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Campfire Interactive vs OpenText Project and Portfolio Management comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
3.4
Campfire Interactive boosts efficiency by over 50%, increasing revenue, improving decision-making, and saving labor costs significantly.
Sentiment score
4.5
Users are uncertain about ROI from OpenText PPM, anticipating potential value post-full implementation despite current mixed opinions.
Previously, our younger team members would spend three to four days on data entry to compile information that we can now access instantly with Campfire Interactive.
Director of Sales at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
We were able to find six labor equivalents or six individuals’ worth of incremental efficiency through the implementation of Campfire Interactive.
Vice President Business Development at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Enhancing our commercial strategy has been a significant advantage, resulting in millions of dollars in additional revenue that our sales team has been able to achieve through effective planning.
Director of Sales Planning at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.6
Campfire Interactive's support is praised for accessibility, though enhancements face delays due to limited workforce capacity.
Sentiment score
7.4
OpenText support is inconsistent, with mixed reviews on responsiveness, satisfaction, bug fixing, and technical expertise ratings between 5-9.
The team is always available to diagnose any issues, respond, and they respond quickly.
Director, Business Systems at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
When they secure many new contracts, the staff can be stretched thin to meet deadlines.
Global Manager of Sales Excellence at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Overall, their support is good to excellent, but if the issue is a little more complex, it can take a little longer.
Sales Analyst at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
5.2
Campfire Interactive scales well with effective integrations, though flexibility and financial constraints can hinder standalone growth and expansion.
Sentiment score
7.7
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management is highly praised for its scalability, accommodating growth seamlessly for various business sizes.
I don't have any concerns about scaling up for that. The concerns are more about implementation than scalability.
Market Intelligence & Sales Forecasting at RESRG Automotive
In terms of scalability, Campfire Interactive rates as either a nine out of ten.
Director of Sales at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
The scalability of the system is a ten out of ten.
Vice President Business Development at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.9
Campfire Interactive is generally stable, with minimal downtime, but suffers from integration bugs and occasional performance issues globally.
Sentiment score
7.5
OpenText PPM is stable, especially on Windows, though some users report version-specific issues and infrastructure-related downtimes.
When it slows down so much, we've had to have Campfire Interactive shut down the system and restart it.
Information Technology Manager at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
If there is something that they feel is a bug or needs a fix that needs to be pushed through, we're able to work with them effectively to schedule those things and not be disruptive to the business.
Market Intelligence & Sales Forecasting at RESRG Automotive
There's a lack of global support when we have issues.
Global Director, Business Development & Marketing at Aludyne
While it is generally stable, there is still some room for improvement.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Campfire Interactive needs enhancements in reporting, integration, user interface, service communication, and pricing clarity for improved functionality.
OpenText needs improved reporting, user interface, resource management, integration, and security, alongside better mobile, database, and automation features.
Currently, if we receive a quotation for 20 parts, we can enter one opportunity in our homegrown system that allows us to list all 20 parts within that single opportunity, but Campfire Interactive requires creating separate opportunities for each part.
Director of Sales at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
They are looking into AI to make longer projections possible and to also improve the quality of the data that we have in the system to calculate this LOP based on historical data or IHS information.
Global Manager of Sales Excellence at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
The issues are more related to technical service, specifically when we have an issue or problem with the tool, the communication gap, and the follow-through on issues that need improvement.
Market Intelligence & Sales Forecasting at RESRG Automotive
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management could improve in several areas such as portfolio planning and resource allocation.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
 

Setup Cost

Campfire Interactive's pricing is high but negotiable, prompting some clients to consider internal alternatives, especially during organizational changes.
OpenText pricing is seen as high by SMBs, but offers transparency with separate licenses and no hidden costs.
We had a one-time fee and now I think they are on a subscription model.
Forecasting Manager at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
They were asking for a certain percentage increase, and we said that was not acceptable. They were willing to settle on a different number.
Market Intelligence & Sales Forecasting at RESRG Automotive
Campfire Interactive is on the expensive side, with approximately $100,000 to $120,000 in expenses.
Director of Sales at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
It is not overly expensive and provides a fair value for the features offered.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
 

