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<title>Verisk signs definitive agreement to acquire AccuLynx</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/verisk-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-acculynx</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>Acquisition to expand, enhance and strengthen network capabilities across the insurance claims and restoration ecosystem.</h2>

<p>Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading global data analytics and technology provider to the global insurance industry, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AccuLynx for $2.35 billion in cash to augment its network capabilities across the insurance claims and restoration ecosystem. AccuLynx is the leading SaaS platform providing end-to-end business management workflow for residential property contractors with expertise in roofing.</p>

<p>The acquisition is expected to be additive to Verisk&rsquo;s revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA margin, and accretive to adjusted EPS by year end 2026.</p>

<h3>Strategic rationale: Delivering added value to the insurance claims and restoration ecosystem</h3>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Expanding connectivity in the industry:</strong>&nbsp;Verisk and AccuLynx both play key roles within the insurance claims and restoration industry&nbsp;and this acquisition will streamline workflow and enhance interactions between participants, extending the benefits to all in the network.</li>
	<li><strong>Mission-critical SaaS platform:</strong>&nbsp;AccuLynx provides a full end-to-end solution, which is highly complementary to Verisk&rsquo;s Property Estimating Solutions.</li>
	<li><strong>Differentiated and rich datasets:&nbsp;</strong>AccuLynx&rsquo;s roofing materials and labor datasets will augment analytics and benchmarking for insurers and contractors.</li>
	<li><strong>Enhanced value creation through synergies</strong>: The acquisition will create opportunities for cross-sell, upsell and expanded data augmentation across complementary client bases that have a high degree of overlap.</li>
</ul>

<p>&ldquo;AccuLynx is a natural fit and extension of the solutions we provide insurance carriers, adjustors and contractors through our Property Estimating Solutions business,&rdquo; said Lee Shavel, president and CEO, Verisk. &ldquo;Together we have an incredible opportunity to enhance the network effect of these businesses and create significant value for all parties in the insurance claims and restoration ecosystem, from insurers to contractors and policyholders.&rdquo;</p>

<h3>AccuLynx helps residential property contractors streamline operations</h3>

<p>AccuLynx&rsquo;s cloud-based software platform sits at the center of roofing contractors&rsquo; workflow, addressing each critical stage, including lead generation, sales and CRM, virtual measurements, materials ordering, labor sourcing, payment processing and job management. Most of the company&rsquo;s customers perform insurance-driven repairs and restoration.</p>

<p>Used and trusted by 80 percent of the top property insurance carriers,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.verisk.com/solutions/claims/estimation-valuation/property-estimation-restoration/">Verisk Property Estimating Solutions</a>, part of Verisk&rsquo;s claims solutions business, specializes in property insurance, remodeling and restoration for the global insurance industry. More seamlessly integrating the networks will remove manual work and improve information flow between carriers and contractors, delivering cost and time savings for both constituencies. Policyholders can benefit from quicker repairs due to workflow efficiency and cost savings driven by enhanced pricing data. According to Verisk data, more than a third of property insurance claim value is related to roofing materials.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Roofs are one of the largest and most expensive home components, contributing to the resilience of the communities our clients serve,&rdquo; said Aaron Brunko, president, Verisk Property Estimating Solutions. &ldquo;This acquisition enables us to further support this growing market, add value to an interconnected ecosystem and better support the active participants in the claims industry who help policyholders when they need it most.&rdquo;</p>

<p>AccuLynx CEO Mike Stein said: &ldquo;Many of our clients already know and trust Verisk to help them manage jobs efficiently and accurately. Joining Verisk enables us to drive operational efficiency for the contractor and insurance industries and expand the value we provide. We&rsquo;re thrilled to join the Verisk team and look forward to advancing our shared goals of helping our clients grow their businesses by streamlining their workflows so they can better serve their customers.&rdquo;</p>

<p>&ldquo;The roofing industry needed a modern, complete business management platform designed by roofers, for roofers. With a team of incredibly loyal people, many of whom have been with us 20 years - we built something extraordinary,&rdquo; said Richard Spanton, AccuLynx founder. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m incredibly proud of what we&rsquo;ve created and excited to see AccuLynx join Verisk. The synergies are undeniable - especially between AccuLynx and Xactimate, a tool I relied on heavily from day one. I always envisioned them working together. Now they will.&rdquo;</p>

<h3>Transaction details</h3>

<p>The transaction consideration is $2.35 billion in cash, which will be paid through fully committed debt financing in place and cash on hand. The transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions and regulatory approval.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Goldman Sachs &amp; Co. LLC and PJT Partners are serving as financial advisors to Verisk, and Goldman Sachs Bank USA is acting as lead arranger on bridge financing in support of the transaction. Davis Polk &amp; Wardwell LLP is acting as legal advisor to Verisk. William Blair is serving as financial advisor, and King &amp; Spalding LLP is acting as legal advisor to AccuLynx.</p>

<h3>Conference call details</h3>

<p>Verisk management will discuss the transaction and certain forward-looking information on its second quarter earnings call and webcast today at 8:30 am ET. This session and the accompanying presentation materials may be accessed on the Verisk investor website at&nbsp;<a href="http://investor.verisk.com/">http://investor.verisk.com</a>.</p>

<p><strong>About Verisk</strong></p>

<p>Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) is a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry. It empowers clients to strengthen operating efficiency, improve underwriting and claims outcomes, combat fraud and make informed decisions about global risks, including climate change, extreme events, sustainability and political issues. Through advanced data analytics, software, scientific research and deep industry knowledge, Verisk helps build global resilience for individuals, communities and businesses. With teams across more than 20 countries, Verisk consistently earns certification by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1288593">Great Place to Work</a>&nbsp;and fosters an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.verisk.com/company/inclusion-and-culture/">inclusive culture</a>&nbsp;where all team members feel they belong. For more, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.verisk.com/">Verisk.com</a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.verisk.com/newsroom/">Verisk Newsroom</a>.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Operational excellence is the new blueprint for roofing success</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/operational-excellence-is-the-new-blueprint-for-roofing-success</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 03:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><p>By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Adopting a mindset of excellence is the baseline for staying ahead in today&rsquo;s roofing industry.&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Walk onto any job site in 2025 and you&rsquo;ll see more than shingles and scaffolding; you&rsquo;ll see an industry full of opportunity. With smarter technology, rising customer expectations and a drive for better performance, roofing is evolving fast. Contractors who embrace this momentum aren&rsquo;t just keeping up, they&rsquo;re pulling ahead. Here at <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/cotney-consulting-group">Cotney Consulting Group</a>, we believe the most successful companies aren&rsquo;t just building roofs, they&rsquo;re building systems that run like high-performance machines. Operational excellence is no longer optional, it&rsquo;s the key to staying competitive, profitable and future-ready.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>What is operational excellence in roofing?&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Operational excellence isn&#39;t a program or one-time fix. Its philosophy encourages problem-solving, leadership and constant improvement at every level of the organization. It&#39;s about building a company culture where excellence becomes a daily habit &mdash; from the estimator to the crew leader.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For roofing businesses, this means:&nbsp;</p>

<ul>
	<li>Lower rework and callbacks&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Faster production timelines&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Greater customer satisfaction&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Stronger profit margins&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p>According to the Harvard Business Review, companies embracing operational excellence grow 25% faster and are 75% more productive than their peers. These numbers translate directly into competitive advantages in the roofing world.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Five roofing-specific benefits of operational excellence&nbsp;</h3>

<p><em><strong>1 &ndash; Workforce empowerment&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Encourage your crews and office staff to identify problems and suggest improvements.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Use morning huddles and job site checklists to build accountability and foster team communication.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>2 &ndash; Strategic leadership&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Shift leadership focus from daily firefighting to strategic growth planning.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Empower field supervisors to manage quality and safety so owners and executives can pursue business development and expansion.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>3 &ndash; Agility in a changing market&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>The roofing industry is shifting rapidly with new building codes, materials and labor models.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Operational excellence allows you to pivot quickly &mdash; whether adapting to solar integration, changes in OSHA standards or shifting customer expectations.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>4 &ndash; Growth through repeatable systems&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Standardizing job processes makes training new hires easier and accelerates onboarding.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>With high turnover still impacting trades, streamlined training processes help maintain job quality.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>5 &ndash; Efficiency equals profitability&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Value-stream mapping can identify wasted time in material deliveries, project handoffs or communication breakdowns.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Reducing inefficiencies boosts margins without raising prices.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<h3>Three proven methodologies for roofing operations&nbsp;</h3>

