The MS Project Substitute
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Planisware vs. Microsoft Project
MS Project may be well suited for basic tasks, but it struggles with complexity as projects grow. Planisware, the top MS Project substitute, is designed to scale with your needs, offering advanced solutions for portfolio and resource management, AI-driven insights for smarter decision-making, and enterprise-wide visibility for smoother project execution.
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Microsoft Project for the Web
VS.
Limited to 1,000 tasks, 10 hierarchy levels, 300 resources per project.
Scalability
Unlimited tasks, hierarchy levels, and resources for full scalability.
Basic resource allocation; 20 resources per task cap.
Resource Management
Advanced resource management with detailed capacity planning.
Minimal portfolio features, relies on Power BI for depth.
Portfolio Management
Comprehensive with scenario planning, simulations, and strategic insights.
20 links per task, limiting dependency mapping.
Task & Dependency Control
No restrictions on task links; supports complex dependency structures.
Max 10 custom fields per project.
Customization
Unlimited custom fields for full flexibility and tracking.
Strong within Microsoft ecosystem (Teams, SharePoint).
Integration
All-in-one platform with broad third-party integrations.
Basic manual reporting adjustments.
AI & Insights
AI-powered insights for resource optimization and risk management
Simple, Office-like interface; requires multiple tools for complete functionality.
Ease of Use
Intuitive PPM interface with built-in dashboards and reporting.
Costs increase with required add-ons like Power BI.
Pricing
Transparent, cost-effective pricing with advanced features included.
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Planisware came offering not just a tool, but a platform where information could flow freely among teams, enable real-time insights and faster reporting.
Planisware offers powerful strategy planning and business architecture...Planisware's roadmap continues to balance innovation in AI and integration with a strong emphasis on UX. It offers a solid implementation strategy to get customers to value faster.
The Forrester WaveTM: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2024
