Trimble acquires B2W Software
By Adam Freill
Construction Infrastructure SoftwareExpanded portfolio looks to enable an end-to-end digital experience for heavy civil and infrastructure contractors.
Trimble has purchased privately held B2W Software, a provider of estimating and operations solutions for the heavy civil construction industry. As infrastructure projects become increasingly complex, data-driven insights and analytics are becoming imperative to improved productivity, efficiency and sustainability, which is the focus of B2W’s offerings.
“Seamlessly connected workflows are key to unlocking the true potential of an organization’s data,” said Elwyn McLachlan, vice-president of Trimble’s Civil Solutions Division. “With the acquisition of B2W, Trimble will be able to provide an unparalleled end-to-end digital experience—connecting the digital to the physical—for heavy civil and infrastructure contractors.”
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The addition of B2W’s comprehensive suite of pre-construction and operations capabilities will expand Trimble’s already extensive civil infrastructure portfolio and Trimble Construction One, a purpose-built connected construction management platform. B2W’s integrated suite of applications includes estimating, scheduling, field tracking, equipment maintenance, data capture and business intelligence. By combining these capabilities with Trimble’s rich field data, project management, finance and human capital management solutions, civil contractors will be able to bridge the gap between office and field in new ways, promoting transparency, efficiency and ultimately profitability.
“B2W has helped thousands of heavy civil contractors increase their bid accuracy and operational efficiency,” said Paul McKeon, B2W founder and CEO. “And now with Trimble, we can realize the next chapter of our story. By linking the planned with the executed, we will provide civil contractors with a truly connected construction experience, unlocking valuable new insights for our customers across their entire operation.”
B2W will be reported as part of Trimble’s Buildings and Infrastructure segment. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
