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XER Release

Introducing XER Schedule Toolkit 1.6: A Faster, Smarter Project Management Experience

We are excited to be launching the first phase of our newly modernised project management experience, XER Schedule Toolkit 1.6. This new update has been designed to make your life easier, with faster, cleaner, and more intuitive ways to organise and navigate your projects from the moment you log in. Built with usability and efficiency "Introducing XER Schedule Toolkit 1.6: A Faster, Smarter Project Management Experience"...

16 Jan 2026 3 min read

XER Release

XER 1.5: Improving the little things that matter most

This release centres on quality-of-life enhancements, delivering a collection of long-requested improvements that will streamline everyday workflows and reduce friction across the system. While each change is small on its own, together they represent meaningful steps toward a smoother and more intuitive user experience. Project Filters Users managing large numbers of projects have often found "XER 1.5: Improving the little things that matter most"...

17 Dec 2025 2 min read

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Project Controls Expo marks strong launch for XER Schedule Toolkit 1.4

Three representatives from XER Schedule Toolkit attended the Project Controls Expo at Wembley Stadium at the beginning of November, where they showcased the tool to over 2,000 delegates across a range of sectors. The event, attended by the team for the second consecutive year, was a valuable opportunity to discuss the project-controls challenges that many "Project Controls Expo marks strong launch for XER Schedule Toolkit 1.4"...

9 Dec 2025 2 min read

XER Release

XER Schedule Toolkit 1.4 marks the beginning of a new chapter for the platform

XER Schedule Toolkit 1.4 marks the beginning of a new chapter for the platform, one focused on smarter workflows, stronger reporting, and a cleaner, more modern experience This release introduces an optional new interface, giving you an early look at what will become the face and user experience of XER Schedule Toolkit 2.0. As we "XER Schedule Toolkit 1.4 marks the beginning of a new chapter for the platform"...

28 Oct 2025 4 min read

Chris Grosvenor and Matthew Tomlinson delivering a presentation about the XER Schedule Toolkit to staff at network rail

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XER Schedule Toolkit collaborates with Network Rail to reshape project management

A leading software provider in the project controls sector has joined forces with Network Rail to transform scheduling management. XER Schedule Toolkit is working closely with Network Rail’s Eastern Routes Capital Programmes Team to fundamentally reshape how schedules are managed, reviewed, and shared across the organisation. The all-in-one toolkit is the industry leading planning software "XER Schedule Toolkit collaborates with Network Rail to reshape project management"...

5 Aug 2025 5 min read

XER Release

XER Schedule Toolkit 1.3 Is Here – You Asked, We Delivered

At XER Schedule Toolkit, we continue to improve our product based on your feedback and that’s why release 1.3 is all about one thing – you! Every improvement in this release is a direct result of your feedback. You told us what could be better, and we went to work. Now, we’re excited to share "XER Schedule Toolkit 1.3 Is Here – You Asked, We Delivered"...

1 Aug 2025 5 min read

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The High Stakes of Early Schedule Approval in Construction Projects

In major construction and infrastructure projects, early baseline schedule approval isn’t just a formality – it’s critical for successful delivery. A signed-off programme provides a shared roadmap for progress tracking, delay analysis, and risk management. When schedules are approved early, projects are more likely to stay on time, within budget, and free of unnecessary disputes. "The High Stakes of Early Schedule Approval in Construction Projects"...

7 Jul 2025 2 min read

Chris Grsvenor and Tolis Chatzisymeon stood out front of the Spencer Group building, at the sign on the front with a plaque that states XER Schedule Toolkit with the link for the site below it

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Leading project planning software providers join forces to enhance client offering

Leading software providers in the construction technology and project planning sectors, XER Schedule Toolkit and Nomitech, have joined forces to offer clients enhanced planning and control capabilities. XER Schedule Toolkit has partnered with the leading innovator in cost estimating, Nomitech, to provide best-in-class tools that support the entire estimating and project management lifecycle. The two "Leading project planning software providers join forces to enhance client offering"...

17 Jun 2025 3 min read

XER Release

XER Schedule Toolkit 1.2 Is Here — You Asked, We Delivered

XER Toolkit 1.2 Is Here — You Asked, We Delivered At XER Schedule Toolkit, we’ve always believed that powerful tools shouldn’t feel complicated. Managing schedules should be smooth, intuitive, and fast — because your time is too valuable to spend wrestling with clunky software. That’s why Release 1.2 is all about one thing – you! "XER Schedule Toolkit 1.2 Is Here — You Asked, We Delivered"...

21 May 2025 5 min read