Prism PPM

Pros

It seamlessly syncs with JIRA, Microsoft Office 365, and Excel, offering robust features like interactive Gantt charts, customizable reports, and mobile accessibility for streamlined productivity.

Cons

I really don't have any complaints since I've started using it.

Pros

I like the streamlined timesheet system that empowers users to request additional time and modify their schedules with ease, subject to managerial approval. This intuitive solution simplifies time management by allowing employees to effortlessly ask for extra hours and make real-time schedule adjustments, while an integrated approval workflow ensures all changes are reviewed and authorized efficiently. The user-friendly interface promotes a flexible and responsive work environment, enhancing communication and adaptability within the team.

Cons

Nothing actually, I am really glad I picked WorkOtter.

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The support has been excellent. I haven't worked directly with the WorkOtter team, but our admin has and we're all quite pleased.

Cons

There's not a good planning strategy approach for integration and the documentation is not very good. It's somewhat disorganized and leaves me with a lot of questions.

Pros

I have to give a good appreciation to it's design

Cons

So far there's not much that's not good about it

Pros

WorkOtter's AI integration is an absolute game-changer. Having a virtual PMO that helps me plan projects, identify risks, staff effectively, and even draft my weekly status reports has saved me countless hours and streamlined my workflow. Additionally, the interactive Gantt charts make visualizing and adjusting project timelines a breeze, which is a huge improvement over the static charts we used in our previous software.

Cons

The only real downside I've found so far is that the initial setup took a bit longer than I anticipated. However, the WorkOtter team was incredibly helpful throughout the process and ensured we got up and running smoothly.

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I like you can customize templates based on your preference and the needs of the client. Also every easy to use, sometimes these project manager tools can be super complicated when they don't need to be. BUT WorkOtter isn't that way. I like that you can move the timeline on projects easily and you can see exactly what your team is working on. Overall best project manager tool I have come across.

Cons

Nothing really, it as all been great and easy to use and my team loves it.

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What I like most about WorkOtter are the Gantt charts and task management tools. They make planning super easy and user-friendly, allowing us to visualize timelines and dependencies without any hassle. The "building my team" feature is great for providing visibility on who is available to work on projects, ensuring smooth and efficient collaboration. Overall, the workflow is seamless and can really enhance project management processes.

Cons

Honestly, there’s nothing I don’t like about WorkOtter so far. It’s very simple and easy to use, and it has all the features we need for effective project management. The Gantt charts, task management tools, and team visibility features all work great together, that can make our workflows smooth and efficient.

Pros

It has an excellent user experience and it has a simple, quick, and user-friendly Gantt chart.

Cons

Nothing is discouraging about the platform, really love working on WorkOtter.

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For me its the dashboards. Other products offer dashboards but they are limited and hard to customize

Cons

I haven't found a con yet. I will update my review if I find one

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Team members are easily tracked by them giving report on the task they are assigned to before the deadline

Cons

Noting... the experience with them has been the best so far

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Pros

This is a great project& resource management tool with wide reporting abilities.

Cons

Nothing so far, all good so far. It is super user friendly.

Pros

I absolutely love that I would have the ability to see different views within the company (ie. Organization overview vs. Project Manager vs. Team Member).. Really nice!

I am big on reporting as this is my particular role within my company now, so I LOVE that you have a ‘financials’ & ‘reports’ section to be easily found under the “projects” tab. It also appears to be nicely customizable, to change font and/or add in our Logo.

The drag-between feature to create dependencies is probably something I would utilize as well. So far it appears to be VERY intuitive & user-friendly. (ie. Can easily extend out a project end-date)

And since I mentioned I am big on reporting, I also am happy to hear that there is a 2-way sync with importing from Excel. PERFECT!

Our team uses Asana quite heavily, & it looks like the Kanban board is very similar for work flow, so that seems like it would be very easy to utilize.

I have 11 years of background in WallStreet, so I really love the ‘x-ray’ vision in the Roadmap area.

Being able to see excess capacity is really amazing too to watch over personnel, & being able to try out the ‘what if scenarios’ is quite impactful.

