FinishLine Software

Pros: Copy mode and ability to copy items from one unit to another.

Ability to detail exactly what and where the item is.

Number and detail of filters that can be used.

Ability to easily change any part of an item when inputting.

Autofill of subcontractors for certain item types.

Ability to draw on photos and easily upload photos from gallery.

Cons: Length of time for items to load when inputting or trying to view items (mainly on desk top version).

Difficulty of making an easy to read report without having to adjust it manually in Excel.

Inability to see only open items during PM punch instead of both GC Verified and Open.

Inability to select multiple pictures from gallery at once to attach to an item instead of doing them one by one.

Difficulty of running reports that I need. Need a more customizable template to show what I need.

Inability to add favorites to a unit and have it automatically fill 'Entire Unit' in the space column instead of where the dot is located.

Overall difficulty of usage. Subcontractors struggle with the software and make coordination of viewing/completing their items by using the software difficult and therefore I must print out their lists which are difficult to read for them.

Wish there were 3-D BIM models for the units to more accurately show where items are located instead of needing to word location because many contractors find it difficult to understand/read/comprehend.

Software needs to be dumbed down with older workers in mind that have never used an ipad.

Overall: Overall experience has been a learning experience but overall good. As I am younger and have experience with computers and tablets, I feel it is much easier for me than for others. Wish things were a little easier to find and ask questions (such as a FAQ tab) but pleased with support from the rep.

Pros: The options within the report function allow the general contractor to manage a punchlist efficiently and make sure all items are taken care of as needed by each subcontractor.

Cons: The front end set up of FinishLine can be intimidating if the user has not done it before. Additionally, new users are often intimidated by having to scroll through multiple menus to create a single punch. I don't know that this can be solved because the menus at each punch are necessary to create the data behind the punch to sort the items.

Overall: We are using FinishLine software to create multiple levels of punchlist to distribute to subcontractors and keep track of what outstanding items are left. It has an efficient distribution system that allows us to send targeted punches to subcontractors when needed.

Pros: The ability and ease of creating a report is amazing.

Cons: every once and a while the program will have a glitch and shut down. I will loose only the data that I am putting in at that time. But it is annoying.

Overall: documenting the progress of the work with time stamped photos.

Pros: Convenient way to go into these finished units and get a punch list to the construction team! Marking the star in the right area of the page was most important and then the picture could specify what was the problem in that area! This way my supervisors as well as the construction contractors can see all the issues and record when they were fixed! Covering all of us!

Cons: Something that could be improved upon is making multiple segments under one area. For example living room wall, may have different issues, it would help if we could make one star for that wall, then specify and record how many exact problems there are with out having to physically put in 10 stars on that one wall. This is another way that could organize the system to make it easier!

Overall: The benefit is how much easier it is to use this and save pictures rather than the old fashion excel sheets and separate pictures to be uploading one by one. This is another way to make sure nothing gets lost in the shuffle!

Pros: I'm using finsihline since 2014, and till we continue the same.... it is one of the best punch list management software i ever used. One of the best thing is it is very user friendly, i trained many of our users in my project and they were all happy to use it.

Customer support services are extremely good.. each and every support cases, Finish line support team provided great support. Thank you rep for your great support.

Cons: Nothing; in my experience, when we work on web version is quiet slow; it is not the issue of finish line, it is a matter of internet bandwidth at end user point...

Overall: As i worked as an administrator for Finish Line in a Big project in doha, used more than 1000 plans , Finish line is good , easy to use, easy reporting tool.....and i will recommend to the next project too..

Pros: I enjoy the traceable documentation that is offered, allowing me to work in the fast paced construction industry and be able to go back and seek data. During punch list it is critical to stay organized with these reports, and having this software, does most of this work for me.

Cons: I really don't have a dislike, other than when other subcontractors do no utilize this software to its main potential. I have tried to step in and ensure subcontractors follow through, but this is an inevitable struggle.