<p><em><strong>1 &ndash; Six Sigma&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>A data-driven approach focused on eliminating defects and improving consistency.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Example for roofing: Use Six Sigma principles to identify causes of job site delays or service callbacks.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Process steps: Define &rarr; Measure &rarr; Analyze &rarr; Improve &rarr; Control&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>2 &ndash; Kaizen (Continuous improvement)&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>A Japanese philosophy meaning &quot;change for the better.&quot;&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Focuses on small, incremental changes driven by every team member.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Example for roofing: Implement weekly toolbox talks to collect feedback and solve field inefficiencies in real time.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>3 &ndash; Lean roofing (based on Lean Manufacturing)&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>It centers around eliminating waste while increasing value for the customer.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>In roofing, waste includes unnecessary trips, excessive material orders and inspection waiting.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Focus your team on the seven deadly wastes: overproduction, waiting, transport, motion, over-processing, inventory and defects.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<h3>2025 industry updates to integrate with operational excellence&nbsp;</h3>

<p><em><strong>Digital tools and automation&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Integrate project management software like <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/fcs-jobba">Jobba</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/acculynx-2">AccuLynx</a> or Roofr to create standardized workflows and reduce administrative friction.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Use AI-powered estimating tools to reduce human error and accelerate bid turnaround.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>Labor efficiency&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Companies are now cross-training crews to perform multiple job functions with the continued skilled labor shortage.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Robotics and automated equipment (like robotic seam welders) are beginning to enter commercial roofing for flat roof installations.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>Sustainability pressures&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Municipal and federal energy codes are evolving rapidly.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Building owners are demanding better documentation of energy efficiency and material use.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Operational excellence includes meeting compliance requirements to win bids and avoid fines.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>Remote collaboration&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Drone inspections and video conferencing with customers reduce unnecessary travel and increase project visibility.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Use remote communication tools to eliminate sales, production and service bottlenecks.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<h3>Executional excellence: The final step&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Operational excellence builds the foundation, but execution excellence is where transformation becomes tangible. It&#39;s about ensuring your processes are not just well-designed but followed daily.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Executional excellence depends on:&nbsp;</p>

<ul>
	<li>A staff that understands the company&#39;s mission and takes ownership of results&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Systems that track job performance, safety compliance and customer feedback&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Leaders who coach, not just command, their teams&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<h3>Final thoughts: Make operational excellence your culture&nbsp;</h3>

<p>For roofing contractors, operational excellence isn&#39;t about perfection but continuous progress. It means delivering jobs safely, profitably and on time every time. It means building a business model where crews take ownership, leaders have time to lead and customers return repeatedly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2025 and beyond, the best roofing companies won&#39;t just install roofs &mdash; they&#39;ll install systems, culture and excellence across every business layer.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Original article source: <a href="https://www.cotneyconsulting.com/post/building-a-future-ready-roofing-business-through-operational-excellence">Cotney Consulting Group</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Roofing in the era of digital integration</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/roofing-in-the-era-of-digital-integration</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 03:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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<h2>Learn about how Roof Hub is powering the digital job site.</h2>

<p>The advent of the digital era has changed all parts of daily life, from how we go grocery shopping to how we buy a new car, and the roofing industry is no exception to that. While at <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/servicecon">ServiceCon 2025</a>, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the chance to sit down with Delisa DiMercurio, the manager of digital partnerships at <a href="/directory/srs-distribution-inc">SRS Distribution</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/sBlgYWmVzPE">to talk about</a> the importance of technology in today&rsquo;s roofing world. &nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the SRS programs that Delisa works closely with is Roof Hub, which is a powerful digital platform that helps contractors scale their businesses with helpful tools like live pricing, real-time tracking and estimating assistance. Delisa shared a few more details about the platform, adding, &ldquo;What Roof Hub really does is equip our contractors to have real-time access to the materials that we have at the branch, the pricing, everything, so that their scope of work is accurate. And then also at the end of the day with one click of the button, they could send that order to the branch, eliminating some human error, allocating that material instantly, and just getting what they need out the door quicker.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Roof Hub can deliver all those tools and more because of the integrations and partnerships they have made with leading digital programs in the industry. Examples of these integrations include:</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/jobnimbus">JobNimbus</a>:</strong> By partnering with JobNimbus, Roof Hub is able to level up contractor&rsquo;s material management processes.</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/acculynx-2">Acculynx</a>:</strong> With Acculynx, Roof Hub users can create estimates and orders with ease and automation.</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/eagleview-assess">Eagleview</a>:</strong> Roof Hub connects contractors to Eagleview measurement reports!</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/project-map-it">Project Map It</a>:</strong> Take your sales and marketing to the next level with an interactive map through the Roof Hub/Project Map It partnership!</li>
</ul>

<p>This is all part of a larger initiative at SRS to help their contractors have the right tools for the job, both in the field and the office. Delisa explained, &ldquo;We want to help equip our contractors with great tools to create more efficiency, and digital is a big piece in that.&rdquo;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/sBlgYWmVzPE"><strong>Watch the full interview to learn more about the digital tools that Roof Hub and SRS Distribution are connecting contractors to!</strong></a></p>

