Master Settings Overview: The video explains the M1 (Master) settings, which are global configurations applied across all project sheets. These settings streamline workflows by requiring a one-time setup, which then propagates to all related projects.
Customization Options: Includes adding logos, setting company names, selecting units of measurement (e.g., square feet or meters), and currency symbols. Changes automatically apply across all linked sheets.
Development Spread Settings: Explains the metric for development spread, which can be represented in either basis points or percentages, depending on regional standards.
Editable and Non-Editable Cells:
Blue Cells: Require user input.
Orange Cells: Editable but contain formulas.
Red Cells: Non-editable and linked to core formulas (e.g., cost centers).
Dynamic Updates: Adjustments like date selections dynamically update project timelines and associated sheets.
Stage-Based Cost Allocation: Users can categorize costs by project stages, such as land acquisition, planning, and construction, for a clear breakdown of financial requirements.
Insights Based on Numbers
Tax Percentages: Regions like Australia (10%), New Zealand (15%), and South Africa have specific GST percentages, emphasizing the importance of configuring these settings per region.
Units of Measurement: Flexibility in choosing between square feet or meters enhances adaptability for global users.
Currency Symbols: Customization ensures accurate representation in financial cells, streamlining project reporting.