Overall: On top of the software capabilities, I would like to thank CSRs for being great supports during the training and execution portions of the project. They are always prompt and thoughtful with responses and this is much appreciated!

Pros: This software allows you to create unparalleled reports regarding the information put in.

Cons: Speed would be one the biggest cons, even when on Desktop at times is slow.

Overall: This Finishline software has solved countless of communication issues between the CM/PM/AOR/ and Consultants for our projects. Being able to assign deficient items and send out a complete list of items almost automatically is one of the biggest benefits of using this software.

Pros: I like the Fact that in a mater of minuets I can usually get the support I need to resolve an issue I may be having.

Cons: The cost to set up multiple trade drawings in the system.

Overall: Keeping track of "Punch list" is a breeze especially with other contractors being able to use it at the same time.

Pros: Ease of use, ability to learn and overall time savings.

Cons: No as much customizable options, like with an old fashioned Excel sheet. Also it won't track multiple subs/trades. For example; if you have to "move a light", first it's the electrician, then dry waller and painter. Instead of being able to program in those sequences you have to add three items, you could set it up in Excel prior.

Overall: Being in the industry for over 30 years technology that is easy to learn is great! It cut the overall time of the punch and completion list processes to less than half. As the kids that design this stuff understand more of the "real" needs or what could really be helpful, I'm sure they will continue to refine and improve.

Recommendations to other buyers: Overall it's worth it and should become more refined and continue to improve to reach it's potential.

Pros: It is a great way to keep punch list organized for a large project. Once the setup is complete with the subcontractors, it is very easy for everyone to use.

Cons: Initial setup for administrator and subcontractors can be challenging. The good thing is the support staff is very quick to help resolve ay issues the team is having.

Overall: Overall very good experience with FinishLine. Have used on multiple jobs for punch list and pre-drywall checklists. It is a great way to continue to push new technology into construction field operations.

Pros: I like that the Finishline Team is easily accessible. With one phone call I can be talking to a team member and they are making updates/changes in real time. That's efficiency.

Cons: I sometimes notice that when items are "checked off" they still remain on the floor plans. Even if I was the creator of an item and checked it as approved it still showed up post syncing. I would therefore just delete it but that punchlist item is gone now and never existed. We don't want to try and hide anything from the owners and architects.

Pros: Support team was very responsive. Program was straight forward.

Cons: It would help if photos were larger on reports. Video tutorials for Architects / Owners would also be helpful.

Overall: I've definitely enjoyed everything FinishLine has offered. CSR was very responsive and helped us get through some urgent situations on a few occasions!

Pros: User friendly

Customer support is fantastic

Cons: Reporting had been a bit difficult to utilize, but updates have made this much more user-friendly and more intuitive

Pros: The means of ease and tracking open items.

Cons: There is nothing that I did not like about the software.

Pros: The software is functional, easy to use, and offers great reporting. The thing i like most would have to be the customer service though, its by far the best i've experienced.

Cons: There was a slight learning curve with the updates, but overall I do not have anything I truly dislike about the product.

Pros: Easy to upload and make large field reports quickly, once you know your way around.

Cons: It can be a bit cumbersome to find your way around the software on your first time, especially when you get into trying to customize a report. Allot of options but not always intuitive

Overall: Useful.

Pros: Taking pictures and placing punch items in the floor plan for the contractor.

Cons: Camera stops working every 20th punch or so. Really slows me down in the field as the only fix I can come up with is restarting the program. I've brought this issue up with Finishline and haven't seen it resolved.

The lists can also be time consuming to run through to pick a punch item.

Overall: I am generally happy with the software. I think it provides extra accountability for craftsmanship in the field and holds the contractor accountable. I wish they could figure out a way to correct the camera issue and some how speed up the process of selecting punch items.

Pros: Tons of options

great customer support

Cons: cumbersome to use.

Reports overwhelming when printing

Overall: looking for a software that the entire team can use.

Finishline offers all kinds of options but in ways needs to dull it down.