I have been searching through all of these, and I just cannot make a decision on which one to use. Some of them seem to get pretty expensive if you have a lot of clients and projects. If you could give me what you have found to be the pros and cons of the one you use, that would be great. Also, for those who don't use one, could you let me know why and what you do instead?

Thanks!

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~ Tami
Kelley Virtual Solutions

Tami, I'm learning MS Project 2007, so far it's ok, but I think I like Base Camp better, it seems to me after using the Demo (BC's), it's easier than Project...
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I started using BaseCamp and I'm liking it alot. There seems to be alot of flexibility with the product that I like and the permissions are extremely easy and simple to set up. If you operate a multi-va business, there is a time tracking feature built in (it's available with the Plus version). They do offer a free 30 day test drive, so it may be worth checking out.

Prior to that I used MS Sharepoint for about a year. Sharepoint was easy to navigate, probably because it's familiar Microsoft, but it was taking forever to customize the way I wanted it. Plus I'm kind of anti-MS so I wanted out.

I like using project management software because it gives me a true handle of where I am on projects and where my subcontractors are on projects. It took a little while for the clients to get used to my system...well the ones who have been with me for years, but now it's second nature. They are extremely impressed that they can see what's going on at a click of a button.

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I can't answer to this one as I am still on the same track with getting to know project management software. Any more suggestions?

From my experience, I would suggest Basecamp and Central Desktop.

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Carlana Charles - Ciboney Virtual Solutions
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Personally, I use Backpack it's made by the same people that make Basecamp but it's cheaper. It has less functions than basecamp but it works for my needs.

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Lanel Taylor, CVA ~ Virtual Bookkeeper
Taylored Office Solutions
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I'm using Client Spot for right now and so far I really like what it has to offer. It's simple and intuitive to use and fits my needs. It allows for projects, tasks, tracking of time spent on tasks, comments and uploading files.

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Airset is pretty good and free. I am going to try Microsoft Office Live inth enext few weeks for a client and will post my comments.

HyperOffice is very good, but takes some time to set-up and can be costly.

Donna

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Donna Cravotta
Virtual Management Concepts LLC
www.virtualmanagementconceptsllc.com

Thank you, Lanel!

I just signed up for BackPack Thursday night on your recommendation. I got the solo version for $7/month and still have the ability to share pages with folks and they can upload files, make changes etc.

I have only been playing around in there, but have enjoyed coming up with ALL the different ways you can use it. It really isn't just for projects, you can keep track of sooooo many things there.

I had always heard of BaseCamp but I think BackPack will suit my needs much, much better (re: simplicity & cost).

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Kari Thevenot, Virtual Assistant
www.yourlefthand.net

I just downloaded Iceberg. I am still playing with it. So far I like it.