Software facilitating digital quantity surveying from electronic plans allows construction professionals to measure areas, perimeters, and counts directly on a computer screen. For example, a contractor can upload a PDF blueprint of a building and use the software’s tools to calculate the total square footage of flooring required.
This methodology enhances accuracy and efficiency compared to manual measurements taken from paper drawings. It reduces the potential for human error, accelerates the bidding process, and supports better cost control throughout a project’s lifecycle. Early adoption was driven by the increasing availability of digital blueprints and the need for faster, more precise estimating.
