What do you consider to be the best project management program out there?
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Most people use Msft Project. There might be better but I have worked with many companies and this is what they tend to use everywhere.
MS Project is heavy-duty project
To add to Reed's comment, PIEmatrix is great for process focused projects where best practices and good standards are important for getting the work done right.
Primavera is another good project management solution commonly used in the construction industry.
Mind Tools has a very robust suite of solutions - one being an awesome project management tool that provides all of the elements and reports that a good PM needs in his/her toolbox. And it integrates with Microsoft project. Check it out with a free trial. Www.mindtools.com
My mistake - I listed the tool name incorrectly. It is MindView 4.0.
Frankly I think that the MS Projects, etc. of the world are way to complicated and do not lend themselves to engaging the entire team, while offerings like Base Camp are not enough. I have been using SmartSheet. Check them out at www.smartsheet.com.
NetSuite’s OpenAir project management software is a great tool that enables project managers and team members to collaborate on projects and maintain current and accurate project status at all times, allowing managers to proactively identify and resolve potential threats to the success of each and every engagement.
I would agree with Kevin. OpenAir is a nice product and it's ability to manage your bench and highlight what talent on your staff is the best fit for a project is ideal for today's tasks.
Many Project management tools only manage the projects. All too often we find companies lacking the ability to track over assignment of hours to staff. - Projects won't stay on schedule if everyone's booked 80hrs a week. OpenAir helps fill that gap.
Best,
Marcel Matte
Every organization has a different set of objectives and management styles. Thus, the expectations regarding the kind of features project management software should include vary with every organization and sometimes across teams within the same enterprise. Project managers need to define the kind of functionalities they deem necessary that should be a part of any project management software. The most commonly-demanded functions include any single, combination, or all of the following functions that are performed by project management software. The best project management software can be found on software recommendation platforms.