Introducing Bolt Enterprise: The First End-to-End Project And Inventory Management Solution for Homebuilding Trade Contractors

Many trade contractors rely on a mix of spreadsheets, whiteboards, and outdated software to manage their work. The problem? These tools don’t communicate with each other, leading to wasted materials, job delays, and profits slipping through the cracks.

Bolt Enterprise changes that. This new solution from ECI is built specifically for trade contractors, bringing project management, scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and real-time job costing into one integrated system. No more guessing. No more gaps. Just better control over every job.

Why running a trade business feels harder than it should

Most software solutions aren’t built for homebuilding trades. That leaves you piecing together different tools—or worse, relying on outdated manual processes that slow you down. Sound familiar?

• Estimating and warehousing feel disconnected, making it hard to keep track of materials

• Job sites grind to a halt when the right materials don’t arrive on time

• Accurate materials lists are difficult to generate from estimates

• Inventory management is a guessing game, leading to wasted materials and extra costs

• You don’t have a clear, real-time view of profitability at the lot level

Trade contractors don’t struggle because they lack skill or experience—they don’t have a system designed for how they work. That’s why Bolt Enterprise is different.

The smarter way to run your business

Bolt Enterprise replaces disjointed tools with one streamlined platform. It connects every part of your operation so you can manage jobs efficiently, track costs accurately, and scale without growing pains.

• From estimating to exactimating – No more rough estimates that leave room for error. Bolt Enterprise generates precise material lists, ensuring your crews have what they need to get the job done right the first time.

• Inventory that works for you – Stop over-ordering, running short, or wasting materials. Bolt Enterprise ties inventory levels directly to your job schedules, so you always know what’s needed and when.

• Smart purchasing decisions – Plan bulk orders with confidence, cut down on waste, and keep projects moving without costly delays.

• Lot-specific profitability at your fingertips – Get an accurate, real-time view of job costs and margins so you can make smarter business decisions.

This isn’t just about making things easier—it’s about running a more profitable, more efficient trade business without adding more work to your plate.

More control, less guesswork

Success in residential construction isn’t just about doing the work—it’s about managing the process efficiently. The most successful trade contractors aren’t just skilled at their craft; they have the right systems in place to keep jobs moving, control costs, and scale profitably.

Bolt Enterprise gives you that competitive edge by bringing project management, inventory control, and financial oversight into one integrated system. No more relying on scattered tools or gut instinct—just clear, data-driven decisions that help you operate with confidence.

• Keep jobs on track – With project and inventory management in sync, your crews always have the right materials at the right time, preventing costly delays.

• Reduce waste and protect your margins – Know exactly what materials are needed, avoid over-ordering, and streamline purchasing decisions to cut unnecessary costs.

• Scale your business without adding chaos – As you take on more jobs, Bolt Enterprise grows with you, giving you the structure and visibility to handle larger workloads without unnecessary overhead.

The challenges of running a trade business won’t disappear—but with the right system in place, you can stay ahead of them.

How a contractor just like you is scaling smarter

Trade contractors are already seeing the impact of Bolt Enterprise in their day-to-day operations. For one early adopter, the shift to Bolt Enterprise means scaling efficiently without adding overhead.

DCES LLC, a growing electrical contractor, struggled to keep up with rising demand while managing materials and costs manually. As they took on bigger projects, they needed a system that could grow with them—without adding overhead. With Bolt Enterprise, they streamlined operations, improved cost tracking, and kept jobs moving smoothly.

David Christensen, the company’s managing member, said:

"Bolt Enterprise provides us with technology that our whole team can latch onto to scale our operations. Accounting can be standardized and simplified to the point where we don’t need to add new office staff when we add new builders."

Now’s the time to build smarter

The best trade contractors aren’t just the ones who work hard—they’re the ones who work smart. As demand grows and margins tighten, the businesses that invest in better systems will come out ahead. Bolt Enterprise can give you that edge. Whether you’re running 100 jobs or 1,000, this is the tool that will help you scale without the chaos.

Residential construction is only getting more competitive. To stay ahead, trade contractors need more than just experience—they need the right systems in place to scale profitably. Bolt Enterprise was built for this moment. Because homebuilding isn’t getting any easier—but running your business can be.