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Viewpoint Spectrum

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Last updated March 19th, 2026

# Page 16 - Reviews of Viewpoint Spectrum

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DF

Darlene F.  
Office Manager / HR  
Construction  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Spectrum"

May 25, 2021

3.0

Pros

Whenever the field crew is on the job they can 'scan' a document on site

Cons

Toggling back and forth with several modules open.

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MJB

Mari Jo B.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "It is a good product which makes our company function at a high rate"

June 25, 2014

4.0

Pros

We have used this software for over ten years. It's very user friendly with lots of features that are beneficial to running our company, like payroll, financial reports, billing, purchasing, and accounts payable. I mostly use the purchase order feature, which gathers the information that we need for our accounts payable department to use to match up to invoices.

Cons

It seems that sometimes you have to press a lot of buttons to get to the screen that you need.

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LT

Leah T.  
  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for:

### "Spectrum for Electrical Contractor"

June 16, 2014

2.5

Pros

The product is pretty straightforward. The modules are named appropriately, and individual processes within the modules are relatively easy to find. The layout is easy to read. Generally, it is easy to maneuver through the program and each process as needed.

Cons

It is not very versatile or flexible. It seems to have trouble expanding to manage an increasingly larger customer/project base. As our company has expanded, the system has struggled to keep up.

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CW

Carly W.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Newbie to Spectrum"

June 16, 2014

3.5

Pros

From what I have access to in Spectrum, it's pretty easy to navigate and find my way around the site. I am new to the company, so I got a small crash course in the beginning, but other than that, I have been able to find my way around.

Cons

I feel like I'm doing a lot of my scanning twice. It takes a while to load. I also find myself wishing there was a way to save without opening up tabs and dragging. Like a quick save I guess you could call it?

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SC

Susan C.  
Marketing Coordinator  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Very Satisfied"

November 3, 2017

4.0

Criteria screens when running reports can be overwhelming. Our project managers can get overwhelmed because of all the different options on how to run the reports.

Pros

User friendly! Applicable information for our project managers. Great dashboards and utilities. Very visually appealing.

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RM

Rochelle M.  
Receptionist  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Spectrum Software review "

November 2, 2016

4.0

I recently started my position with a contracting engineering company, so I have not been using the software for very long. However during my 5 months of employment so far, I have experienced no issues. I've been very satistified with all aspects of Spectrum that I have been exposed to thus far. I have no complaints.

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MH

Marybeth H.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.5

Once you understand how Spectrum works, it is fairly easy to move around the screens and populate where required. When I build crystal reports, I am able to link data quickly using Spectrums database. I am able to alter existing reports without much difficulty. I do wish some reports had more detail. I also wish the purchase order module would link directly within the work order data entry screen, not just the purchase order tab within the work order. Overall it's a user friendly software that is easily leaned.

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DW

Derek W.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.5

Honestly, I haven't previously had the opportunity to use this kind of software, so I can't compare it to anything else. It is a good, comprehensive package, with modules to do most anything you need. The real prize is the customer support. I've never called and not had my issue resolved, and pretty quickly. I also really like that I can use Crystal Reports to both modify the included reports to suit my needs, but can also make new reports from scratch by querying the Spectrum tables (same with Excel).

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SL

Siu L.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 24, 2013

4.5

The process of switching accounting software has been a long and enduring process. But once you get to learn everything, it gets smoother as you go along. There are good and bad points, as with any new software you start using. But all in all, I think it will be a good move in the long run. We are still learning little bits and pieces as we move along, and each update they do corrects any mistakes or problems that may occur. And they are always on top of improving with any questions we may have.

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KB

Kevin B.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Dexter & Chaney Spectrum Review"

June 25, 2014

4.5

Pros

The fact that we can use the system to manage multiple companies. Having a dashboard that gives a summary of cash flow and invoicing. I like that once you buy a product from Dexter Chaney, you always get the updates for free.

Cons

At first, there was a steep learning curve. I don't like that it's complicated to create your own custom reports if you don't know how to use SQL.

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KB

Kevin B.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Mostly good."

July 3, 2014

4.0

Pros

The integration of images and accounts payable invoices is fantastic. It's really easy to navigate the software and use it to work. The learning curve is also fairly easy.

Cons

Sometimes, when there are software bugs and Canada-specific issues, the vendor takes an awfully long time to resolve them. However, on the whole, they respond in a relatively timely fashion.

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AH

Alida H.  
  
Design  
Used the software for:

### "Accounting"

July 3, 2014

3.5

Pros

I like being able to scan copies of invoices into the system and the approval processes, as well as being able to search account numbers by name.

