CQ focuses on the business management side of running a surveying practice, not the technical surveying work. While you continue using your specialized surveying software and equipment, CQ handles client relationships, project coordination, report delivery, team management, and business operations.
Absolutely. CQ's flexible project management system adapts to any surveying discipline and project scale. Whether you're managing simple boundary surveys, complex topographical projects, building surveys, or ongoing monitoring work, you can customize workflows and track progress all in one platform.
Advanced scheduling system for site visits, equipment allocation, and team coordination. Schedule surveyors based on skills and availability, track equipment usage, coordinate with clients for site access, manage weather delays, and optimize routes for efficiency. Perfect for managing multiple concurrent surveys.
Complete client lifecycle management including inquiry tracking, quote generation, project planning, progress updates, report delivery, and relationship management. Keep clients informed about survey progress, coordinate site access, manage change requests, and maintain professional communication throughout projects.
Real-time profitability tracking comparing quoted fees against actual time spent, equipment costs, travel expenses, and subcontractor fees. Track profitability by survey type, client, and team member. Identify your most profitable work and optimize pricing and resource allocation.
Comprehensive document management for survey reports, drawings, certificates, field notes, and client correspondence. Version control ensures accuracy, secure sharing allows controlled client access, and organized storage makes information easily retrievable for future reference or legal requirements.
Track surveying equipment usage, maintenance schedules, and allocation across projects. Monitor equipment availability, schedule calibrations, track costs per project, and optimize equipment utilization. Ensure the right equipment is available for each survey type and location.
Yes, CQ is fully mobile-responsive. Surveyors can access project information, update progress, capture site photos, log time, communicate with the office, and manage schedules directly from their phone or tablet while in the field or traveling between sites.
Track professional certifications, equipment calibrations, insurance requirements, and regulatory compliance. Set automated reminders for renewals, maintain audit trails, and ensure all work meets professional standards and legal requirements.
Yes, CQ allows you to add other professionals to specific projects with controlled access to relevant information. Coordinate with architects, engineers, developers, and legal professionals while maintaining security and professional boundaries. Share reports and communicate through the platform.
Definitely. CQ scales from solo practitioners to large surveying firms. Small practices benefit from professional systems that help them compete with larger firms by delivering exceptional client service, maintaining organized operations, and growing efficiently.
Streamlined invoicing based on completed work, automated payment reminders, and payment tracking. Generate professional invoices, track payment status, manage retainers, and maintain clear financial records. Integrate with your accounting software to avoid double-entry.