Cons

So far, I have not found anything I do not like. I am big on reporting, & this program has everything I could ask for. Truly

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I love that I can customize the dashboards and that this tool allows us to forecast projects which helps us with reporting to upper management.

And the Gantt charts! 😍

Cons

No cons to list yet - we're still building it out!

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I save so much time each and everyday because of the functuality of WorkOtter. I am so happy to have this program be part (majority) of my day. It is all here plus so much more. Not to mention the ease of use. I have team members that are at all different levels of computer experience, project management and business analysis. Everyone of them enjoys using WorkOtter for various reasons but mostly because it handles so many different tasks all in one. Best time saver we have utilized in our offices.

Cons

There is nothing I don't like about this program. I wish it had been available 15 years ago.

Pros

It's very versatile and easy to use! Love that is so customizable. The features allow you to manage what you need and perfectly organized. The software is very interactive and visual.Seamlessly intergrates all team members into the process. It's great for all types of projects.There is so much to say great about this software. Just everything is awesome and makes your work so much easier!

Cons

I can't honeslty think of a con as of yet!

Pros

frictionless and easy to use, this is able to save time in managing projects where other software fails

Cons

Getting used to the different options and tools available took a bit longer but the increase in efficiency is worth the effort

Pros

This product has been extremely easy to use. The first feature that I have found the most useful is the main dashboard, which utilizes an easy-to-read graphic interface to provide me with real-time data on a variety of project variables. I am able to quickly filter and view projects that need my critical attention, which helps to direct my day in a more efficient manner. The second feature that I love is the ability to source dashboards and reports from open community sources. This software provides a wide variety of new and innovative ways of understanding and staying on track of my project's resource allocation needs, which is a huge plus in my day-to-day workload.

Cons

I have not yet found anything so far that I dislike about the software. So far it has met my needs and is a great addition to my PM tools.

Pros

Ease of access is something every project manager, team, boss, or client, looks for in much of the planning process. Provided within the Excel Spreadsheet, helping to better utilize WorkOtter, are different resources which enable easier accessibility. As a project manager, efficiency is something I'm always looking for, without having to go through the hurdles of worrying about maintaining organization. The WorkOtter forecasts enable me to see the efficiency/productivity of different departments/projects within the company without having to recreate the wheel. It also allows me to see how different members of the team are keeping up with responsibilities – effectively managing productivity all at once – and keep track of workload. Certain projects will burden team members, but it’s difficult to assess without a system that provides that resource and WorkOtter provides the analyses to highlight areas of need be it hiring new staff or contracting. I can use the resource management and capacity features to increase productivity while also enabling the Open API's to connect with other systems. Data collecting on WorkOtter allows for presumptive planning by stretching projects out to better visualize productivity of tasks. The project timeline keeps managers focused on what’s coming up, what’s overdue, and what’s been completed. It’s more than just a list of dates but a visual tool that is color-coded and for those who want to move from the usual, basic, calendar and date method.

Cons

Getting started can be a little overwhelming. There are a lot of features and it takes a bit of time to get comfortable with the platform. I had to sit down and study it in order to feel truly comfortable and this is something that could get in the way for others who aren't apt to figuring things out on their own.

Pros

With WorkOtter, there's no need to worry about complex setup and configuring as it is designed to be an intuitive solution for project managers. Additionally, their Gantt, Kanban, and Agile view allow for flexibility in project planning and execution. On top of that, the software integrates directly with popular third-party productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack, Jira and Trello so projects can stay on track despite remote working conditions. All in all, we really appreciate the intuitive design of WorkOtter and its ability to integrate with other productivity tools.

Cons

Unfortunately, there is no native mobile app for users to access on the go as to my knowledge. However, users can access the software via their browsers on their mobile devices, but some features may not be optimized for a smaller screen size.

Pros

The process of using WorkOtter is superlative. The interface is responsive and gives you powerful, comprehensive oversight and highly granular control over all aspects of a project; all with the most intuitive interface I have encountered with PM software. This all facilitates more completed projects on time and within budget. As I am also an IT Administrator for my organization, setup and onboarding is a breeze as well.

