Not Specified, 1-10 employees
More than a year
“does just about everything”
Pros
Known for performing nearly every project management function imaginable Microsoft Project may sometimes be considered overkill.
Cons
Confusion and difficulty in resource allocation may occur particularly when working with multiple teams and individuals within each team.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
8
Computer Games, 1-10 employees
Less than 6 months
“My Microsoft PPM Review”
Pros
Despite initial confusion Microsoft Project proves to be a powerful cloud service recommended for business owners organizing plans schedules and multiple projects.
Cons
No issues are raised against the app; it proves highly useful for business owners.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
3
Functionality
10
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than a year
“Microsoft Project”
Pros
Microsoft's project management software stands out for its user-friendliness and practicality proving beneficial for planning and scheduling projects.
Cons
No specific dislikes are expressed about the software.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
4
Construction, 11-50 employees
More than a year
“Microsoft Project”
Pros
Highly user-friendly Microsoft Project serves as a great tool for scheduling construction jobs providing clear visuals for clients.
Cons
Users express overall satisfaction without any reported complaints from Project Managers using the software.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
6
Functionality
3
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51-100 employees
More than a year
“Industry Standard for better or worse”
Pros
Widely adopted for project management training Microsoft Project offers useful features for organizing and managing projects over various durations.
Cons
Some alternatives may be more intuitive and suitable for quick-paced short-term projects as adjustments in MS Project can potentially disrupt schedules.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
6
Computer & Network Security, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Microsoft PowerPoint - By Abraham Chongkit”
Pros
The interface similarity with other MS Office products integration with Office 365 offline functionality and built-in templates make MS Project a user-friendly and feature-rich choice.
Cons
Adjusting to menus features and the interface may take time impacting initial user-friendliness. Affordability compatibility and mobility aspects raise considerations for potential users.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees
More than a year
“MS Project has you covered”
Pros
The layout of Microsoft Project's interface is well-liked providing an intuitive arrangement for effective task completion.
Cons
Limitations in supported formats for file saving can pose challenges when sharing files.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Government Administration, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Microsoft Project Tracker”
Pros
Appreciated for its ability to track Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) milestones dates and projected hours Microsoft Project is best utilized with a project server for enhanced collaboration and feedback sharing.
Cons
Initial experiences note a lack of user-friendliness; seeking assistance from a more experienced colleague with administrative permissions becomes necessary.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
6
Customer Support
3
Functionality
4
Higher Education, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
“Great for some but too complex for most / MS Project”
Pros
I appreciate Microsoft's unified product approach and the consistent familiarity of using MS products over the years.
Cons
While I appreciate the cohesion of MS products project software diverges from WORD or EXCEL demanding a fresh approach found in offerings from other companies.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
7
Functionality
10
Information Technology and Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Customer review of Microsoft PPM”
Pros
PPM is linked to the Project web app mainly used for project creation. It offers various features including the ability to create templates using PPM and incorporate necessary elements.
Cons
No specific observations about this software but it comes with various plans in Microsoft purchases.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
6
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Easy to use”
Pros
Microsoft Project stands out as excellent software. I like that each template includes brief descriptions making it easier to understand what needs to be done.
Cons
Microsoft Project proves to be great software causing no problems thus far and working effectively.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
7
Functionality
10
Civil Engineering, 101-500 employees
More than a year
“Gaining up the headstart”
Pros
Copy-paste functions effectively facilitating the establishment of a common work approach and template creation.
Cons
Extended projects limit using the same file format and program version posing issues with saving in newer file formats.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
3
Marketing and Advertising, 500+ employees
More than a year
“MS Project”
Pros
Project is highly user-friendly with a quick learning curve for basics. Remarkably it offers extensive features beyond basic project management including automatic network diagrams and Gantt charts for effective visualization.
Cons
Inability to open two projects in different windows simultaneously and a lack of an easy way to export project files into a professional-looking PDF pose challenges.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
7
Functionality
6
Education Management, 101-500 employees
“Great way to organize finances”
Pros
Currently utilizing a free trial finding the software helpful in organizing finances and considering a purchase.
Cons
Hoping for a slightly lower price and contemplating whether to pay for it once the free trial expires.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
7
Functionality
10
Entertainment, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Microsoft project”
Pros
Appreciate the user-friendly side and the seamless integration with schedules task assignments and group communication.
Cons
Apart from trial and error never encountered a training manual or how-to video as a new user. Took some time to learn all capabilities.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
Higher Education, 500+ employees
More than a year
“My first project manager software”
Pros
Easy to comprehend and navigate. Tasks are well-organized and diagrams are presented in a reader-friendly manner.
Cons
The cost is not included in Office 365 contributing to concerns about affordability.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
6
Oil & Energy, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Easy and Comfortable Planning Software”
Pros
Adding tasks in MS Project is straightforward allowing easy reordering without complications simple and efficient planning and scheduling.
Cons
The cost of resources and added features is less. There should be an option for creating regulated charts like planned progress vs. actual progress Sn Curve etc.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
Hospital & Health Care, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
“Featureful”
Pros
Microsoft Project simplifies project team management and communication providing a graphical way to track project progress.
Cons
When inviting external members to a project manual assignment of a license is required for access adding a manual step to the process.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
6
Functionality
4
Civil Engineering, 51-100 employees
More than a year
“Best Project management tool in the industry”
Pros
Microsoft Project excels in ease of creating schedules for both large and small-scale projects. Quick editing and sharing with colleagues are notable features.
Cons
The software lacks intuitiveness requiring a learning curve. A solid understanding of planning and scheduling is necessary for optimal use.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
Information Technology and Services, 101-500 employees
More than a year
“Microsoft Project is the one to use!”
Pros
Highly value the software's ability to update on the fly considering it a critical component of my job and strongly recommending it.
Cons
Requires a time investment for new users to start using the software effectively. Struggled initially with Gantt chart customization.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
3