Moving from paper or desktop tools to cloud‑based, AI‑assisted takeoff and estimating eliminates manual prep, standardizes templates, and automates repetitive measuring. Many teams report faster takeoffs with more accurate bids and fewer restarts, especially when plans, assemblies, and cost data live in one platform connected to downstream systems. Use the steps, before/after table, and mini ROI calculator below to find hours per bid, quantify savings, and roll out changes with minimal disruption.