Not Specified, 11-50 employees
Less than a year
“Project Management!”
Pros
PPM facilitates organized project phase tracking incorporating features like task management time tracking budgeting and forecasting.
Cons
This software proves to be a bit intricate for beginners.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
Higher Education, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
“Microsoft PPM”
Pros
Our projects are divided into different sections through this tool which can link to other Microsoft software. Widely used in various companies it's easily manageable for tasks like data entry.
Cons
Efficient use of this software requires a learning curve.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
Food Production, 500+ employees
Less than a year
“Good tool for enterprice project management”
Pros
It enables all team members to track tasks and deadlines collaboratively. Ideal for managing multiple projects or extensive enterprise projects it features a linear PM approach with a familiar interface akin to standard Microsoft tools. It seamlessly connects to other Microsoft solutions Excel Word PowerPoint providing effective visual project plans excellent for analysis reporting and resource tracking. It's an all-in-one solution with valuable built-in templates.
Cons
Initially time-consuming especially with the Gantt chart being confusing.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
6
Functionality
4
Information Technology and Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Amazing for planning”
Pros
This software excels in planning and can be further enhanced with third-party software.
Cons
Challenging to use initially necessitating instructional videos or in-person training to enhance skills.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
8
Insurance, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
“This tool is perfect for organizing projects and keeping things updated in a timely fashion”
Pros
Once you grasp all its features this software becomes remarkably easy to use. It offers complete control over organizing project information unlike restrictive alternatives. Creating projects within another project is a great feature for comprehensive organization.
Cons
The primary issue I encountered is that as this tool isn't typically taught in school like Word and Excel it took me a while to get the hang of it. While it eventually became intuitive the learning curve was noticeable.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
6
Functionality
4
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than a year
“PPM - one of the best task tracking tool”
Pros
MS Project and Portfolio Management aid in tracking tasks displaying project information and providing a useful Gantt chart for graphical project diagrams. Reporting is a noteworthy feature for effortless report generation.
Cons
Beginners need some training to use it and the cost escalates due to the license fee.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
6
Functionality
8
Automotive, 101-500 employees
“MS Project”
Pros
The timeline in Project is excellent facilitating resource management and progress tracking.
Cons
The server version is extremely expensive and managing resources can be challenging.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
6
Functionality
8
Information Technology and Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Many features available”
Pros
Microsoft PPM boasts numerous functions allowing easy report creation and integration into other systems with minimal familiarization.
Cons
Only one person can open a project file at a time. Setting up schedules post-installation is difficult and altering dates sometimes completely disrupts the schedule.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Education Management, 11-50 employees
Less than 6 months
“Suitable for serious management”
Pros
Ideal for tracking large projects Microsoft PPM helps manage resources track actions and create financial plans and schedules.
Cons
The Microsoft PPM interface is evidently designed for large projects. However for smaller tasks it's advisable to seek a service with a simpler interface.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Not Specified, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Good For project planning”
Pros
Creating sub-projects in a single project file is a feature with a familiar design.
Cons
The inability to set today's function is a drawback as it consistently displays the project start day.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
8
Health, Wellness and Fitness, 1-10 employees
More than a year
“microsoft”
Pros
All Microsoft products are designed to be user-friendly for users of all ages.
Cons
Certain features that were once free now require a purchase.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
10
Education Management, 500+ employees
Less than a year
“more functionality than one needs!”
Pros
This product offers more features and functionality than we currently use. It's great for sharing projects and maintaining timelines within a team.
Cons
Price remains a constant struggle. If bundled the cost seems more manageable.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
6
Customer Support
9
Functionality
6
Management Consulting, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Easy Scheduling Tool”
Pros
Microsoft's scheduling tool is user-friendly making it easy to build schedules and resource loads.
Cons
This product lacks the capability for cost-loading your schedule.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
6
Customer Support
7
Functionality
6
Not Specified, 1-10 employees
Less than 6 months
“PPM has kept us on budget and task! Great tool for making educated business decisions.”
Pros
The collaborative effect of this software enhances task management scheduling and resource management. It provides a holistic view of the business breaking down silos and fostering growth resource allocation and competitiveness.
Cons
The significant drawback is the investment required. While this software is not the most economical it mandates a considerable business investment in Microsoft and its suite of software. Competitors provide similar packages without the "Microsoft Only" limitations a potential downside for the future.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
6
Functionality
4
Not Specified, 51-100 employees
More than a year
“I've recommended many times!”
Pros
I've consistently recommended this program since I started using it in 3013.
Cons
Older or slower operating systems may experience freezing issues.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
Computer Software, 101-500 employees
More than a year
“Good for creating project plans”
Pros
With Microsoft PPM experienced managers create complex project plans benefitting from functions like deadline alerts. Easy report creation and integration into other systems are additional advantages.
Cons
Full utilization of all functionalities demands extensive study. There's no automatic cloud update feature for multiple users.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Chemicals, 101-500 employees
More than a year
“Most convenient PM tool”
Pros
Used for managing projects in college this software offers great features and functionality making it easier to adapt to similar tools in project management.
Cons
Tutorials provided by lectures are essential to uncover all features; otherwise self-discovery would be challenging.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Computer Software, 51-100 employees
More than a year
“Great teamwork tool”
Pros
Microsoft PPM integrates almost all services created by Microsoft facilitating project management chart creation task assignment and more. It plays a crucial role in achieving coordinated teamwork in project implementation.
Cons
Many division heads had to enroll in courses to understand the software. Deciding to figure it out independently led to regrets as colleagues explained everything in a week while self-learning took a month.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
7
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Not Specified, 51-100 employees
More than a year
“MS is still the gold standard”
Pros
Microsoft still leads with the most robust and professional project management product.
Cons
Due to its potency extensive training is necessary for effective use.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
9
Customer Support
7
Functionality
6
Information Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
“Easy Manage your Projects and Master your Time”
Pros
Highly helpful in project management providing a great collaborative experience within project teams. Being part of Office 365 it offers clear reports on efficiency time and resource mastery.
Cons
Getting used to it isn't straightforward; some knowledge in project management or tool-specific training is required for optimal benefits.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
7
Customer Support
7
Functionality
8
