--- title: Aphex Blog (7) description: Construction tips, insights, and 'how to' guides from your favourite scheduling software. (7) --- [![Aphex FInal Logos RGB-03](https://blog.aphex.co/hubfs/Superseded/Aphex%20FInal%20Logos%20RGB-03.png)](https://www.aphex.co) [Log in](https://app.aphex.co/) [Try Aphex](https://app.aphex.co/sign-up) ## BLOG # Aphex Product Updates Discover new releases and improvements from the Aphex Product Team. - [ALL](https://blog.aphex.co/all) - [Product](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/product) - [Planning and Communication](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/planning-and-communication) - [AphexHQ](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/aphexhq) - [Construction Reporting](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/construction-reporting) - [Construction Tools and Trends](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/construction-tools-and-trends) - [Construction 101](https://blog.aphex.co/tag/construction-101) AphexHQ ### [Why Construction Software Sucks](https://blog.aphex.co/why-construction-software-sucks) In September 2022, our COO 'Jason Lancini' was invited onto the Project Chatter Podcast to discuss why construction software sucks ... Joseph Rudd Oct 7, 2022 Product ### [What's New in Aphex: September 2022](https://blog.aphex.co/post/whats-new-in-aphex-september-2022) Very exciting news this month! We've released our ArcGIS integration into limited beta. Millie Barratt-Boyes Oct 6, 2022 Construction 101 ### [Prelims in construction](https://blog.aphex.co/what-are-preliminaries-in-construction) Prelims cover all of the things required to complete the project that won't be included in the final handover or appear in the schedule of works... Joseph Rudd Sep 29, 2022 Construction 101 ### [Snag lists for large construction projects](https://blog.aphex.co/snag-lists-for-large-construction-projects) Snag lists (or punch lists) are an important part of construction sign-off and handover. By putting a process in place you can avoid... Joseph Rudd Sep 22, 2022 Construction 101 ### [What is compressive strength and why does it matter?](https://blog.aphex.co/what-is-compressive-strength-and-why-does-it-matter) Compressive strength is one of many forces that impact structures and needs to be taken into consideration when planning construction projects. Joseph Rudd Sep 15, 2022 Construction Reporting ### [The Ultimate Guide To Construction Reporting](https://blog.aphex.co/ultimate-guide-to-construction-reporting) The most crucial metrics and KPIs that engineers and planners should be using to drive construction performance and make their lives easier. Joseph Rudd Aug 31, 2022 Construction Reporting ### [Utilising Earned Value Management in Construction](https://blog.aphex.co/earned-value-management) Earned Value Management (EVM) is an analytical tool that you can use to monitor and drive performance on your construction project. Joseph Rudd Aug 26, 2022 Construction Reporting ### [Understanding Percent Plan Complete (PPC)](https://blog.aphex.co/percent-plan-complete) Percent Plan Complete is a construction KPI that can be used to quantify, analyse, and improve site performance. Engineers have site teams commit to... Joseph Rudd Aug 26, 2022 Construction Reporting ### [Root Cause Analysis](https://blog.aphex.co/root-cause-analysis) When done properly, Root Cause Analysis can help identify underlying issues that could cause delays and costly mistakes on construction projects. Joseph Rudd Aug 26, 2022 Construction Reporting ### [4 Construction KPIs You Can't Live Without](https://blog.aphex.co/4-construction-kpis) These four construction KPIs will help engineers and planners reduce potential problems and drive site performance. Joseph Rudd Aug 26, 2022 [1](https://blog.aphex.co/page/1) ... [6](https://blog.aphex.co/page/6) [7](https://blog.aphex.co/page/7) [8](https://blog.aphex.co/page/8) ... [10](https://blog.aphex.co/page/10) ### Join the Aphex Community Stay posted on the latest from the community of projects driving a more productive construction industry. [![Aphex Dark Tight](https://blog.aphex.co/hubfs/Aphex%20Dark%20Tight.png)](https://www.aphex.co/) Aphex Software Ltd 82 Wandsworth Bridge Road London, SW6 2TF [hello@aphex.co](mailto:hello@aphex.co) ### Product - [Engineers](https://www.aphex.co/engineers) - [Planners](https://www.aphex.co/planners) - [Project Managers](https://www.aphex.co/managers) - [Pricing and Plans](https://www.aphex.co/pricing) ### Customers - [Customer Stories](https://www.aphex.co/customers) ### Resources - [Help Center](http://help.aphex.co/) ### Company - [Blog](https://blog.aphex.co) - [Terms of Service](https://help.aphex.co/en/collections/3168676-terms-policies) © 2025 Aphex Software Limited All rights reserved [Privacy Policy](https://help.aphex.co/en/articles/5635735-privacy-policy)