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Cloud-Based Software, in the context of the construction industry, refers to software applications that are hosted on remote servers and accessible via the internet. Instead of being installed directly on your local hardware or computer, the software applications and data are stored and managed on servers in a remote data center. This means you can access them from any device, at any time, provided you have an internet connection. The use of cloud-based software in construction allows real-time sharing and collaboration on projects, efficient storage of large design files, automated scheduling, accurate cost estimation and improved resource management, thus enhancing efficiency and productivity.

Applied overhead, in the context of the construction industry, refers to the allocation of indirect costs incurred during the construction project. These costs can include utilities, rent, salaries of non-project staff, equipment depreciation, or insurance. These costs do not directly contribute to a specific project but rather the operation of the business as a whole. In construction, these costs are typically distributed to each job based on a formula that might involve labor costs, materials cost, or some other fair measure. Understanding applied overhead is integral to accurate job costing and ensuring a construction project's profitability. Managing and accurately tracking these expenses can mean the difference between a successful construction project and one that loses money. Hence, applied overhead is a crucial financial aspect of any construction project.

A debit, in the construction industry, refers to an entry which represents an increase in expenses or a decrease in income for the business. It could come from paying for labor, materials, overheads, or any other costs related to a construction project. It could also come from a decrease in revenue due to a project delay, change in project scope, or a decrease in clients' payment. An understanding of debits is pivotal in managing the financial aspects of construction because it affects cash flow and profitability. The term is part of the double-entry accounting system used widely across industries, including construction, where for every debit entry, there must be a corresponding credit entry. Therefore, properly tracking and categorizing debits is crucial in financial planning and management in construction.