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CMiC (Computer Methods international Corp.) is a software provider for the architectural, engineering and construction industry. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, CMiC has been providing software solutions for over 34 years and has some of the largest general contractors in North America as clients, according to ENR Magazine. [1]

[edit] History

Computer Methods international Corp. was founded in 1974 to conduct software research and development, primarily for IBM computers[2]. Since then CMiC has provided software solutions to primarily the project and financial management industries such as construction and engineering.

In 1978 CMiC developed and offered software solutions specific to the construction industry on the IBM System 5100 series and later migrated to the System 23, 36 and 38 platforms. In the mid-1980's, CMiC developed construction specific software solutions on a PC-networked environment utilizing Business Basic software[3].

Since early 1988, CMiC has applied all available resources and manpower in the research and development of our ORACLE® [4]based software for the construction and engineering industries. The Oracle based product was developed from the ground up utilizing the best techniques available in relational database model design and did not use any legacy code or file structures from any previous product ever developed. The technology deployed was and still is 100% native Oracle, utilizing the Oracle development environment for the application code and the Oracle RDBMS for the database.

Beginning in 1994, CMiC embarked on a massive project to convert the entire product to client/server operating under a Windows GUI environment. In 1995, the software was renamed as mPOWER and became the first construction specific product to be released in a client/server configuration on a relational platform. In 1997, mPOWER Software was release on a 32-bit platform providing additional stability to the software. Remote access to mPOWER was delivered through a Citrix[5]or Terminal Server[6] configuration.

In the fall of 2000, CMiC released its totally Web-based version of mPOWER, which enabled any user to operate the software solely through an Internet browser. In 2002, CMiC released the CMiC Self Service that served as the gateway to the entire corporate activity across the organization.

2003 was the start of CMiC’s new vision. CMiC was restructured for growth, all products were rebranded under the name CMiC, and a new look was presented to the industry. In 2004, a stand alone Project Management Solution, called CMiC Project Managment, was released along with a Colloboration application called CMiC Collaboration Manager. CMiC Integration, which contains CMiC Imaging and Workflow, was released soon after.

In 2005, 2006 and 2007 CMiC was recognized by Constructech Magazine as one of the Hottest Companies in construction technology industry. [7]In 2007 CMiC was recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies.[8]

[edit] Company Structure

CMiC is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, near York University [9]. CMiC performs all programming, research, development and support at this location. CMiC also has an office in Denver, Colorado, that is primarily used for sales.

Chairman and Founder: Allen Berg

President: Gord Rawlins

CFO: Franklin Cockshutt

Vice President, Sales and Business Development: Jeff Weiss

Vice President, Solutions and Marketing: Bassem Hamdy

[edit] Notable Clients

Turner Construction:[10] A client of CMiC since 1996, Turner ranks first or second in major segments of the construction industry with construction volume of $8.6 billion in 2006. Turner maintains a nationwide network of offices and a staff of more than 5,700 employees, performing work on over 1,600 projects each year. Turner's nationwide presence offers clients the accessibility and support of a local firm with the strength, stability and resources of a national corporation.

Power Construction:[11] A CMiC client since 1995, Power Construction is one of the largest, management-owned companies based in the Chicago area. Formed in 1926, Power has opted not to dilute their focus by diversifying to other locations and as a consequence Power can easily take a leadership role in each project. With revenues of over $500 million and about 500 employees, Power is one ENR’s Top 200 Contractors. Power won third place in the 2007 CMiC Innovation Awards.

Cianbro[12]: One of the East Coast's largest construction and construction services companies, Cianbro implemented CMiC in 1999. Ranked in the Top 200 of ENR’s Top 400 Contractors, Cianbro focuses on civil and heavy industrial construction and construction services and has gross annual sales in excess of $300 million with over 2,000 team members. Cianbro is recognized nationally for its safety and wellness programs.

DPR:[13] Ranked in the Top 50 general contractors in the United States for the last 10 years, DPR Construction is a national commercial general contractor and construction manager. A client of CMiC since 1999 and based in California, DPR provides a higher level of quality services on projects of all sizes and complexities.

The Walsh Group[14]: One of the largest contractors in the United States, The Walsh Group is a 108-year old, family owned business in its third generation of leadership providing general contracting, construction management and design-build services. The Chicago-based company maintains a national presence within the industry through twelve regional offices. The Walsh Group provides services through the operations of two subsidiaries: Walsh Construction and Archer Western Contractors. The Walsh Group is listed as the nation’s 18th largest contractor in ENR’s Top 400 and became a CMiC client in 2007.

DeSilva Gates Construction[15]: With its headquarters in Dublin, California, DeSilva Gates Construction specializes in heavy highway and civil engineering construction services for both public and private clients, who include many of the major commercial, industrial and residential development organizations as well as virtually all of the local city, county and state contracting agencies. A Heavy Highway client, DeSilva Gates is unique among CMiC users and went live in 2006.

Medco Construction[16] Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Medco Construction is unique among CMiC clients because of its relationship with its parent company, Baylor Health Care System. Medco specializes in building health care facilities for Baylor, including complicated interior renovations while keeping hospital Emergency Rooms open. Medco became a CMiC client in 1999.

Gerald H. Phipps[17]: Gerald H. Phipps, based in Denver, Colorado, has placed in ENR’s Top 400 list since 1985 and is one of Colorado’s largest contractors. Founded in 1952, Phipps specializes in healthcare, advanced technologies, office buildings, education and advanced technologies. Phipps implemented CMiC in 2001.

Govan+Brown and Associates[18]: Govan+Brown and Associates, based in Toronto, Ontario, specializes in interiors and notable projects have included The Federal Court of Canada and the flagship Adidas store. Smaller than other CMiC clients, GBA chose CMiC in 2005 and have used it as a competitive advantage to support GBA’s impressive growth.

Messer Construction Company[19]: Messer Construction Company ranks in the Top 100 Contractors and performs an array of projects, including healthcare, educational, laboratories, industrial and non-profit. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio and covering the Midwest, Messer has revenues over $700 million and 1,000 employees and is an industry-leader in employing technological solutions and lean construction. Messer implemented CMiC in 2003. Messer won 1st place in the 2007 CMiC Innovation Awards.

Lemay & Associates[20]: Lemay & Associates is one of Quebec’s largest architectural firms and an industry leader that provides integrated services in the architectural and interior design, real estate strategies and sustainable design. Lemay implemented CMiC in 2004.

The Neenan Company[21]: The Neenan Company, headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo., designs and constructs commercial buildings with a client-focused approach and integration of all design and construction services in Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Texas and Georgia. Neenan’s unique approach to design and construction is called Archistruction® and it entwines design, functionality and budget to create cost-effective solutions that meet a broad cross-section of client goals. Neenan joined the CMiC user community in 2003.

Wachter[22]: Wachter, based in Lenexa, Kansas, is a specialty contractor that provides electrical construction and network services. Ranked in the Top 200 of ENR’s Specialty Contractors list, Wachter works with owners, architects, engineers and general contractors to complete successful design/build projects. Wachter, one of the first Specialty Contractors for CMiC, implemented in 2005.

The Beck Group[23]: Beck was founded as a general contractor in Houston in 1912. It opened its Dallas office in 1924, and has since developed into a full-service builder of international renown. Beck’s services include architecture, interior design and construction, real estate development, financial structuring and consulting, preconstruction, renovation, construction management, general contracting and program management. Beck chose CMiC in 2004. Beck took second place in the 2007 CMiC Innovation Awards.

Chatham-Kent[24]: The Municipality of Chatham-Kent was formed by provincial order in 1997 and came into being on January 1, 1998. The new entity replaced 23 municipalities, 13 Public Utility Commissions, and five police services in the former City of Chatham and County of Kent. The Municipality of Chatham-Kent implemented CMiC Enterprise to help with the amalgamation of diverse systems and to handle its complex payroll requirements. Other governments and government agencies that use CMiC include the Town of Whitby, Whitby Hydro, Cambridge and Cambridge Hydro, Cornwall, Milton and Halton Hills.

Jacques Whitford[25]: Jacques Whitford, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of North America’s fastest growing multi-disciplinary firms of consulting engineers and environmental scientists. With firms across North America, Jacques Whitford is one of CMiC’s leading clients in the engineering sector and became a client in 2004.

The Layton Companies[26]: The Layton Companies of Sandy, Utah, is a full service construction firm offering high-quality professional services including construction management, general contracting, design-build and full turn-key construction through four wholly owned subsidiaries. Layton’s more than 50-years experience encompasses a wide range of project types, sizes and complexities and it is ranked in the Top 100 of ENR’s Top 400 Contractors. Layton has been a client of CMiC since 2001.

S.M. Wilson & CO.[27]: S.M. Wilson & Co. is a St. Louis-based general contractor and construction manager that specializes in healthcare, education, retail, office, and senior care living projects. With a range of operations covering 13 states, S.M. Wilson ranks in the top 150 General Contractors and has over 250 employees. S.M. Wilson went live with CMiC in 2006.

Austin Industries[28]: Ranked in the Top 50, Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction. Austin also provides in-plant maintenance and capital construction services to the refining and petrochemical industries. Austin has 6,000 employees and focuses mostly on the southern part of the United States. Austin implemented CMiC in 2003.

Hunter Roberts Construction Group[29]: Formed in 2005, Hunter Roberts Construction Group delivers a broad range of construction management services. Based in New York, Hunter Roberts ranks in the Top 250 of ENR’s Top 400 list and services the Eastern and Mid-Atlantic states. HRCG implemented CMiC in 2005.

External Links

CMiC's corporate website[30]