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## Welcome to our blog

[Cost control](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/cost-control)

[Processes](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/processes)

[Software implementation](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/software-implementation)

[Spreadsheets](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/spreadsheets)

[Maximise Profit](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/maximise-profit)

[Project commercials](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/project-commercials)

[Systems](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/systems)

[Value Engineering](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/value-engineering)

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## [Eque2 acquires Chalkstring](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/eque2-acquires-chalkstring)

[Cost control](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/cost-control) 

Jun 23, 2026 7:58:01 AM

Eque2, a leading provider of construction-specific ERP, commercial management and estimating software, today announced the acquisition of Chalkstring, a fast-growing innovator in..

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## [How to choose the right construction software for your specialist contracting business](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-construction-software-for-your-specialist-contracting-business-without-overcomplicating-it)

[Software implementation](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/software-implementation) 

Apr 7, 2026 5:19:54 PM

Choosing new software should be straightforward. In reality, it rarely is.

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## [Value Engineering: The key to competitive tendering](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/the-key-to-competitive-tendering)

[Spreadsheets](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/spreadsheets) [Maximise profit](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/maximise-profit) [Value engineering](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/tag/value-engineering) 

Jul 25, 2024 8:05:36 PM

The challenge One of the biggest headaches specialist contractors in construction face is pricing projects competitively, under tight deadlines. Even on modestly sized projects, a..

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## [Chalkstring expands into Malaysia](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/chalkstring-expands-into-malaysia)

Jun 27, 2024 4:43:00 PM

Chalkstring is excited to announce its expansion into Malaysia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey. The opening of a new office in Kuala Lumpur..

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## [A new leader for Chalkstring](https://www.chalkstring.com/blog/sarahcrawfordtakesoverasmd)

Jun 11, 2024 10:56:40 AM

Chalkstring is delighted to announce Sarah Crawford as our new Managing Director. With her extensive experience and dedication, Sarah has played a pivotal role in shaping..

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