HAI announces a new version of its PC Access 3.0 Programming software. The software is used to program all Omni and Lumina family home control systems. It allows the user to set up, program, and monitor a home control system over a network, serial or modem connection.

HAI: www.homeauto.com

The new ArchiCad Start Edition 2008 from Graphisoft contains the necessary tools to create a building information model from which all of the associated 2D documents can be automatically extracted. It contains all the design and documentation features of ArchiCad 11, but without the group collaboration features required by large firms.

Graphisoft: www.graphisoft.com

Procore’s construction project management software is web-based to allow all team members to access the project portal from any internet connection. It creates schedules, closes RFI fast, tracks project emails, archives documents and photo. It also manages submittals, daily logs, change orders, job costing and punch lists.

Procore: www.pro-core.com

Maxwell Systems introduces Estimation Logistics 7.3. New to the program are full integration with American Contractor job cost accounting solution, Estimation Digital Takeoff functionality and a proposal writer tool.

Maxwell Systems: www.maxwellsystems.com

SmartDraw is designed for architects and construction professionals to create concept sketches, detailed working drawings, floor plans, elevation plans, project planning and more. The program contains a variety of pre-drawn symbols and templates for textures, design elements, lighting, fixtures, HVAC and more.

SmartDraw: www.smartdraw.com

Exaktime introduces its PocketClock/GPS, software that transforms a Windows Mobile PDA into a portable timeclock that uses GPS technology to record the exact location of workers as they clock in and out. Individuals can also select the type of work they are doing each time they clock in, allowing managers to track work by cost code.

Exaktime: www.exaktime.com