Planning management is a major challenge for consultants.
Between multiple projects, tight deadlines and the need to optimize resources, effective planning software is essential.
In this article, we’ll explore the best scheduling software for consultants, focusing on their features, ease of use and how they can help optimize resource management.
Teambook
Teambook is a scheduling solution designed to meet the needs of consulting teams. Unlike other software, Teambook offers a highly intuitive interface and advanced features to meet the specific needs of consultants.Main features
- real-time resource planning,
- skills management,
- view schedules,
- medium-term capacity analysis and simulation (6-24 months)
- Tracking of actual time spent on projects (timesheets)
- customizable dashboards,
- integration with other project management tools.
Advantages for consultants
Teambook stands out for its ability to customize schedules according to consultants’ skills and availability. Its simple, clear interface makes it easy to learn, which is essential for saving time. What’s more, Teambook Teambook offers finer-grained resource management, making it possible to anticipate needs, visualize potential overloads and proactively optimize work distribution. Finally, its real-time dashboard enables project managers to make informed decisions quickly, optimizing the management of each project.Why choose Teambook?
Unlike other tools, Teambook is specifically designed for consulting teams, enabling it to respond more precisely to the unique challenges of this profession. Its user-centered approach and time and resource management features make it an ideal choice for those seeking to optimize project management and maximize efficiency. What’s more? Teambook, developed in Switzerland, is available in several languages, including yours, and all data is stored in Europe.Price
- Offers a free 30-day trial of all features.
- Starter offer at $3 per month for planning up to 10 projects for small, growing structures.
- Plans start at $45 per month for a batch of 40 projects, with sliding-scale rates for larger teams, regardless of the number of users!
Wrike
Wrike is a project management and planning tool that combines flexibility and power. It is particularly well suited to large teams of consultants working on complex projects requiring close coordination between several teams.Main features
- task management,
- interactive calendar,
- customizable dashboard,
- real-time resource management.
Advantages for consultants
Wrike enables centralized project management, with clear visualization of schedules and resources. It is also effective in anticipating overloads and optimizing resource utilization.Weak points
Is complex for new users, and some advanced features are only available in the relatively expensive higher-level plans.Float
Float.com is an American scheduling software focused on simplicity and efficiency, ideal for teams of consultants who need to manage their resources and time in an agile way.Key features
- Resource planning,
- availability management,
- Customizable dashboards,
- Real time tracking.
Advantages for consultants
Float provides a quick overview of schedules and availability, making it easy to optimize resource management and prevent overloads. Its attractive graphic interface is easy to learn.Weak points
Project management functionalities may be limited compared to more comprehensive tools, making it less suitable for highly complex projects.Price
- Admission: $6/month per person (resource planning only)
- Pro: $10/month per person (resource planning + time tracking)
- Company: customized pricing
Resource Guru
Resource Guru is a resource management solution focused on optimizing team planning. Resource Guru can be used to plan all types of resources, not just human ones. This English platform is interesting for its slightly offbeat graphics, which communications agencies, Resource Guru’s initial target, love.Main features
- Real-time schedule management,
- resource allocation,
- availability monitoring
- skills management.
Advantages for consultants
Resource Guru provides a clear view of schedules and resource availability, making it easy to plan projects and anticipate specific needs. It’s a powerful tool for optimizing time and skills management, while minimizing the risk of overload.Weak points
Some advanced features may take a little time to master, which may slow down the initial learning curve for new users. Available in English only.Price
- From 6.65 USD (the 4.16 USD version is not very usable, as there is no reporting) per user per month.
- A free 30-day trial is available.