Cons

The only room for improvement I can conceive related to aesthetics, but this isn’t the point of the software. While visual improvements to make the look sleeker may enhance the UI, if WorkOtter wants to make improvements, the changes will be easy to implement.

Pros

The thing I’ve liked the most was that it is a complex program, with many features, but it is very easy to use. For example, a nice feature which I loved was that me, as a manager, I could subscribe to reports and after that I’ve received a lot of information directly on my e-mail and I think this is great for managers to see how is the specific project going and where they can work too to make it better. Also, on my e-mail I got all updates, but I got attached dashboards.

Also, another thing I’ve liked were the interactive visuals inside reports and I mean by that I could see all the work using infographics and custom the schedule, see my workers’ individual work. With that, I could understand all the complex data easier, discover patterns and find the problems of my workers so that I could talk to them.

Cons

I think WorkOtter is the best software I’ve ever user. I thought it will have some problems which I’ve discovered on other softwares like this but I can’t complain about nothing because all was good for me and we were happy because we choose the right software and I hope it won’t disappoint us in the future.

Pros

WorkOtter is a really comprehensive PM tool specially for a end user like me, I have been using this for about a year and it makes it easy to do my job. I like the fact its completely web based and I don't need to download a heavy tool like Microsoft Project. My tasks are easy to understand and follow thank to WorkOtter for their unique UI design. I can also see status of other team member status and the collaboration in real time.

Cons

Well I cant think of any as its a fantastic tool in my opinion

Pros

We use WorkOtter for all project management in our department. Specifically, we use the software to create tasks, modify deadlines, and prioritize projects according to budget and objectives. With the help of the analytical tools in the Dashboard, we were able to stay consistent with reporting and making decisions. It was also great that we can customize dashboards according to the user role.

Not only does it have amazing features, but it also created a supportive and team building work environment. The software automates team collaboration and has brought us together as an organization in many ways. You can easily keep track of status on tasks, and easily assign team members with work. So, you will be always on time. Our communication as a whole has never been better.

By far the best product we've used!

Cons

The software has brought so many positive features to our company. I couldn't find any significant drawbacks.

Pros

The ability to lock in current status and perform sensitivity analysis

Being able to manage and effectively allocate resources

Love the project manager view with current projects, statuses and milestones. Instead of reviewing a shared calendar, Gantt Chatt and individual PMS system, it's all in one.

Drawing clear attention to what is foremost with familiar colors and signals.

Project Kanban Board

Customizing Columns

Filing Sharing Opportunities (Unlimited file share service)

Tagging People

Available Work tab

Log time dialog box

Love the dashboards (ability to add components)

The ability to pivot information for certain department or project area

Cons

Nothing I consider a con. It's so great!

Pros

The ease of setting up the Instance with the Excel Spreadsheets that are included with the software. This saved time and was so easy to understand, unlike other software that requires a developer to comprehend and set up.

WorkOtters ability to connect with other platforms is a powerful benefit most other PMS companies fail miserably in providing.

Cons

We were a little annoyed at first for having to wait to begin however, the customer service team was so helpful. I personally am ecstatic that we were patient and gave the team time enough to tailor my product to the exact needs I had.

Pros

You can customize the fields and make the project board in a way you want.I have also got a lot of use out the mobile views.Tracking time and login work that has been completed has been so much easy.

Cons

Nothing so far,Exploring its features and everything it offers has an interesting journey.

Pros

I love the dashboard section on workOtter because I can see all I need to see in one place without having to scroll over and over again

Cons

the various section organization is looking too congested which can be improved upon

Pros

What I liked most about this platform is its elegant and easy-to-use interface, along with its many useful functions for project and resource management, but that is why it is especially appreciated how it allows companies to establish roadmaps and balance the supply and demand of resources. Next-generation collaboration with team members is another strength, and automating reporting becomes a simple and effective task.

