Mid-City Excavating

Professionalism, Safety, and Success in Alberta’s Excavation Industry

‍Founded in 1980, Mid-City Excavating has grown into one of the leading excavation companies in the Edmonton area. Known for their commitment to teamwork, integrity, and performance, they specialize in a wide range of site-work and prime contracting services. As a privately owned, multi-million dollar company, Mid-City has built a reputation for professionalism, safety, and excellence across their projects.

The Strain of Rapid Growth During Alberta’s Oil Boom

‍Mid-City Excavating experienced significant growth during Alberta’s oil boom, tripling their revenue between 2006 and 2014. While this expansion was a testament to their success, it also created operational challenges. Project managers were overextended, relying on outdated spreadsheets to track progress billing. The lack of real-time data made it difficult for managers to assess job performance accurately, causing billing delays and complicating the work of the accounting department.

Choosing an Integrated ERP Solution for Real-Time Reporting

‍Recognizing the need for accurate, real-time information, Mid-City Excavating’s management team evaluated several ERP solutions. They chose Explorer Eclipse for its fully integrated system that didn’t require custom programming or tedious data imports and exports. Eclipse offered Mid-City the flexibility, power, and seamless integration they needed to streamline operations and generate the real-time reports critical to their growth.

From Project Management to Business Analytics: A Comprehensive ERP Solution

‍Mid-City implemented a range of Explorer Eclipse modules, including Job Costing, Payroll, General Ledger, and Inventory, as well as specialized modules like Hired Truck Payroll, Purchase Orders, and Service Management. The addition of Eclipse’s Business Analytics module has been particularly impactful, enabling Mid-City to create custom reports quickly and drill down into detailed data without requiring specialized knowledge.

Real-Time Insights Drive Profitability and Efficiency

‍Since implementing Eclipse ERP, Mid-City Excavating has achieved the following benefits:

• Improved Decision-Making: Managers can now access real-time reports, providing accurate insights into project performance and allowing for informed decisions.
• Increased Profitability: Eclipse’s real-time reporting has helped reduce billing errors and improved overall cash flow.
• Enhanced Reporting Efficiency: The Business Analytics module has streamlined reporting, allowing the company to view data at a glance and save time.
• ‍Proactive Billing: The accounting department can now proactively view job status in Eclipse, eliminating delays and improving billing accuracy.