Why Smartspec
We want to make comparing platforms as easy as possible, so here’s what makes Smartspec different.
An approach that makes sense
The biggest difference between Smartspec and other spec writing tools is the approach. Using conditional logic, we simplify the selection process and only provide information that’s relevant to your project’s conditions. This delivers succinct, accurate, project-specific specs without the extensive editing required with traditional processes.
Less risk and better for councils
Risk is a huge consideration for everyone in our industry, and we have your back. Specs are written by architectural practitioners, are frequently updated, and include the vital information councils and contractors need. There’s no software to install, so you can be guaranteed you’re always working off the latest version and information is SSL encrypted.
Faster and easier spec writing
With an intuitive approach and clever features, writing specs with Smartspec is quick and easy. In fact, our subscribers have reported up to 60%-time savings writing specifications with Smartspec compared with other systems.
Flexible pricing
We know businesses can change and evolve so we have packages to suit everyone. With flexible pay-as-you-go, monthly, and annual plans, Smartspec is a risk-free option for any size business.
Loads of smart features
An easy-to-use platform doesn’t mean less bells and whistles. Along with thousands of specs, you’ll find two-way keynoting, templating and duplicate features, auto updates, easy editing with branding flexibility, and you can integrate all the BRANZ and Standards NZ documents you need.
Better support
We’re known for our support and solid manufacturer relationships. Whether it’s product or technical support you need, at Smartspec you’ll find a friendly, locally based team.
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What Smartspec users are saying
Bryce Monk
Director, Threefold Architecture Ltd.
Adam Kennedy
define ARCHITECTURE
Josh Edwards
Project Manager, Choice Design
Alice Andersen
Sole Practitioner
Matthew Kinsey
Stephenson & Turner
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Smartspec helps us present complicated specifications in a simple and clean format. Technical information is thoroughly written and always up to date with current standards. The additive nature keeps the specifications to an appropriate length and still ensure that nothing is missed. The best part is that we create consistent and accurate product specifications, no matter which team member is preparing the specification.
define ARCHITECTURE has been using Smartspec for many years now for our building consent specification writing. Not only does it save time over writing specifications from a blank page, the ability to import specifications from a huge range of manufacturers ensures that our product choices are named in the specifications. This is massively important when dealing with councils.
Smartspec’s approach makes so much sense. You only enter information that’s relevant to your project’s conditions, and the compliance information is always up to date. That means less risk for us, and the consenting process is much faster and easier. We have also cut our specification compiling/writing time by 70-80%. What used to be a good couple of hours is now a 20-30min process.
Smartspec is so easy to use, I find it better than any system I have previously used, and the support is fantastic.
I highly rate Smartspec, it offers a clear and simple approach ensuring the right product is specified for the right situation.
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What Smartspec users are saying
Patrick Bowden
Architectural Designer, Performance Architecture
Smartspec helps us present complicated specifications in a simple and clean format. Technical information is thoroughly written and always up to date with current standards. The additive nature keeps the specifications to an appropriate length and still ensure that nothing is missed. The best part is that we create consistent and accurate product specifications, no matter which team member is preparing the specification.
Bryce Monk
Director, Threefold Architecture Ltd.
define ARCHITECTURE has been using Smartspec for many years now for our building consent specification writing. Not only does it save time over writing specifications from a blank page, the ability to import specifications from a huge range of manufacturers ensures that our product choices are named in the specifications. This is massively important when dealing with councils.
Adam Kennedy
define ARCHITECTURE
Smartspec’s approach makes so much sense. You only enter information that’s relevant to your project’s conditions, and the compliance information is always up to date. That means less risk for us, and the consenting process is much faster and easier. We have also cut our specification compiling/writing time by 70-80%. What used to be a good couple of hours is now a 20-30min process.
Josh Edwards
Project Manager, Choice Design
Smartspec is so easy to use, I find it better than any system I have previously used, and the support is fantastic.
Alice Andersen
Sole Practitioner
More reasons to love Smartspec
Use your favorite browser
Accessible from any device, anytime, anywhere from your favourite browser – no downloads or upgrades required.
Convenient for the whole team
Built in the cloud, your team can collaborate on project specifications at any time.
Standards New Zealand access
You can view and download 600+ standards from within Smartspec via the Standards New Zealand online library.
Automated clause numbering
Smartspec dynamically handles both the clause and page numbering, while keeping your table of contents updated.
Flexible text editor
Use the simple text editor within Smartspec to add bold, italic, underline, and strike-through text.
Support from manufacturers
Optionally and automatically inform the manufacturer when you have specified their product for faster support.
Flexible PDF downloads
Easily download your specifications as a PDF, with or without the Appendix, or zip large projects to send externally.
White-label content settings
Easily control the style and brand on your specification including content displayed in the header, footer, cover page and fonts.
Easy reference on site
Smartspec incorporates a simple trade-based index (based on NZS4202) meaning that each trade and sub-trade can easily refer to the section that pertains to them.