Software Downunder

www.softwaredownunder.com.au
Aug '10

2011
Software Downunder Newsletter
Overcoming the obstacles of software change.
 
Dear

For you to be receiving our newsletter you must have asked us about project management systems at some stage. If you know you could be managing your projects more efficiently, but the thought of changing or combining existing methods is just too daunting - read on!

Upgrade Challenges

From our experience, the three major challenges of upgrading your current software are:

Challenge No. 1 - Identifying the best alternative

If it seems that every provider just wants to push their product onto you without understanding your priorities - then use an organisation that can offer several options and is committed to helping you decide on the best fit.

 Challenge No. 2 - Setting up the new data base

If your workload means you or your team are unable to devote time to the set-up, use an organisation that has the option of doing the set up for you, including data downloads and all project templates.  An easy transition means less resistance to change and guarantees more enthusiasm from the new users.

Challenge No. 3 - Flexible Training and support options

Training needs vary according to the size, location and skill levels of any new client, so getting your team up to speed on a new system must  be timed and executed accordingly. Training must be available to groups on your premises, on-line if more convenient, or one-on-one for specific issues. A quick response support service is essential to answering  day to day queries.

Coincidentally - Software Downunder can provide the solutions to all three challenges.

So, don't delay a decision to upgrade if your current methods are less than brilliant. We can make the transition easy.




Please pick up the phone or drop us an email to book a demo. A quick overview and check of suitability to your operation can be done in 20 to 30 minutes. That will be time well spent!


Sincerely,
Rondelle Taylor
           
Ph: Mobile: 0449169411
www.softwaredownunder.com.au
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Workamajig
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A web-based tracking and integrated project management software,Workamajig streamlines new business and sales leads, assigns staff to tasks,offers detailed project trafficking, and manages the whole project cycle through to accounting and financial reporting.
One of the strengths is a brilliant option for file reviews and approvals. This function can be used to route files or web URLs to the project team members for their feedback. The reviewer can approve or reject the item and the system will store the results in the project. Files can be sent out to several contacts at once, or in a selected order that progresses only when each stage of the contact list approves.

An interactive diary adds notes related to the project so they are stored as part of the project's history. This can be made visible to the client - or not - and can be emailed to the project team members when saved.

Please click on our link for more detail. Workamajig website
AccountAbility Access

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AccountAbility delivers all the functionality needed to manage clients, jobs, media and accounts, with no up-front investment.
This system is entirely home grown - designed in Australia for Australian and New Zealand agencies - for those who prefer to support our local products first.

A hosted software as a service (SaaS) solution, delivered in a similar way to Salesforce.com or Gmail, all AccountAbility requires of the agency (and it's freelancers)  is a good internet connection.

Running on a Mac or a PC, and fully supported, AccountAbility is designed to be extremely  user friendly, providing comprehensive reporting on all aspects of the system.

Please click on our link for more details.  AccountAbility Access website
WorkflowMax
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WorkflowMax is a great system for small but growing organisations. Designed for project-based industries, it has been adopted by a variety of business types. No contract is needed and the system has proven very compatible for importing data to other accounting software.

Please click on our link for more details. WorkflowMax website
FunctionFox
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FunctionFox offers two versions of their time and project tracking software;
the original Time Fox Classic - for simple time and project tracking for small creative companies
the more detailed Time Fox Premier -  for more advanced project management,  improved time tracking and estimating, task assignment, scheduling and communication.

Please click on our link for more details.   FunctionFox website
About Us
Our director, Rondelle Taylor, has had ten years experience as the financial controller of a medium sized agency, handling a wide variety of project types and sizes.
Recognising the problems of not having an adequate system for project management and profit tracking, and the need for the integration of separate systems (Excel, Word, and Myob etc.) led to the current consultancy role.
Maintaining a detailed analysis of available software solutions enables Software Downunder to recommend a system to best fit your needs.


About You

You need the software solution that suits the size of your business and the complexity of your projects. If your projects are simple and you currently have fewer than 10 people handling them, your software requirements may be simple also. Speak to our consultants about alternative software packages for your best fit.