Glossary
Term | Definition |
|---|---|
CAD |
computer aided design |
Cost estimation |
the process of working out how much to charge for an installation project |
Direct labour |
on-site workers involved in the actual installation |
Downtime |
period of time when the team is getting paid but not working productively |
Floor covering plan |
proportional sketch or scale drawing, plus installation details for the floor layer |
GST |
Goods and services tax |
Indirect labour |
work done by the support staff who are not directly involved in the installation |
Overheads |
running costs of the business, not including cost of materials and on-site labour |
Proportional sketch |
drawing produced on-site of the installation area while the measure-up is being undertaken |
Quotation |
formal offer to carry out a particular job for a specified price |
Scale drawing |
a formal version of the proportional sketch, produced back at the office |
Work plan |
internal company document specifying how a job will be carried out |