1: Keeping Your Projects Organised

In this five-part series, Brent Drew from Modern Vision Contractors has been generous enough to show us exactly how he estimates projects 1000 km's from head office.

Brad Halcrow

June 25, 2026

Case Studies

When day spills into night, something’s gotta give

Building a serious electrical business and spending time with the family can potentially conflict, until you put the right infrastructure in place.

Brad Halcrow

May 29, 2026

Case Studies

How J-Tech Systems Supercharged Estimating and Quoting

Scaling a business in the trades isn’t just about winning more projects—it’s about smart decisions & smart systems. Enter Groundplan & Simpro.

Brad Halcrow

May 18, 2026

Case Studies

Profit Visibility: The Key to Keeping Cool

The end of a project should be cause for celebration. Instead, one significant question often remains unanswered even after all those weeks of physical labor: "Did I actually make money on this job?"

Brad Halcrow

March 31, 2026

Case Studies

The Ultimate Toolkit for an Electrical Business to Thrive

No integration is more popular than our connection to Simpro. But how does it actually benefit your workflow?

PDF Plans vs Paper Plans: Why It's Time to Make the Switch

Brad Halcrow

August 19, 2026

General

How to Scale a Trade Business by Plugging Profit Leaks

Most trade business owners chase one number: sales. But profitable growth comes down to two things: having the right people and measuring the right numbers.

Jerome Jacobs

August 10, 2026

General

Recently released updates we think you're going to love

We recently released a lengthy list of powerful updates to further speed up your workflow and a couple of new features we think you're going to love.

Brad Halcrow

July 30, 2026

General

Spreadsheets vs Estimating Software: When It's Time to Switch

Still estimating in Excel? Compare spreadsheets with estimating software and find out when it makes sense to upgrade your process.

Brad Halcrow

July 17, 2026

General

Construction Quotes That Win More Jobs: Templates, Tips and Best Practices

This guide covers what a winning construction quoting template includes, how to choose the right format for the job and how to price without undercutting yourself.

Brad Halcrow

June 30, 2026

General

Markup vs Margin: The Guide Every Contractor Needs to Read

Markup is what you add to cost, but margin is the amount you keep in terms of revenue. The gap between them can lead to the annual profit quietly disappearing.

Brad Halcrow

June 10, 2026

General