- Today we're going to talk about
the best project management software
to keep track of time and budgets
and for scheduling and communication.
Let's start off with what is project management software?
Well it's software designed to help people
initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects
of any size or type.
These software tools and associated apps
typically provide an overview of all projects
while also allowing those involved in individual assignments
to get into the nitty-gritty details
to move the work forward.
- The best project management software typically includes
the following features, planning and documenting project
tasks and activities, building schedules and timelines,
solving project issues and establishing collaboration,
communication, and information sharing
between project participants.
- Now let's dive in to how to choose
product management apps.
Well nowadays entrepreneurs have a wide variety
of project management apps to choose from, so many choices.
And the best project management software combines
planning, tracking, measuring, and reporting functionalities
into a single tool.
And additionally, some project management tools
charge per user or number of accounts.
While other tools allow you to buy a license
for an unlimited number of users.
- The best project management software
will include the following functionality.
So the ability to set dependencies on the task,
the ability to create and manage sub tasks
from a larger task, the ability to create recurring tasks
so you don't have to keep doing it,
and the ability to add more than one user to a task.
You'll also have to decide if you're content with the cloud
or if you'd rather have it stored on your company's server.
- All right, let's cover the best
project management software options that are out there,
because we've covered what they are,
we've covered what to look for in a good one.
So now I want to go through
a few of the best project management software options
on the market today.
Let's start off with Basecamp.
It's the best project management software
for managing multiple team members in multi-step projects.
Features include functionality for to-do lists,
message boards, and cloud storage.
And recently Basecamp announced a new tier,
it's a free basic account.
And this basic account is good for up to three projects,
20 users, and one gigabyte of storage space.
Ideal for personal project use.
- Next up, we have Jira and I actually use it a ton
as a product manager at GoDaddy with my software team.
So Jira is one of the top project manager tools
used by software development teams.
It enables software teams to plan,
track and release software.
Some of its features include scrum and Kanban boards,
quick reporting, roadmaps,
and the ability to connect issues to code.
Jira also integrates with developer tools
and more than 3000 external apps.
- I use Jira all the time, and speaking of apps,
I use all the time, let's talk about Slack.
This is how Nealey and I keep in touch
when we're not doing "The Journey."
Slack is a collaboration tool that brings
all your team's communications together.
We use it a ton at GoDaddy.
In fact, we even have our own little channel
for :The Journey."
So that's what's cool about Slack,
it allows teams to create different channels,
to streamline communication and organize conversations
into specific streams.
And Slack also allows you to perform voice and video calls.
In fact, if you plan to use it as
a complete project management tool,
well, these integrations will be necessary
as Slack is more about communication
than complete project management.
- Fans of spreadsheets will appreciate Smartsheet.
It's the project management app
that comes in spreadsheet form.
With a no nonsense design, Smartsheet is an app
that gets things done.
It can handle everything from budgeting and task tracking,
to resource management and reporting.
It is cloud-based so you can access it wherever.
- And last but not least, Trello.
I think we used that briefly.
Anyways, Trello is a project management tool
best suited for more visual people.
And it allows you to organize information
through the use of boards, cards, and checklists.
So much like a virtual Kanban board
or a virtual wall of sticky notes,
that's kind of how I picture it.
And you can also upload file attachments
to help keep project assets organized.
And it is easily integrated with many apps,
including Google Drive, Dropbox, Slack and Evernote.
- Project management app help entrepreneurs
manage their teams, tasks, and projects.
Various options includes those that cater to
different working styles, team sizes, needs and budgets.
The key to finding the best project management software
for your business is to evaluate the needs of your business.
- All right, that's a wrap,
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