Cons

I don't like the limitations of posting in A/R. Costs cannot be deducted from sales entries, causing time-consuming extra entries. We're not able to get an account balance at a specific date.

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KC

Kelsey C.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.5

I started working for my current organization shortly after Spectrum was introduced. As a result, there were a lot of unanswered questions. Dexter + Chaney's customer support line has been very helpful. We even had a representative visit our office to answer all the questions/concerns we had. Although there are still several short-cuts we have not learned, we are constantly finding new ways to make our work a little easier!

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VW

Victoria W.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "A powerful product for multiple company use"

October 14, 2014

4.5

Pros

I like that the product is able to be used online, so I can access my data anywhere. As a company, Dexter + Chaney is very professional and responds to consumer feedback.

Cons

I don't like that the dashboard doesn't read from multiple companies at once. I don't like that it's very expensive to add on extra components.

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JO

Jamie O.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Spectrum for Aggregate"

June 24, 2014

5.0

Pros

User-friendly. Easy to learn and has many features. Customer Service is quick and easy to get a hold of to resolve any issues and to help with any questions.

Cons

There are too many windows to get to where you want to be. But there is the favorites option, which helps reduce the amount of windows you need to open.

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FE

Fredd E.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Dexter Chaney Review"

July 3, 2014

3.0

Pros

There are some really good accounting tools. It's able to load quotes, subcontract agreements, and change orders.

Cons

There are too many features missing that are add-ons for more money, leaving the program incomplete. It's not very user friendly, and there's no scheduling program for project management.

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SD

Shelley D.  
  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for:

### "Payroll Specialist"

June 25, 2014

4.0

Pros

There is so much this program can do; most any employer can make this program fit their unique circumstances and get the kinds of reports and data they need.

Cons

Because there is so much to this program, the learning curve is pretty high if you have not worked with a computer program this complex.

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DG

Dave G.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 24, 2013

5.0

We are a manufacturer and installer who uses Spectrum V14, after converting from V13. The conversion went smoothly. The software is pretty intuitive. You can figure it out on your own fairly quickly, or, look in up on the online manual, or you can quickly speak to someone from the support staff. I have been very pleased with Dexter & Chaney, their product, and support!

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CC

Cameron C.  
Project Engineer/Estimator  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Spectrum by Dexter Chaney - Review"

December 7, 2016

3.0

There are a lot of features and different uses but it seems to be a software mostly applicable for accounting. As far as a project management tool it lacks some of the major necessities. There is no access for the guys in the field so it has some downfalls there.

Pros

\- Lots of features and breakdowns as far as the money side goes.

Cons

\- Needs to be more accessible to the guys in the field, that meaning foreman. - Entering names into a project can be difficult at times - The software itself is very slow

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JS

John S.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.0

Just before Y2K we switched from the IBM System 36 to Forefront. Although not in the Construction business, we have adapted the software system for our use. They have updated the software, making improvements based on user inputs. However, in the last 14 years they have not been able produce a simple job cost report that we developed and used on the System 36 computer.

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TF

Teir F.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Spectrum Upgrade "

June 20, 2014

3.5

Pros

The product is pretty straightforward once you learn it. You can access the same item from several different locations.

Cons

Sometimes, you get locked out of functions if they have already been executed. You are unable to see attached images very well without enlarging your entire box.

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KB

Kayla B.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.0

I mainly use the HR function. So far, the one thing I don't like is I am unable to track changes. This is very annoying as I work in the construction industry and we have lay offs yearly. I am unable to track the original hire date. I do like the image uploading. This is easy and an excellent tool. I am still learning all the things Spectrum can do.

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PW

Patricia W.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 23, 2013

4.5

For the most part, Spectrum is a user friendly program. A/P and A/R are great. I would like to see some changes made to the subcontractor billing and purchase order module. We are currently using version 13.1 and have had Spectrum for 12 years. I can say, Dexter and Chaney has the best support team around.

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DG

Denise G.  
  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for:

### "Spectrum review"

June 16, 2014

3.5

Pros

It helps with our job costing, payroll, and purchasing. This allows us to keep all accounting information in one area.

Cons

I wish the payroll came with the payroll tax forms rather than having to print them online.

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ET

Eva T.  
  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for:

### "The product is perfect for what we do and what our industry does"

June 16, 2014

4.5

Pros

Being able to transfer from Spectrum to Excel. Easy to understand and work in all the different aspect of Spectrum.

Cons

Extra information will show up randomly on detail billings, and no one can figure out why.

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