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A.R.N Projects

  • Real-time visibility into project budgets
  • Reduced reliance on guesswork and admin
  • Improved decision-making and profitability

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About A.R.N Projects

A.R.N Projects traces its roots back to 1956 when the Dewhurst brothers – John, Brendan, (Pictured centre left and right), and William started their construction journey.

Specialising in Bricklaying, Stonemasonry, and Joinery, they served the North West. In 1961, John Dewhurst founded J M Dewhurst (Preston), and over the next 50 years, the brothers made a lasting impact across both public and private sectors, contributing to the industry’s growth.

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What specific challenge or problem were you facing before using LiveCosts?

We were using different pieces of software for different tasks, but nothing brought everything together in one place. Many of the platforms we tried were overly complicated. It was difficult to manage cost control, and I personally struggled to pass on commercial processes to the rest of the team. Everything was paper-driven, and both site and office teams lacked real-time information, leading to delays and inefficiencies.

How did LiveCosts help solve this challenge or improve your process?

LiveCosts brought everything together in one simple, easy-to-use platform. The onboarding was quick and straightforward, with personalized support from Kieran. It replaced complicated systems and manual processes, allowing the entire team to access the same real-time information. It also allowed us to centralize cost tracking and communication with our supply chain through catalogues and quick price updates.

What tangible results or benefits have you seen since implementing LiveCosts?

  • Massive reduction in manual workload

  • Faster and easier onboarding and implementation

  • Real-time visibility across site and office teams

  • Streamlined cost control and budget checks

  • Easier price updates with suppliers, helping avoid overpayments

  • Time and money savings for the accounts team

Even small things, like comparing catalogues for pricing, have saved us from overspending.

“”LiveCosts replaced complexity with a simple, unified platform that gave our whole team instant access to live cost data.”

How has LiveCosts positively impacted your business operations or team?

It has connected the site and office teams through shared, real-time information, eliminating outdated paper-based processes. The platform’s simplicity has made it easier for team members to adopt and use effectively. The ability to track live costs and avoid pricing issues has improved operational control and reduced risk. Overall, it’s made us more efficient and confident in managing projects.

Would you recommend LiveCosts to others in your industry, and why?
 
Absolutely. We’ve already recommended it to multiple team members and industry professionals, including quantity surveyors and estimators. It’s a valuable tool that saves time, improves processes, and adapts easily to how people work. Other businesses we know have started using it and found it just as beneficial. It’s a no-brainer for anyone serious about managing construction costs and projects more effectively.

“”It’s made us more efficient and confident in managing projects by connecting our site and office teams through real-time information.”