Clear, structured reporting is a necessity when presenting project data to stakeholders. With the increasing complexity of commercial construction, stakeholders demand not only accuracy but also flexibility in how information is presented. Through the use of Data-Driven Intelligence, Active Estimating ensures stakeholders have timely, detailed, and highly customizable reports, enhancing confidence in both budget and scope discussions.

Precision Reporting Tailored to Stakeholder Needs

At the heart of Active Estimating’s system is the ability to generate comprehensive reports segmented by CSI divisions, such as Division 09 for Finishes or Division 05 for Metals. These CSI-aligned breakdowns help teams isolate costs, scope, and assumptions by trade and discipline, making it easier for stakeholders to assess risk, budget alignment, and changes over time.

Multiple Formats for Flexible Presentation

Reports are not one-size-fits-all. Depending on the audience—whether it's executive leadership, financial backers, or trade partners—Active Estimating provides multiple formats for data output, including:

• CSI Summary Reports: For high-level overviews across 5-digit CSI codes.
• Line Item Exports: Detailed breakdowns for cost and quantity by material or labor entry.
• Scope Reports: Narratives or tables outlining specific assumptions and inclusions per trade.

This allows stakeholders to dive as deep—or stay as high-level—as needed.

Highlighting Cost Drivers and Assumptions

One of the key deliverables for stakeholder presentations is the ability to explain not just what the budget is, but why. Active Estimating supports the inclusion of unit prices, labor productivity factors, material takeoff assumptions, and vendor quote references directly in exported documents. This transparency builds trust and prepares the team for questions that arise during review sessions.

Customizable Layouts and Filters

With drag-and-drop sorting, grouping options, and filter tools, reports can be dynamically adjusted to suit specific priorities. For example, a stakeholder presentation might require:

• Sorting by discipline for architectural reviews
• Filtering only subcontractor scopes for procurement planning
• Highlighting changes from previous estimate versions

These views can be saved, exported, and presented without additional formatting in external tools.

Speed and Responsiveness

Reporting isn’t just accurate—it’s fast. Stakeholders often request last-minute data updates before meetings. Active Estimating’s platform generates updated reports in seconds, based on the most recent data inputs, without requiring manual rework or spreadsheet manipulation. This responsiveness allows estimating teams to pivot quickly and provide up-to-date metrics in real time.

Data Transparency that Drives Action

Stakeholder presentations are not simply informational—they are often where key decisions are made. The system’s built-in data filters and preconfigured output templates help project teams ensure that critical figures, changes in scope, and cost trends are clearly communicated. Reports are designed to be audit-ready and presentation-ready at the same time.

With its structured outputs and dynamic customization features, Active Estimating serves as a critical tool for modern estimating teams, especially when transparency and clarity are essential in front of key decision-makers.

Contact Information

Active Estimating
508 2nd Street, Suite 208
Davis
California
95616

Rich Schoener
richard@activeestimating.com
(877) 982-2848
https://www.activeestimating.com/drywall-estimating-software

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