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Constant Formulas Now Preserved in DESTINI Estimator

 Overview

DESTINI Estimator now preserves constant formulas (formulas without variables) exactly as you entered them, rather than automatically collapsing them into a single calculated value. This gives you greater transparency into how your quantities and costs are derived, making it easier to verify and audit your estimates.

What Changed

Previously, when you entered a formula that contained only constants — such as 4 + 4 — the system would automatically collapse it to its result (8). While mathematically equivalent, this made it difficult to understand the intent behind a value or verify that quantities were calculated correctly.

With this update, constant formulas are now retained throughout the estimate. For example, 4 + 4 will remain displayed as 4 + 4 rather than being flattened to 8.

Where You'll See Formulas

Cost Item View (CIV)
The following fields in the CIV will display your constant formulas:

  • Quantity — click into the field to view the formula
  • Labor Cost
  • Material Cost
  • Equipment Cost
  • Sub Cost
  • Other Cost

Estimate Grid

  • The Formula column displays constant formulas directly.
  • The Labor Cost, Material Cost, Equipment Cost, Sub Cost, and Other Cost columns display the calculated value by default. Click into any of these fields to see the underlying formula.

Formula Editor
Opening a formula editor dialog will now show the full constant formula.

What This Means for You

  • Better auditability — You can always see exactly how a value was derived, even when a formula doesn't reference any variables.
  • No unexpected quantity changes — Formulas are preserved as-is, eliminating scenarios where flattening could inadvertently alter quantities.
  • Consistent behavior — Whether you enter formulas in the estimate grid or the CIV, the formula is retained.

This is part of Legacy Estimator Release 2026 0.0.4