Cons

What I liked least about this platform is that it sometimes gets a little slow, which can affect efficiency so I think the stability could be improved as I experienced some minor issues in that regard.

Pros

WorkOtter provides the platform to communicate with peers who are running late on projects. There is a good reporting system for any type of project scope.

Cons

Sometimes WorkOtter appears to be slow. The app's internal efficiency can be faster as there seems to be lags which can slow down progress.

Pros

This app is very user friendly and also great for team integration and onboarding.

Cons

Its all great I even for its price but of course if only it could be free.

Pros

WorkOtter has been an absolute blessing for me as an Accounts Manager and member of a Marketing project management team. The easy-to-build and configure dashboards have allowed me to create a customized workspace that displays the most crucial information for tracking my projects and resources. I liked the resource management and capacity planning features since that let's me set up and view things through my preferred lens. I get a few extra hours of more work done this way and I'm able to keep my projects better on track. I don't really use the iOS and Android mobile view features, but it's still a nifty little nice-to-have feature to have on the go. I imagine it'll come in pretty handy for responding promptly to any urgent matters (although the software works well enough for me that I don't think I'll have much use for it).

Cons

Working seamlessly so far so absolutely no complaints. Took some wait time to get things up and running but that was really down to us having to switch over our systems well enough to make sure we're getting the best out of the new one as advised by their team.

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Everything about the website is easy to view and customize in a number of ways. Even the more advanced features are made easy to use. It can import from some of the older methods you might have been using, such as Excel. In the case of Microsoft projects syncing, it works both ways, so you do not have to immediately make a full switch if you have already been using that as changes will sync between the two in real time. This has been a serious bonus for my team. Attachments can be added to comments, threads, and projects. You can even respond to comments directly through the email notifications and it will show up in WorkOtter. I think we are talking about how this can be implemented for direct correspondences with contractors and customers for my organization but that has yet to be determined.

Cons

I have not really found any cons I can attribute directly to the website. The change has been a little bit off-putting to some of my coworkers, but since we previously used Microsoft Projects for much of this we have been able to easily sync everything between the old and new methods, so people can transition little at a time and at their own pace for the most part.

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The platform is so interactive and capable! The ability to sync from Excel is so helpful, and the fact that you can do it with ease at the click of a button is incredible. But, the most impressive feature was the ability for WorkOtter to give real-time projections of hypothetical scenarios. Absolutely brilliant!

Cons

Nothing yet! All of the features are relevant and proactive.

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WorkOtter is affordable and thinks of everything for you. It's visual functions are also fantastic! It was easy to get started and simple to adapt around my work. It's task management features allow me to contact staff who don't even need to be logged in and it even sync Microsoft documents. It's automation across dashboards and reports, is incredibly time saving! It also has unlimited storage, what's more to love.

Cons

I haven't found any cons for WorkOtter - it's really perfect.

Pros

Great combination of project and resources planning; easy and fast to onboard and use

Cons

That I got to know about WorkOtter so late

Pros

Provides a centralized location for managing customer and prospect data, including contact information, communication history, and lead status, which can come in pretty handy for a small company.

Cons

No problems thus far - very happy we picked WorkOtter!!

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I like the fact that it synchs with MS Project. The reports feature is great for meetings/presentations as you can easily switch between different chart views based on budget, timing, resources, etc. It's so easy to use and easy to train others to use. Unlike some other programs, it's not intimidating! The sandbox feature allows people to learn the program without worry and make the program more robust based on the needs and growth of your company.

Cons

I have not found any cons after about six months of use.

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I loved the fact that everything is very easily accessible and very easy to navigate. It syncs with microsoft and also very customizable because there are ways to configure and customize display - which is great for people who have very distinct ways of working. The dashboards are easy to configure and you can also share with a team space which is also very easy to have collaborate. There are ways you can view the software on IOS and android. For people who work with serveral portfolios and work with a lot of product management workotter is very very useful. It is heavily stacked with so many features, very accessible and a great great price for all of this.

