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Simplicity
is the Answer!
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If it's easy... you will probably do it!
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"I used Project Manager on my last project.
At the end of the job we had 650 RFIs - of which
230 created new work. We identified the impact of
each change and negotiated settlements before small
changes became big problems.
Back charges have always been difficult for me because
of the time to make the reports and the documentation
package. However, because of the forms and automated
letter, it was easy. I processed over 100 BCNs and
collected more than twice my salary! At the end
of the project, we had no significant claims."
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 What is Project Manager? Project Manager is
project management software that replaces all of the old spreadsheets and stand alone reports used to manage changes
with a modern database fed by a five specific use forms. Project Manager is a web based tool
- just log on to the internet and start using the system - nothing is put on your computer. All data is entered and stored on-line.
All forms and reports are available at any time. The on-line functionality enables managers, contractors, architects,
and construction personnel to be continually aware of what's happening. The five special use forms input
and track requests for information (RFIs), define project variances in scope, cost, or schedule (VN), assign new work to
contractors (FCR), recover supplier costs (BCN), and impacts associated with design evolution (NCR).
What's the main benefit of this software? Project Manager becomes the heart of the management process. It enhances communication between team members, and expedites responses to issues - thus saving time, money and valuable resources.
How does it work?
When a problem arises, a contractor will submit a request for information (RFI) to the manager. The manager can either answer the question himself or forward it to another party.
The manager posts the answer on the RFI and email notifications are sent to all team members. If the question causes a scope, cost, or schedule change, a variance exists.
Depending upon the change, the manager can document scope growth with a VN form, try to recover supplier problem costs with a BCN form, or make an assignment of new work to a contractor with an FCR form.
All reports are automatically updated to reflect the changes and resolutions.
How does Project Manager differ from other project management software? Project Manager differs from its competition in its:
Ease of use - simpler than spreadsheets and custom reports
Focus on documenting and reducing contract costs
Cost - less expensive than spreadsheets and stand alone reports
Minimal computer skills - fill in blank forms - many pull down menus
Hard copy forms and reports assist in meetings and communications
Reports that quickly identify issues
How easy is it to learn? Project Manager
was created to be very simple and intuitive to use. It has an on-line tutorial that can be viewed in about 15 minutes. For most people, that's enough
and you are off working. For those that do not have computer access, the hard copy forms and reports ensure they remain within the loop.
How much does Project Manager cost?
Project Manager is available on a subscription basis for $99 per month. Monthly charges include unlimited use, licensing, maintenance, and internet hosting.
How much can Project Manager save me?
How do you assess the effectiveness of daily knowledge of what's going on and which problems got resolved today?
How do you assess the cost of claims that you avoided because you resolved an issue?
These are difficult questions that PM will help you solve.
On a recent project, Project Manager recovered over twice the manager's salary through back charges alone.
What kind of projects does Project Manager handle?
Project Manager accommodates all types of projects from
all types of industries. Don't let size fool you, problems on small Projects can be just as serious as problems on large projects. Project Manager handles them all!
If all I want is to track RFIs, do I need to track all of the other items?
No! You can track RFIs alone. However, after a few hours
of work, you will realize how simple it is to use the other areas. If you only track RFIs, how would you determine their cost?
When your boss asks why the contract went up 25%, you need a
solid answer - Project Manager can not only provide that answer, but keep him in
the loop every step of the way.
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