Valuable Features

Campfire Interactive excels in speed, forecasting, and automation, offering seamless integration, GDPR compliance, and highly rated customer service.
OpenText PPM offers a user-friendly interface with real-time data, integration flexibility, and tools for efficient project and financial management.
Since it's actually in a system and not being maintained in a spreadsheet, it has improved both time and accuracy.
Information Technology Manager at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Now everybody is using one set of numbers, and this has helped us improve our revenue forecasting projections by 50%.
Director, Business Systems at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
What makes Campfire Interactive's sales forecasting feature stand out for me is that it is browser-based, making it a unified program solution for forecasting, viewing actuals, analyzing short-term trends, and using that information to create long-term strategies.
Sales Operations Analyst at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
The workflow is amazing and highly effective in streamlining processes.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

Campfire Interactive
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
5.5
Number of Reviews
18
Ranking in other categories
Project Management Software (11th), Opportunity Management (5th)
OpenText Project and Portfo...
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
Project Portfolio Management (9th)
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2727627 - PeerSpot reviewer
Director of Sales Planning at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Enables us to consolidate data, quickly assess changes, and turn around quotes much faster
I wouldn't say there are any system issues. There are minor enhancements that we request from time to time, and the Campfire team collaborates with us on those. These enhancements are not system issues; rather, they are opportunities for us to learn how to utilize the system more effectively. As a result, we come up with requests to add different cost categories and additional reporting functionality. When I think about the system, I focus less on issues and more on how the Campfire client integrates it into their business processes and trains users to use it correctly. This integration is really the key point; it's all about how the client incorporates the product into their workflows. Regarding BI Reporting, the standard reporting module within Campfire Interactive primarily gives you an Excel data dump, and while there are some visualizations for creating dashboards, I found those limited for my needs. We started presenting the data to Microsoft Power BI, which is much better for generating the reports I want. The forecast accuracy of Campfire Interactive has been generally good, with no significant issues. However, there are some improvements we could make to achieve more granular data. For example, we have parts that are common to multiple vehicle programs, but the system does not allow for custom volume settings for each program. I've used other systems and each has its pros and cons. Campfire advantages include speed and an easy to use price table. One area for improvement would be the integration of actuals from our ERP systems. There is currently no interface within the Campfire application to assist with the alignment of actual ship records with the forecast part records.
reviewer1905414 - PeerSpot reviewer
PPM SaaS Application Manager at a government with 10,001+ employees
Gives management a cohesive place for tracking business strategies and goals, but cosmetic aspects need work
I like the ease of customization from an admin perspective. I'm really excited about some of the things that are coming in version 10.0.3 as far as what admins are able to do. I also really like how the program portfolio and project management roll up into each other. That's going to be a really good feature for our organization because we have a lot of things that are related, and it's nice to have things under one umbrella where we can go back to them. I also like the fact that it's not very difficult to integrate with other applications, as long as you have the right people with the right skill sets on board. I have seen us integrate with a couple of other cloud solutions and that was done fairly quickly. It's the ease of use and the ability to customize PPM that really work in our favor. Another useful aspect is that the solution gives us a single place where teams can track and measure progress towards their goals. That it is very important from an upper management perspective. Part of the reason that they're using the application is to have a cohesive place for tracking business strategies and organizational goals, and to only implement projects that line up with them.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
43%
Manufacturing Company
16%
Computer Software Company
9%
Construction Company
5%
Construction Company
20%
Financial Services Firm
11%
University
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Large Enterprise18
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business8
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise15
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Campfire Interactive?
I did not have to deal with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Campfire Interactive.
What needs improvement with Campfire Interactive?
Campfire Interactive can be improved as I would like a few things to be more user-friendly. The user interface is slightly dated, the reporting features are also dated, and for our specific busines...
What is your primary use case for Campfire Interactive?
My main use case for Campfire Interactive is opportunity management, reporting, and planning. A specific example of how I use it for opportunity management reporting and planning is budgeting and f...
Any experience with Strategic Project Portfolio Management Solutions?
Hi, @Cheryl Joseph Micro Focus Project and Portfolio Management solution could be a good candidate, see my review on this product, or if you may need more information to drop me a message. You can...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Micro Focus Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)?
The price of this solution is reasonable. It is not overly expensive and provides a fair value for the features offered.
What needs improvement with Micro Focus Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)?
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management could improve in several areas such as portfolio planning and resource allocation. Additionally, strategic portfolio management and investment management s...
 

Also Known As

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Micro Focus Project and Portfolio Management (PPM), HPE Project and Portfolio Management PPM
 

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Sample Customers

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Bank Simpanan Nasional, Smart Communications, Aareon AG
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