Getting Started with Estimating on CUBE

We’re excited to welcome you to CUBE, the platform designed to transform your estimating and engineering workflows. With powerful tools, intuitive features, and automation at your fingertips, CUBE is here to help you work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

To ensure you get the most out of your experience, we’ve prepared a step-by-step guide to help you get started. By following this guide, you’ll be using the platform and gaining efficiency in no time. Let’s begin this journey to elevate your estimating and engineering processes to the next level!

Step 1: Initial Setup

Account Confirmation and Onboarding

To confirm your account and access CUBE, start by locating the account creation email in your inbox. Click on the "Verify Email" link within the email to validate your account, which will open a new window confirming successful validation. Then, click "Go to Login" and enter your email along with the credentials provided in a separate email. After logging in, you’ll be prompted to review and accept the terms and conditions. Once accepted, you will gain access to CUBE. From there, proceed to review the rest of the onboarding guide and complete the straightforward steps to finalize the process.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creating Users

In this webinar, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide on creating and managing users within the Cube platform. You’ll learn step-by-step how to navigate the User Management module, register new users, and assign them to specific employees or subcontractors. By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to efficiently manage user profiles, streamline team assignments, and maintain an organized database within Cube. This webinar is perfect for administrators looking to optimize their user management processes.

Connect CUBE with Alps Controls for Instant Access to Parts

This training video demonstrates the fastest and most efficient method to add new parts to CUBE by integrating your account with Alps Controls. With access to thousands of parts from nearly every manufacturer worldwide, this integration streamlines your workflow. The process begins by requesting a connection token from your Alps Controls account manager. Once you receive the token, simply navigate to the Vendor module in CUBE, locate Alps Controls, and input the token in the designated section to complete the synchronization. If you're not yet an Alps customer, the video also provides guidance on quickly registering your company through the Alps website. A link to the registration page is included in the video description for your convenience.

Step 2: Start Estimating

Create your First Estimate

Welcome to CUBE Estimating and Engineering! We’re excited to partner with you on your journey to success, helping you unlock the full potential of the platform. To get started, we encourage you to create your first estimate by following the step-by-step instructions provided. This exercise is designed to familiarize you with the correct workflow and ease any concerns about adopting a new system. While this is a quick overview, you’ll find comprehensive training videos within CUBE for deeper insights into each feature. Let’s begin your path to greater efficiency and productivity!

What is included in your account!

CUBE ensures you’re ready to estimate from day one with pre-configured accounts featuring industry-leading parts, transparent pricing through Alps Controls, and tools for seamless system design. Key features include accurate wiring and labor cost calculations, NEC-compliant conduit sizing, and pre-designed electrical kits. With flexible manufacturer options and a library of components, CUBE simplifies estimating and boosts efficiency.

Step 3: Training and Familiarization

The next step is to start getting familiar with CUBE. Click on this button to access the most relevant videos.

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Thank You!

We hope this step-by-step guide has been helpful as you get started with CUBE! Your feedback is invaluable in driving our innovation, and we’d greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your thoughts by completing a quick survey. Thank you for helping us improve!