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About Fred Dyste

Qfactor founder, Frederick Dyste has over 40 years of experience working with startups and early stage companies. He is able to respond to the particular needs of a diversity of companies because, over the course of his professional life, he has been involved in an array of ventures, products, and services. This gives him a broad perspective on a variety of industries and an ability to identify market niches, product needs, and implementation strategies. He can also multi-task in finance, operations, and sales & marketing.

When (and How) to Include “Exclusions” in Proposals

In my last post, I described how to set clear expectations in the scope of services section of your proposal. Expectations can be further clarified in the "exclusions" portion, in which you describe to your client what you aren'tgoing to do. Sounds a little weird in a proposal, right? However, exclusions are just another

By |2026-05-05T22:05:30-07:00March 15th, 2019|Customer Service, Proposal Builder, Qfactor for Surveyors, Uncategorized|Comments Off on When (and How) to Include “Exclusions” in Proposals

What Is a Deliverable?

In my last blog, I wrote about the importance of setting the scope of a project. This week, I'd like to focus on what "deliverables" are, why to include them in any proposal, and the importance of being specific when defining them. By being clear and upfront about what deliverables you can offer, your

By |2026-05-05T22:05:29-07:00April 1st, 2019|Business Growth, Customer Service, Proposal Builder, Qfactor for Surveyors|Comments Off on What Is a Deliverable?

Qfactor Crew Scheduling: Optimize Your Surveying Operations

Honey, where are our crews?* *For the mom & pop shops Qfactor Crew Scheduling: Optimize Your Surveying Operations Streamline your crew and asset management with Qfactor's intuitive Crew Scheduling feature. Designed specifically for surveying businesses, this powerful tool empowers you to: Effortlessly Schedule Crews: Easily drag and drop projects onto your calendar, assigning crews

By |2026-05-05T14:02:55-07:00January 19th, 2026|Crew Calendar, Crew Scheduling, Field Crew Scheduling, No Double Booking, Qfactor for Surveyors|Comments Off on Qfactor Crew Scheduling: Optimize Your Surveying Operations

Still Using Paper for Time Entry? Excel?

Is it Saturday? Are you once again trying to update payroll and projects? Would you like your Saturdays back? Time Tracking Made Simple Time entry mistakes cost businesses millions, especially in industries like land surveying that require tracking billable hours for multiple clients. If you are relying on paper time cards, Excel spreadsheets, or

By |2026-05-05T14:02:55-07:00June 12th, 2025|eBillity, Profitability, Qfactor for Surveyors, Quickbooks Time, Time Entry, Time Tracking, TSheets|Comments Off on Still Using Paper for Time Entry? Excel?

Are You Undervaluing Your Land Surveying Services?

Land surveying technology has vastly improved since George Washington first dragged a chain across Mount Vernon. GPS, CORS, VRS, and now drones have made taking measurements more accurate and efficient. As you adopt greater efficiencies, it makes sense to pass along savings to your clients so you can remain competitive and not be outbid.

By |2026-05-05T14:02:56-07:00May 27th, 2025|Marketing Tips, Profitability, Proposal Builder, Qfactor for Surveyors, Software|Comments Off on Are You Undervaluing Your Land Surveying Services?

Stay Competitive Through Real Estate Partnerships

Fluctuations in the housing market over the past decade have created tough conditions for land surveyors, and staying competitive in a challenging market requires new approaches to marketing your services. One way to make the most of your time and resources is to look for strategic partnerships with local real estate companies. Why Should

By |2026-05-05T14:02:57-07:00January 12th, 2020|Business Growth, Marketing Tips, Productivity, Qfactor for Surveyors|Comments Off on Stay Competitive Through Real Estate Partnerships
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