Microsoft Project

What differentiates Microsoft Project from other similar products?

what differs this from a smaller app such as paymo, is that it ables you to estimate resource costs and material cost separately. is the best because it provides a full financial picture of the project. It’s how you spend your money, not just your time. i haven’t seen another tool that tracks project finances as thoroughly as this one. it's quite an all-encompassing business tool.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

i'm a fan of the way it shows the critical path. it calls out the tasks that need to be completed on time to keep the entire project from being delayed. this is a way to keep my eyes on the things that matters most. the custom filters are also quite powerful. i can quickly locate any task related to a resource or priority. once you come to know the ins and outs of how it works, the system feels very free-form and flexible. i also love how it works with different calendar types like for those that work weekends or other shifts. it is very customizable.

What do you dislike most about this product?

it is very frustrating when software that takes with hours recalculates the entire schedule when you've made a tiny tweak. it can be like a black box at times and you have to look into the settings for why a date changed.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

this is a premium tool made for premium projects. it’s a great fit for anyone who must manage lots of money and a complicated schedule. i recommend it to senior project managers that want full control over their data and team.

What differentiates Microsoft Project from other similar products?

what distinguishes this is the richness of its management. it is better because it factors in more than just the name on a task; it considers their availability, their skill set and their cost. vs tools like asana it provides a much clearer insight into if your plan is even viable. it’s a tool for enabling you to handle the realities of out there in order to actually succeed with your projects.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

i really love how professional the gantt charts themselves look and the flexibility to tailor them for different audiences. the built-in templates are quite good as well and provide a excellent starting point for many common types of projects. i love how it works within power bi for even more advanced data visualization and reporting. it's one of the most mature and well thought out systems I've used, that can handle just about anything you want to throw at it. it is very impressive software.

What do you dislike most about this product?

it can be a little bit slow to pick up all of that info on the instructor side. /users may ironically find if they arent using it on a regular basis that they can forget how to do certain things. it’s a medium you definitely need to keep using regularly to stay on top of it and get the most out of.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

this is a book that everyone who is trying to manage with scarce resources needs. it gives you the information necessary to make intelligent decisions and keep things moving forward. i’d recommend it to anyone who wants a powerful, stable system for use in their everyday work.

What differentiates Microsoft Project from other similar products?

it stands apart from other launches by addressing the issue of time and work. it's best because it figures 'work' (related to effort) based on time and resource units, an essential concept that many more elementary tools lack. trello is a little more loosey goosey! ha really helps me stay on budget compared to trello though, for sure. it’s created for folks who are accountable for a project and must have data to prove their progress.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

it is great to be able to control multiple projects in one view. i can see the way our resources are being utilized across the whole company, which helps us prevent burnout. the custom tables and views are also fantastic because i can easily create a workspace that shows me just what i need for my role. the reporting is very professional looking and the charts are easy to relate to our clients. it seems like an extremely well made product.

What do you dislike most about this product?

it’s not very welcoming to people who just want to easily get a few tasks in. the system is a challenge to set up and it cannot be effective without entering a significant amount of data. the mobile app is also very limited, and we can only do a little more than merely check the schedule.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

the best option for any company that requires a formal and well organized approach to managing projects. it offers the depth and precision required to do more complex work.” i recommend it to any project leads who need to know they're being realistic and can produce what's expected.