Job Management

Pros and Cons: Independent Installers vs. Big Box Installers

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Operating a Home Installation Business as an Independent Installer Versus Working with a Big Box Retailer  There are distinct differences between independent home installation contractors and those who work with big box retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot. Each has its own set of advantages, challenges, and operational requirements. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for […]

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The Difference Between “Reporting” and “Data Analytics” for Home Installers

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In the competitive industry of home installation services, every decision counts. Whether you’re revamping a kitchen or installing a new set of windows, the success of your business is based on understanding your operations deeply, converting opportunities into committed sales, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the crews.  The challenge most companies face is

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Your Installer Coordinator for Installation Management

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In the dynamic world of installation management, efficiency is key. Your office coordinators suffer through the same repetitive tasks on most every job. Cilio gives your team the ability to automate those manual touchpoints in a way that’s customized to your workflow. That’s why installers call Cilio their “virtual installer coordinator”. Cilio handles the complicated

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How Install Partners Achieved 10x Growth Through Targeted Automation

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Cilio Case Study: Install Partners, Nick Simons, Robby Lauterbach, Co-Owners Specialty: Millwork Years in Business: 8 Region: National Overview Install Partners LLC is a quickly scaling, nationwide service provider specialized in partnering with Big Box retailers to coordinate and execute quality product installations. They’ve been very successful in maintaining aggressive growth, partly because of early adoption of technology.

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Making Home Depot’s Service Center Easier to Manage for Installation Contractors

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What Is Cilio Cilio is a web-based app designed to help installation contractors manage work from start to finish. From robust scheduling capabilities, doc management, photos, mobile access for crews, and communication for everyone you touch, we work 1/1 with you to setup the system for the way YOUR company runs.  The Service Center Challenge

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Tips for Better Job Tracking

Tips for Better Job Tracking for Field Service Management

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Contractors know how crucial it is to efficiently manage their field crews. It’s not just about staying within budget and sticking to the schedule. Successful field management starts way before breaking ground on a new project.  Effective field service job tracking requires a system designed to manage and organize projects, including creating new job records,

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