David GasconStudent| Arizona State University OnlineBattle Ground, Wa, United States
Hello PMI!
I just started this week as a project coordinator with a remodeling company who does roofs, siding and windows. Our company does not use any sort of CRM or project management software, and I just got approval to look into a CRM or PM software.
From what I understand, the software they have looked at are geared towards long term projects, but don't work well for shorter term projects, such as 3-4 days with a 5-6 lead time.
This is going to be a pitch to our company owners, president and my manager and it feels like a lot rides on this, especially since this is my first job in the project management field. I'm still a nearly new employee, and I want to make the best impression possible.
Any recommendations on CRM's/project management software are greatly appreciated! Thank you PMI! Saving Changes...
There are many websites which provide comparative analysis of different PM tools, but to narrow it down, I'd suggest determining:
1. What are the must-have requirements for the tool?
2. What is your maximum one-time and ongoing budget?
3. What technical constraints (if any) does your company have? For example, some companies might prefer to only use in-house hosted software whereas others would prefer SaaS/externally hosted ones.
For short-term projects, I recommend this newfangled project monitoring solution that combines agile with global indicators. Every team member can be included in a Trello dashboard, to update the state of his respective tasks. Then, the information is translated into a global indicators panel, that can be shared with management supervisors. To get more information about this solution, visit this site: https://www.facebook.com/Teleworking-Monitoring-107369664431280/. Also contact them at [email protected] Saving Changes...
I think you need to answer Kiron's question. It can be a good start point. However, the way that you use the software is important, too. Saving Changes...
For short term projects, I like to use network diagrams to illustrate the schedule because they show critical dependencies like inspections while things are still opened up and accessible, structural repairs before water membranes, etc. I do that on my own home remodel work as well as when planning multiple teams work in a manufacturing environment.
You don't need all the details in the diagram itself, but it is very handy for reviewing your progress and whether any sequence changes are required. Otherwise you may find the drywall crew who works fast because they are paid by the square foot comes in and finishes their work before the insulation or other stuff behind the walls is complete. Saving Changes...
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