Cons

Everything has been great so far. There are many features to get through which may seem overwhelming but just like any platform/tool you get the hang of it and can work your way around it. Especially because you can customize it your own liking. No complaints so far.

Pros

WorkOtter is a very seamless product. Integration with my SOPs was very easy. The most interesting feature for my team is the Simple timesheet that allows users to ask for more time and adjust their schedule for approval

Cons

For now, I don't have a least favourite of the features

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I like how simple it is to use as well as the intuitiveness of features. Other project managers I have introduced to this software have exclaimed how they love it as much as me

Cons

No cons so far, it has bee a joy to use and I look forward to working with WorkOtter in future

Pros

Keeps my work streamlined to meet deadlines effectively and effectively. Ability to see and arrange projects into a portfolio and then try out different resource plans

Cons

I haven’t found anything I don’t like. I continue to find areas that align with my business and daily needs.

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Customisable and intuitive project planning/management software makes team collaboration easy! Especially love the Gantt charts and automation tools

Cons

No complaints thus far, any issues we have had are addressed quickly and efficiently by the support team at WorkOtter

Pros

The ease of use and the intuitive UI make project management a breeze!

Cons

Yet to find any, if I've had any questions their support team are very prompt and comprehensive in their explanations

Pros

Manage Gantt charts with ease, I love that workotter adapts quickly when changing the date on one dependency, quickly providing you with a visual representation of the project timeline. There are many other interactive features that make this a joy to use

Cons

Although it takes a bit longer to set up than our current provider the increase in efficiency and features on offer make it worth the time spent

Pros

* A great project management tool that allows teams to collaborate and manage projects * Offers a range of features, including task management and time tracking, making it a comprehensive solution for project management.* It is user-friendly and easy to use, with a simple and intuitive interface

Cons

*The tool offers a lot of features, so it can feel overwhelming at first. But the team is very responsive which helps a lot with integration

Pros

Easy to handle , time saving , can work on multiple software at one page , animations made it visually compelling and as the visual memory of a person is more strong so you can easily keep its record in brain through its animated feature, prioritizing the projects according to its revenue generation made the companies highly competitive and helps in growing the business faster, it has made communication level like a cake of piece with co workers as well as clients.

Cons

I couldn't find any cons , best software i ever came along .

Pros

WorkOtter was easy to use and implement into our existing workflow. My team instantly caught on and loved the software's features. They really hit the ground running!

Cons

I honestly cannot think of any cons! So far, WorkOtter has been an amazing tool.

Pros

There are so many things that I like about this software but just to name a few I would have to say for sure the cohesive way it functions with Microsoft Excel. We are at the beginning of our companies development, and so until diving into this program we have been using strictly Microsoft software to maintain scheduling, data, reports, etc.. The transition has been easy and enjoyable as everything aligns very well with our current documents and what other employees are comfortable using at this beginning stage.
Another great thing I have discovered about this software are the interactive visuals within reports. These are great for understanding the flow of finances, the growth (or lack of it) that is taking place, along with the strategies that are underway that are (or aren't) making an impact. Now that I have this tool in front of me, I can better make decisions and in turn, provide more impactful data to the other people on my team.

Cons

Nothing! It has been such a game-changer within our business in just the few months we have been using it.

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- Our WorkOtter rep Dave, gave our team the best possible training. It only took us 3.5 weeks to get our entire team onboarded and using the program.

- The open APIs allow us to sync with various sytems including JIRA and even excel sheets. This allows us to pipe data directly to our clients!

- Dashboards that can be customized. What's even more amazing is that these dashboards are community-based, so improvements and additions are being made constantly.

- Most important for us, since we are always on the road, is the ability of the system to work well as a mobile experience.

Cons

Onboarding was great, but getting that started took a bit of time. Not so much a CON for the software or its team.....everyone's resources have been stretched thin due to COVID-19. We'll get through this!

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This is a fantastic project management tool. The ease of which you can manage your dashboard so you can see possible risks as soon as you sign in is perfect for making sure all projects run smoothly.

Cons

Sometimes getting from place to place can be confusing because there are so many options, but this is easily fixed with practice.