Ricky Horton

Ricky Horton is a full-time consultant specializing in the implementation and design of information systems surrounding the Tekla PowerFab suite of products. He has almost three decades of experience as an executive in the structural steel industry and over a decade in utilizing Tekla Powerfab.

about 3 years ago
Give the schedule some love!

The schedule is one of the least utilized areas of Tekla PowerFab but is one of the most powerful. Because of this, I want to explain the benefits of the schedule.

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about 3 years ago
Where’s the ROI in estimating?

This is the question companies ask when deciding if they will switch from their spreadsheet to Tekla PowerFab. Here's what I tell them.

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The Intangibles - Measuring ROI

Some things you simply can’t quantify, and that can drive me crazy!

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What's in it for me? ROI matters

Are MIS such as Tekla PowerFab worth it? In this series of articles, we cover some items that give the most significant return on investment in your purchase of Tekla PowerFab

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Tips for using tablets in the shop part 2

Ricky Horton gives more practical hints and tips for steel fabricators on how to take tablets in use in the shop. The previous blog was about the costs and here he lists the three main benefits.

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Tips for using tablets in the shop

Ricky Horton gives practical hints and tips for steel fabricators on how to take tablets in use in the shop to replace printed drawings. What are the costs and benefits? How to get employees motivated

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Three Methods for Fostering Communication with the Client

The lack of communication often ruins relationships with the customer. How can the fabricator create confidence and trust by open and proactive communication with the client?

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