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<title>Take your company to new heights!</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/take-your-company-to-new-heights</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 06:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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<h2>Featuring integrations with a variety of industry-leading programs and tools, Roof Hub helps simplify your ordering process.</h2>

<p>The roofing industry is a fast-paced space with a heavy day-to-day workload for many business owners. This can make it difficult to balance the tasks of both growing your business and maintaining your active projects. But <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/srs-distribution-inc">SRS Distribution</a>&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/roof-hub">Roof Hub</a> aims to help resolve some of these growing pains with a variety of features that streamline the roofing project management. A few examples of Roof Hub&rsquo;s features include real-time delivery tracking, automated supplier rebates, interactive maps, digital measuring and more. &nbsp;</p>

<p>All of this allows you to run your business more efficiently and close more deals without exhausting all of your time and energy. How is Roof Hub able to do this? One key factor is their integrations with some of the best tools in the roofing industry. Eliminate the need to hop from application to application, platform to platform by subscribing to the most powerful software that gives you simplified access to it all. Here are some of the incredible integrations you get access to through the Roof Hub platform. &nbsp;</p>

<h3>CRM integrations</h3>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/jobnimbus">JobNimbus</a>:</strong> Manage your materials better than ever with the Roof Hub &ndash; JobNimbus integration. Contractors can use their Roof Hub account to access features like live pricing and products from their local SRS branch. This makes it easier to build proposals and place material orders. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/acculynx-2">Acculynx</a>:</strong> With direct ordering and invoice management, the Acculynx integration allows Roof Hub users to set up automated orders and deliveries with ease. You can keep your estimates updated with live pricing and can place orders with your delivery branch and territory manager in one simple email. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/leap">Leap</a>:</strong> Combining the power of Roof Hub&rsquo;s live pricing and direct ordering with Leap&rsquo;s cloud-based business platform is a match made in heaven. It creates a flexible, easy-to-use and efficient way for contractors to meet their goals, whether they are business, strategic or personal. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/giddyup">GiddyUp</a>:</strong> This integration helps with everything from canvassing to closing. Roof Hub participants get access to GiddyUp&rsquo;s live pricing, order templates, item recommendations, delivery tracking and more, making your team faster and more efficient. &nbsp;</p>

<h3>Measurement integrations</h3>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/eagleview-assess">EagleView</a>:</strong> If you&rsquo;re looking for measurement technology in the industry, you&rsquo;ve probably heard of EagleView. Now, Roof Hub users can order EagleView reports with ease. Not only can you view and download these reports for reference, but they can also be inputted directly into an order form to automatically generate order quantities. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>QuickMeasure:</strong> This service from <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/gaf">GAF</a> determines roof measurements with speed and accuracy. Using high-resolution imagery, you can get reports on single-family homes in under an hour and reports on multi-family/commercial spaces within 24-hours.</p>

<p><strong>Hover:</strong> Through a partnership with Hover, Roof Hub users can easily get a 3D model of their project. This helps with the ordering process as measurements and material quantities can easily be estimated using this model! &nbsp;</p>

<h3>Other integrations</h3>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/project-map-it">Project Map It</a>:</strong> This platform is an innovative sales and marketing tool that builds an interactive, digital map of your past projects. You can customize the map with things like photos, reviews and products used, making it a perfect way to showcase your workmanship and skill to potential clients.</p>

<p><strong>Canopy Weather:</strong> Weather events like hailstorms often lead to an uptick of work for contractors. Keep an eye on the storms that are happening with Roof Hub&rsquo;s integration with Canopy Weather. This allows you to know where you might be needed and reach out to homeowners in that area to help.</p>

<p><strong>Billtrust:</strong> With the Roof Hub integration with Billtrust, managing your invoices and financials is easier than ever. Billtrust lets users schedule payments and easily export the data into a CSV file.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.srsdistribution.com/en/resources/roof-hub/?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8s1jchC2OYVe7uoD-dDjLBuMb3Urym06Lw9H5y8X-4q-7ukftK3BZ6D0iNbZMwfuXKf7_HoTCRT2XPWsTbRkus8YUPv1Ft8KuUuUcC5fazV-VzTis&amp;_hsmi=338757658"><strong>Take your business to the next level with Roof Hub and the many integrations available through the platform!</strong></a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Beacon announces annual Supplier Partner Award winners</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/beacon-announces-annual-supplier-partner-award-winners</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 10:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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<p><a href="https://www.becn.com/" target="_blank">Beacon</a> (Nasdaq: BECN), the leading publicly-traded specialty wholesale distributor of roofing, waterproofing and related exterior products, announced today that it has awarded five supplier partners with awards for their service commitment in 2024.</p>

<p>&quot;We are proud to provide customers with the best products and service. Exceptional partnerships with all our suppliers allow us to jointly help contractors find more ways to grow and innovate their businesses,&quot; said Jake Gosa, Beacon&rsquo;s chief commercial officer. &quot;Top suppliers partner with Beacon because of our U.S. and Canada-wide footprint, scale advantage, last mile logistics and values-based culture. Following a robust review of supplier performance, we could not be more pleased to award the best of the best.&rdquo;</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.certainteed.com/" target="_blank">CertainTeed </a>was recognized with theSupplier of the Year Award. </strong>This award goes to a supplier that stands out in every aspect of supporting our mission to help customers build more. In 2024, a company-wide survey of branches and sales leadership put CertainTeed on top. From combined marketing efforts to sharing our passion for relentless customer service, they worked tirelessly as partners with shared values and goals. CertainTeed Roofing also stood out in the challenging market to meet our inventory needs and assisting us in implementing new product management technology.</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://acculynx.com/" target="_blank">AccuLynx </a>was recognized with theIntegration Partner Award.</strong> This award goes to a software integration partner that collaborates to create the best experience for customers. They exceed growth objectives and look for ways to strengthen the partnership to benefit shared customers. In 2024, AccuLynx stood out with dedicated and responsive customer sales and support, new feature development and promotions featuring the integration.</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://lpcorp.com/" target="_blank">Louisiana-Pacific (&ldquo;LP&rdquo;) </a>was recognized with theTrail Blazer Award.</strong> This award goes to a supplier who looks for new ways to innovate and partner, even when the path is not clear. They have the fortitude and desire to go further. In 2024, LP came to us with a comprehensive plan to grow with Beacon. Their energy in executing the plan translated to both companies realizing incremental growth.</li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.owenscorning.com/en-us" target="_blank">Owens Corning </a>was recognized with the TRI-BUILT&reg; Award. </strong>This award goes to a supplier who shares Beacon&rsquo;s vision for building our premium-quality exclusive brand. In 2024, Owens Corning provided ways for Beacon to differentiate our value in the marketplace and outperform the competition. By delivering high-quality products and service, they helped us to achieve a record TRI-BUILT year<strong>.</strong></li>
	<li><strong><a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/" target="_blank">Penske</a> was recognized with the BUILDING BETTER Award.</strong> This award goes to a supplier who shares our values and is committed to people and the planet. They not only have a sustainable mindset in their own operations, but partner with us to advance Beacon&rsquo;s corporate social responsibility journey. In 2024, Penske was instrumental in helping us operate a more optimized and stronger fleet while also joining us to give back in the communities where we operate.</li>
</ul>

<p>With the support of over 3,000 supplier partners, Beacon exceeded its <a href="https://s24.q4cdn.com/883548305/files/doc_earnings/2024/q3/presentation/Beacon-2024-Q3-Earnings-Presentation-final.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ambition 2025</a> revenue and shareholder return targets in 2023 and continues to unlock its long-term potential.</p>

<p><strong>About Beacon</strong></p>

<p>Founded in 1928, Beacon is a Fortune 500, publicly traded distributor of building products, including roofing materials and complementary products, such as siding and waterproofing. The company operates over 580 branches throughout all 50 states in the U.S. and 7 provinces in Canada. Beacon serves an extensive base of nearly 100,000 customers, utilizing its vast branch network and diverse service offerings to provide high-quality products and support throughout the entire business lifecycle. Beacon offers its own private label brand, TRI-BUILT&reg;, and has a proprietary digital account management suite, Beacon PRO+&reg; , which allows customers to manage their businesses online. Beacon&rsquo;s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol BECN. To learn more about Beacon, please visit <a href="https://www.becn.com/" target="_blank">www.becn.com</a>.</p>

<p><em>Original source: <a href="https://ir.beaconroofingsupply.com/press-releases/press-releases-details/2025/Beacon-Announces-Annual-Supplier-Partner-Award-Winners/default.aspx">Beacon Roofing Supply</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>AccuLynx expands integration offerings with new third-party connections</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/acculynx-expands-integration-offerings-with-new-third-party-connections</link>
<description>acculynx-expands-integration-offerings-with-new-third-party-connections</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>New no-code integrations with Hover, Spotio and SalesRabbit accelerate sales processes for roofing contractors by consolidating workflows within AccuLynx.</h2>

<p>AccuLynx, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofing contractors, today announced the addition of three new integrations available in its AppConnections feature, which allows roofing companies to easily connect their third-party software products to AccuLynx without complex configuration or coding. New integrations with Hover, Spotio and SalesRabbit facilitate seamless data synchronization with AccuLynx, empowering customers to further streamline backend processes and accelerate sales.</p>

<p>Each connection offers a unique set of capabilities that optimize key aspects of the user workflow, including configurable triggers that can be tailored during the integration&#39;s setup process.</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>AccuLynx&#39;s integration with Hover: </strong>Allows customers to automatically trigger and assign measurement requests in Hover, sync Hover roof measurements and 3D renderings to the AccuLynx job record and populate measurement data into the AccuLynx job estimate.</li>
	<li><strong>AccuLynx&#39;s integration with Spotio: </strong>Allows customers to automatically sync Spotio records to AccuLynx and map AccuLynx status information back to the Spotio record.</li>
	<li><strong>AccuLynx&#39;s integration with SalesRabbit:</strong> Allows customers to automatically sync SalesRabbit records to AccuLynx and map AccuLynx status and financial information back to the SalesRabbit record.</li>
</ul>

<p>&quot;These new integrations represent another significant advancement in AccuLynx&#39;s technology, offering our customers more opportunities to customize and centralize their tech stack,&quot; says AccuLynx CEO, Mike Stein. &quot;We&#39;re excited to provide seamless data flow between these applications and the AccuLynx platform, helping contractors work more efficiently so they can focus on growth.&quot; Alongside new integrations, AccuLynx has also released a series of improvements to its messaging, document automation, mobile and supplement tracking features. This includes:</p>

<ul>
	<li>A brand <strong>new communications tab </strong>in the AccuLynx job record that organizes messages into threads and introduces enhanced management tools and time-saving shortcuts.</li>
	<li><strong>More document features</strong> that make it easier for roofing contractors to design and share custom sales proposals with homeowners.</li>
	<li>New<strong> mobile app capabilities,</strong> including call logging and document status tracking.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>About AccuLynx</strong></p>

<p>AccuLynx is the leading provider of cloud-based business management software for roofing contractors. Recognized as a pioneer in the industry, AccuLynx has helped thousands of companies &mdash; from rapidly growing start-ups to multi-location operations &mdash; streamline their processes and grow their business. Used by more contractors than any other roofing software, AccuLynx&#39;s simple business management tools include CRM, estimating, proposals, production scheduling, project management, aerial measurements, material ordering, photo sharing, payment processing, custom reporting, homeowner financing and more. AccuLynx directly integrates with Beacon Building Products, SRS Distribution, ABC Supply, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Angi, Spotio, SalesRabbit, CompanyCam, Hatch, GAF, GreenSky, EagleView Technologies, Hover and others. For more information, visit <a href="http://acculynx.com" target="_blank">acculynx.com</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Capterra recognizes AccuLynx for highest-rated document management features</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/capterra-recognizes-acculynx-for-highest-rated-document-management-features</link>
<description>capterra-recognizes-acculynx-for-highest-rated-document-management-features</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 13:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>AccuLynx meets high demand with enhanced document management tools.</h2>

<p><a href="https://acculynx.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AccuLynx</a>, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofing contractors, today announced they were recognized by <a href="https://www.capterra.com/resources/key-construction-management-software-features/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Capterra</a> as the highest-rated software product in the Construction Document Management category. AccuLynx received a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on user reviews collected from 2022 to 2024. This rating places AccuLynx ahead of over 940 other software providers in its category. AccuLynx was the only roofing-specific software mentioned in the report.</p>

<p>This recognition comes as more roofing companies rely on software for document management. In fact, a 2024 Capterra survey of verified software users revealed that 81 percent of respondents identified document management as a highly important feature for their business. Acknowledging this critical need, AccuLynx recently expanded its document automation and management tools. The company&#39;s <a href="https://acculynx.com/smarter-docs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smart(er) Docs</a> features have been enhanced with new capabilities that streamline proposal creation, presentation delivery, signature collection, and status tracking.</p>

<p>In addition to excelling in the area of document management, AccuLynx has earned a number of other accolades this year. The company was named to Capterra&#39;s Shortlist in Construction Estimating, as a FrontRunner by <a href="https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/cost-estimating-software-comparison/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Software Advice</a>, and as a Category Leader by <a href="https://www.getapp.com/construction-software/construction-estimating/category-leaders/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GetApp</a> for 2024.</p>

<p>&quot;The recent recognition from Capterra sets us apart from other roofing software providers by highlighting our superior features,&quot; says Mike Stein, CEO of AccuLynx. &quot;Our comprehensive document management and estimating tools empower roofing contractors to streamline their operations, increase efficiency, and ultimately grow their business.&quot;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>AccuLynx launches new roofing software tools and third-party app connections</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/acculynx-launches-new-roofing-software-tools-and-third-party-app-connections</link>
<description>acculynx-launches-new-roofing-software-tools-and-third-party-app-connections</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>Comprehensive sales proposal creation and pre-built connections with third-party apps are among several updates just released to customers.</h2>

<p><a href="https://acculynx.com/">AccuLynx</a>, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofers, today announced that it launched a number of updates to its software. The release simplifies aspects of its workflow and adds a host of new capabilities to the platform, specifically offering roofing contractors new and improved ways to share sales proposals, connect their AccuLynx account with third-party apps, manage job financials and invoices, and take advantage of its revamped mobile Field app.</p>

<p>&quot;Listening to our customers has always been at the heart of our product development philosophy at AccuLynx,&quot; said Mark Rattin, vice president of product at AccuLynx. &quot;By prioritizing their needs, we ensure that AccuLynx continues to provide an unparalleled solution for roofing contractors.&quot;</p>

<p>Updates to the AccuLynx product suite, which are aimed at helping roofing companies centralize data, increase sales and improve their user experience, include:</p>

<ul>
	<li>Roofing proposal creation and optimized document management with the introduction of Smart(er) Docs, a redesigned feature enhancement within AccuLynx. Smart(er) Docs offers a new document editor that allows for more customization and faster packet creation, presentation display and sharing, reminders and expiration dates for eSignatures, and document status information.</li>
	<li>New marketplace where users can explore enhancements for their AccuLynx account, including add-on features, partner integrations and connections, as well as API tools.</li>
	<li>New AppConnections feature, which provides access to pre-built data connections with apps like CompanyCam, Angi Leads, Angi Ads, and Hatch &mdash; as well as advanced APIs that allow customers to establish uniquely tailored connections to other third-party software.</li>
	<li>Enhancements to the AccuLynx mobile Field App, which now boasts access to company documents, duplicate lead alerts, calendar view filtering, chronological photo display, and app widgets for a phone&#39;s home screen that provide shortcuts to AccuLynx Leads, Photos and Job Watch List.</li>
	<li>Enhancements to financial and invoicing features that provide an improved interface with reorganized page layouts, better drag-and-drop capabilities, and new financial displays including the amount left to be invoiced on a job. Additional capabilities have also been introduced to give customers flexibility in their approval process, allowing for the display of negative job values and changes to approved amendments.</li>
</ul>

<p>&quot;These updates underscore our commitment to providing tools that streamline workflows and bolster sales opportunities for roofing contractors,&quot; says Mike Stein, CEO of AccuLynx. &quot;AccuLynx continues to push the envelope to drive growth and profitability for our customers.&quot;</p>

<p><strong>About AccuLynx</strong></p>

<p>AccuLynx is the leading provider of cloud-based business management software for roofing contractors. Recognized as a pioneer in the industry, AccuLynx has helped thousands of companies &mdash; from rapidly growing start-ups to multi-location operations &mdash; streamline their processes and grow their business. Used by more contractors than any other roofing software, AccuLynx&#39;s simple business management tools include CRM, estimating, production scheduling, project management, aerial measurements, material ordering, photo sharing, payment processing, custom reporting, homeowner financing and more. AccuLynx directly integrates with Beacon Building Products, SRS Distribution, ABC Supply, QuickBooks, Sage, Angi, CompanyCam, Hatch, GAF, GreenSky, EagleView Technologies and others. For more information, visit acculynx.com.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>AccuLynx Announces New Sales Presentation Tools for Roofing Contractors Ahead of 2024 International Roofing Expo</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/acculynx-announces-new-sales-presentation-tools-for-roofing-contractors-ahead-of-2024-international-roofing-expo</link>
<description>acculynx-announces-new-sales-presentation-tools-for-roofing-contractors-ahead-of-2024-international-roofing-expo</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>New features will enhance the way contractors deliver roof estimates to homeowners.</h2>

<p><a href="https://acculynx.com/">AccuLynx</a>, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofing contractors, today announced it will preview new presentation-building capabilities at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 6-8, 2024. These new features will allow AccuLynx users to quickly turn an estimate into a professional sales proposal that is custom-branded and easily shared with customers.</p>

<p>AccuLynx&#39;s Vice President of Product, Mark Rattin, said: &quot;We&#39;re excited to release new presentation tools that will be part of our SmartDocs feature and help our customers create impressive proposals &mdash; as well as proposal templates &mdash; without leaving AccuLynx.&quot;</p>

<p>The addition of new presentation tools will accompany enhancements to AccuLynx&#39;s SmartDocs feature, creating an end-to-end digital presentation solution that eliminates the need for third party proposal apps. International Roofing Expo attendees can visit the AccuLynx booth #6516 to learn more about these new features and others, which will be made available to customers in April 2024.</p>

<p>AccuLynx&#39;s Chief Executive Officer, Mike Stein, said: &quot;We&#39;re excited to provide our customers with a best-in-class proposal solution that cohesively exists within the AccuLynx platform. Customers will save an extraordinary amount of time and money by having these tools all reside within AccuLynx.&quot;</p>

<p><strong>About AccuLynx</strong></p>

<p>AccuLynx is the leading provider of cloud-based business management software for roofing contractors. Recognized as a pioneer in the industry, AccuLynx has helped thousands of companies &mdash; from rapidly-growing start-ups to multi-location operations &mdash; streamline their processes and grow their business. Used by more contractors than any other roofing software, AccuLynx&#39;s simple business management tools include CRM, estimating, production scheduling, project management, aerial measurements, material ordering, photo sharing, payment processing, custom reporting, homeowner financing&nbsp;and more. AccuLynx has direct integrations with Beacon Building Products, SRS Distribution, ABC Supply, QuickBooks, Sage, HomeAdvisor, GAF, GreenSky, EagleView Technologies&nbsp;and others. For more information, visit acculynx.com.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>AccuLynx announces industry-leading customer satisfaction with high NPS</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/acculynx-announces-industry-leading-customer-satisfaction-with-high-nps</link>
<description>acculynx-announces-industry-leading-customer-satisfaction-with-high-nps</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 13:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>The company&#39;s 2023 Net Promoter Score (NPS) surpasses industry benchmarks by more than 40 percent.</h2>

<p><a href="https://acculynx.com/">AccuLynx</a>, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofing contractors, today announced that it achieved a Net Promoter Score (NPS&reg;) that surpasses SaaS industry standards by more than 40 percent. This achievement is based on the feedback gathered from thousands of roofing contractors who use AccuLynx to manage their roofing business.</p>

<p>NPS is a popular customer satisfaction metric used by millions of businesses to measure and track how they&#39;re perceived by their customers. Measured with a simple, single-question survey, it indicates the likelihood of a customer to recommend a product or company to others.</p>

<p>With the majority of respondents considered promoters, AccuLynx&#39;s NPS falls into the &#39;high&#39; category for software providers, according to data provided by <a href="https://delighted.com/blog/what-is-a-good-nps-score#:~:text=The%20creators%20of%20the%20NPS,80%20is%20the%20top%20percentile">Qualtrics</a>. This can be attributed to AccuLynx&#39;s usability, unique feature set, consistent product improvements&nbsp;and customer service.</p>

<p>According to 2023 surveys following customer interactions with the company&#39;s training and support teams, nearly 100 percent of AccuLynx&#39;s customers said they were satisfied with the service they received. AccuLynx customer and COO at Priority Restoration, Billy Gaglione, agreed that the service AccuLynx provides him is top-notch. &quot;My questions are always answered right away. It&#39;s like having my own personal tech team.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;AccuLynx continues to set the gold standard for quality and service,&quot; said Mike Stein, CEO of AccuLynx. &quot;Exceeding software industry satisfaction benchmarks by more than 40 percent underscores our dedication to providing roofing contractors with the absolute best business management tools.&quot;</p>

<p><strong>About AccuLynx</strong></p>

<p>AccuLynx is the leading provider of cloud-based business management software for roofing contractors. Recognized as a pioneer in the industry, AccuLynx has helped thousands of companies &mdash; from rapidly-growing start-ups to multi-location operations &mdash; streamline their processes and grow their business. Used by more contractors than any other roofing software, AccuLynx&#39;s simple business management tools include CRM, estimating, production scheduling, project management, aerial measurements, material ordering, photo sharing, payment processing, custom reporting, homeowner financing&nbsp;and more. AccuLynx has direct integrations with Beacon Building Products, SRS Distribution, ABC Supply, QuickBooks, Sage, HomeAdvisor, GAF, GreenSky, EagleView Technologies&nbsp;and others. For more information, visit <a href="https://acculynx.com/">acculynx.com</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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