If you are new to the whole "Project Management software" world, the variety of available options, new terminology and lack of "down-to-the-earth" explanations can be very frustrating.
Here at Easy Projects .NET we try to make your life easier. Here are five simple steps we recommend, which will help you select the project management software that is right for your organization.
Step 1: Decide on your Goals
Make a list of the goal and objectives you wish to achieve by implementing project management software.
Here is an excellent article by a project management expert Bas de Baar called
"Seven goals for implementing project management software"
Another article by the same author describes
how Easy Projects .NET can help you achieve these goals.
Make sure you have your goals written down.
Step 2: Choose the Features you need
Now you should decide what features you need. For example, if you want to more accurately bill your customers, most likely you'll need the Time Tracking functionality. If you don't want to waste your time on micro-management, then automated e-mail notifications should be on your list.
You can use Easy Project .NET's
list of features as a reference or, if
you're a "visual" person,
review this Quick Tour. Finally, you can download the PDF version of
Easy Projects .NET's brochure to read during some quiet time or print out for your boss or colleagues.
Step 3: Try the Software
Now when you know what you're looking for, it's best to test drive the product prior to purchasing.
Easy Projects .NET offers a
FREE 15-day Online trial, that makes it really easy to evaluate the software.
Step 4: Determine the licensing model
First, decide if you want to run the software in-house or you want to use the hosted services. For example, if you want to run Easy Projects .NET by yourself, all you need is a
Windows Server with some freely available software.
Now take a count on how many people will be using or accessing the PM software. You can review the prices for EP.NET
in-house and
hosted licenses.
Step 5: Get Professional Assistance
Finally, once you've signed up for a trial, you may want to find someone experienced in the project management area to assist you with the evaluation process and the initial setup process. With Easy Projects .NET there are several options available:
