Case Study
From 20% to 2% variance with B2W Estimate
Learn how EPCOR transformed estimating from a manual, inconsistent process into a strategic advantage by replacing spreadsheets with B2W Estimate.
Impact
- Reduced cost variance from 20% to 2%
- Freed the equivalent of seven full-time employees
- Completed estimates in a fraction of the previous time
- Improved field-to-office alignment
At a glance products
B2W Estimate is an elite product. We can bid in a fraction of the time, and the typical variance between our estimated and actual costs has gone from 20% to 2% in some circumstances.
— Jason Pettigrew
Manager, Estimating, EPCOR
Introduction
EPCOR builds, owns and operates electrical, natural gas and water transmission and distribution networks, as well as water and wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure across Canada and the United States. The company provides essential utility services to more than 2 million residential and commercial customers.
For EPCOR’s Distribution & Transmission and Technologies business units, estimating accuracy and efficiency is critical to delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and on budget. By replacing spreadsheets and disconnected tools with B2W Estimate, EPCOR transformed its estimating process—gaining speed, consistency and confidence across teams.
Situation & Challenges
Prior to adopting B2W Estimate, EPCOR relied on spreadsheets and software not purpose-built for construction estimating. This approach created several challenges:
