History & Philosophy
Foundation Software’s Beginnings
Fred Ode founded Foundation Software in 1985 with a single goal: to build a company that would become a trusted household name in construction accounting. Foundation’s flagship product, The Foundation Accounting System, later renamed to FOUNDATION®, was originally the only product offered. But as time went on, industry trends shifted, and clients began asking for more solutions.
Foundation, always looking to meet the demands of users, released Payroll4Construction — a construction payroll service — as an integrated sister product. Thus, the portfolio began to grow.
After Fred’s retirement in 2020, Mike Ode assumed the role of CEO. He had two main objectives: maintain excellent customer support and provide as many software and services as possible so clients could keep their construction management under one roof.
Under Mike’s guiding principles, Foundation greatly expanded and transformed.
The product line now includes everything from job cost accounting, mobile time tracking, HR management & payroll services to estimating and takeoff, safety management and project management.
After decades of investment and innovation, we're proud to say that Foundation Software, a company that started off with just one accounting solution, can now help you manage your construction jobs from start to finish.
Our Philosophy
For decades, Foundation Software has been committed to providing construction companies with the best-in-class tools they need to operate efficiently and profitably.
Our devotion to being a partner in our client’s success motivates us to develop new products, enhance our current software and build interconnecting integrations.
We’re constantly investing in our software and our people to ensure we never lose pace with technology or standards.
Even with thousands of current construction clients spanning across all 50 states and beyond, we’re working every day to remain a trusted name in the commercial industry.
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