Planswift Releases Their Newest Version 8.5

Dec. 16, 2008 - PRLog -- Evergreen, CO., Tech Unlimited, Inc., the company that developed PlanSwift, the easy-to-use construction takeoff and estimating software program, announced today the release of their newest version of their software, version 8.5.

With a continued focus on the fulfillment of the construction industry’s needs, PlanSwift once again has released software upgrades to enhance the capabilities of today’s industry professionals.

The three major and most requested features in the new version are as follows:

•   Apple iPhone® and iPod touch® integration. With an industry first, PlanSwift now allows users to download files directly to their Apple mobile device for viewing in the field.
•   Microsoft Office Outlook® integration. Outlook contact addresses can be used directly to e-mail PlanSwift files.
•   Customized List Building. This feature allows users to create custom dropdown menus to match their specific requirements. For instance, some users need to create units of measure unique to their specific industry, an easy process with the new version.

An additional 14 program enhancements are included in the new release.
For a complete listing Click Here - http://www.planswift.com/kb

“This is a significant PlanSwift upgrade and a direct response to requests from our customers,” Mike Ramsey, PlanSwift Director of Technical Support, said. “In the case of the iPhone integration, customers wanted a way to quickly and conveniently use their plans on site. This release addresses that need.”

“We are constantly fielding input from users,” Mr. Ramsey said. “And we’re always looking for ways to make sure our product tightly fits the needs of the thousands of construction professionals who rely on PlanSwift for their takeoff and estimating needs. This release helps us accomplish that goal.”


With PlanSwift being the choice for leaders, more and more companies are saving time and money. PlanSwift offers customers the opportunity to see how the software can revolutionize their business.  Industry professionals can receive a free 14-day, fully functional trial of PlanSwift.  PlanSwift also provides customers with a free one-hour demonstration with an experienced estimator, which enables customers to maximize their free trial offer. The software can be downloaded at http://www.planswift.com/.  



About PlanSwift
PlanSwift, a subsidiary of Tech Unlimited, Inc., is a leading provider of takeoff and estimating software to industry professionals.  The PlanSwift Company has developed software to enhance the construction industry’s daily takeoff and estimating needs. More than 4,000 industry professionals, in over ten countries, use PlanSwift to help them complete more precise and accurate bids every day.   For more information about PlanSwift, please visit the company's website at www.planswift.com

If you would like more information about the program or company, or to schedule an interview with Matthew Miller, please call (888) 752-6794 ext. 729 or email marketing@planswift.com.

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PlanSwift is a powerful and fully customizable software program that provides contractors and estimators with the fastest and easiest way to accurately complete construction takeoffs. With PlanSwift's visual point-and-click interface, users can drag and drop individual products or assembled product groups directly onto a digitized blueprint. PlanSwift calculates the takeoffs automatically - saving users valuable time and effort when they bid on jobs. PlanSwift's feature rich environment includes the ability to integrate with external applications, files and data, see-through and comparative plan overlays; measure square, linear and metric footage, pitch and angles; and email, update, and store plans using industry standard CAD and image files. For today's construction and building professionals, PlanSwift is the ultimate, easy to use, takeoff solution.