When managing projects, it’s all about the systems we put in place at the start and the ease of use throughout the project’s lifespan that ensures the success or failure of the process and eventual outcome. When looking at great feats, like the building of the Great Pyramid of Giza in 2570 BC and the construction of the Great Wall of China in 208 BC, we can all agree that it took serious project management skills to plan, execute, and control these kinds of projects. Time was slower then and projects were run at ground-level through communication, administration, oversight, and delegation.
Modern times, on the other hand, are a rollercoaster in comparison, requiring streamlined, laser-focused approaches and systems. Project management case studies indicate that using the right project management software to support, systemise, and capture operations will not only save time but also increase productivity and lead to a favourable outcome.
The question is, which one is right for your business? At Coron, we are driven to empower busy leaders to transform underperforming projects into purposeful successes, leveraging our adaptable approach to drive meaningful value and measurable results. Finding the right project management software is a worthwhile investment in your business as it will help you to move away from clunky spreadsheets and the never-ending ticking time bomb that’s not on your side. However, if you aren’t familiar with the usage of this kind of software, it can be challenging and overwhelming to know where to start and what to choose.
Think of going on a hike. It’s all very exciting until you get to the shop, facing all the choices of gear and tools that you might need to conquer that new mountain of adventure. Finding a friendly, knowledgeable shop assistant to help and guide you through your shopping experience will empower you to make the best decisions, giving you clarity as to why you need each one, and how to use it. They will also give you an understanding of the value and price that each offers so that you don’t ignorantly opt for the cheapest (thinking it’s the best deal) or most expensive (thinking it’s the superior one), but rather the one that gives you the best value at the right price. At Coron, we will help you determine and recognise exactly what you need, whilst considering the value and cost.
A few minutes of googling ‘best project management software’, will list the ‘Top 5’ or ‘Top 10’ options available. Even though the advice is sound, outlining the virtues of different project management software packages, you still need to know how the given packages will work for you.
You’ll need to bear in mind the following when choosing Project Management Software:
- Cost
- Scalability
- Ability to collaborate
- Ease of use
- Integrations
Project management case studies confirm that what businesses essentially need, are the specifics, rather than the undefined and general. Knowing which features your business needs the most is key to choosing the right project management software for your business. The structure needs to fit your business structure. The best thing would be to have access to expert advice to help you navigate the wealth of information out there.
As Aristotle said, ‘Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.’ When businesses collaborate with their unique strengths and skills towards a common goal, both will find it a pleasurable exploit rather than a stressful labour, leading to a perfect solution. As the foremost project management agency, influencing a million people to discover real value and create global impact, we can give you the expert advice that you need to support you in your choice of software.
“We think, mistakenly, that success is the result of the amount of time we put in at work, instead of the quality of time we put in.” – Ariana Huffington
Coron has spent a long time looking at the wide range of project management software possibilities and that’s why we can save you the time and the administrative burden of identifying the correct software management package for your business. We can help you to tailor and set up your project management software so that it perfectly suits the needs of your business and streamlines operations to a tee.
How will project management software help you?
It will help your team to know what work needs to be done, who’s responsible for doing it, and when it’s due. Planning and organizing all these fundamental components and details is a must for successful project management and will make you look good when you meet your deadline on time.
One simple central system
The right software will bring all your team members onto one system rather than each one using a variety of systems. Projects, tasks, files, and communication will go from being scattered across a wide board to being streamlined into one place.
Clear vision
Team members need to know, with clarity, what their responsibilities and priorities are. A lot of time is wasted when they are walking in the dark, asking and searching for answers throughout the project. Clarity of vision is vital as it builds and keeps the momentum of the project.
Clear communication
As we know, projects require a lot of communication of priorities and requesting status updates. The holding of meetings, sending of emails, and revising complicated spreadsheets have to be communicated with the team at all times.
Meeting deadlines
When the team members have access to one central system, have a clear vision, and have effective communication, they will collaborate effectively, meeting deadlines rather than missing them.
Having the right people with the right expertise and the best systems is the success of any project and any business. The project management software that your company chooses and implements will create and maintain the much-needed ecosystem that will cause your people and systems to flourish at higher heights.
If you are standing like an adventurous hiker, searching for the best tools and gear to reach the top of your mountain, please contact us. We would love to join you in planning your new expedition by helping you determine which project management software fits best, tailor-make it to your needs, and set it up for easy use.
