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Microsoft Project Server vs Procore Project Management comparison

 

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

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Project Server
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
61
Ranking in other categories
Project Portfolio Management (4th)
Procore Project Management
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Project Management Software (20th)
 

Featured Reviews

Sean Achim - PeerSpot reviewer
Unlock comprehensive reporting and management with robust data extraction
The major advantage for me in using Microsoft Project Server is the SQL Server component. Using Power BI and SQL Server, I can extract a lot more data. The combination of Microsoft Project with Project Server and SharePoint provides a perfect solution for me. This setup allows for comprehensive reporting and management across multiple projects and portfolios.
Richard Davies - PeerSpot reviewer
Effective project coordination bridges field and office with real-time updates
It helps with project management. All the drawings and any changes to the drawings are uploaded to ensure that my team is looking at the most current versions. There is also reporting, allowing for the creation of reports in the field, including pictures and safety reports. You name it The…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The ability to look at the resource loading is most valuable."
"The ability to track a project's progress using Microsoft Project Server is the most valuable aspect. It depends, especially when managing multiple projects."
"It is well-established, reliable, and compatible."
"Technical support is good."
"The scheduling and the customization are very powerful."
"It's fine to navigate for a layperson."
"SharePoint site integration"
"Capacity management and task baselining are the most valuable features of Microsoft Project Server."
"The coordination between the field and the office without the need to print or physically transport drawings is very valuable."
"Other companies have been using it for years, and it is a very stable platform."
"The financial side of Procore Project Management is better."
 

Cons

"Resource management has room for improvement because it uses a lot of resources."
"The reporting in the desktop version is not highly customizable or professional compared to other solutions."
"The deployment aspect of the product is a bit tedious."
"Project Server could be improved by simplifying how tasks are assigned and reviewed on a daily basis."
"The user interface looks quite old and needs to be improved."
"Microsoft Project Server could improve by making the solution more user-friendly."
"We are on the on-prem version. The cloud, however, gives more regular updates that we can take advantage of."
"It would be useful if the solution allowed us to share files or project schedules. You may get that with the cloud version. However, it's not available on the on-premises versions."
"It would be nice if the tool can reduce its operational cost. It would make it more competitive."
"It is not entirely intuitive, so there are areas for improvement."
"It takes time to use it. It is not entirely intuitive, so there are areas for improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are some payments related to the licensing cost of Microsoft Project Server."
"There is a subscription model for different types of users for different types of roles."
"I would rate the price a six out of ten."
"I cannot comment on the price as I was not responsible for purchasing the solution."
"It is an inexpensive product."
"There is an annual license required for this solution."
"We have an enterprise agreement with Microsoft, and our licensing is based on the agreement."
"There is a licensing cost."
"The tool is cheap and I would rate it a ten out of ten."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Government
10%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Real Estate/Law Firm
12%
Construction Company
11%
Energy/Utilities Company
11%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Project Server?
The ability to track a project's progress using Microsoft Project Server is the most valuable aspect. It depends, especially when managing multiple projects.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Project Server?
Microsoft Project Server is on the expensive side due to high licensing costs, but it is mainly accessible to project managers. Online tools are cheaper and present competition.
What needs improvement with Microsoft Project Server?
The main drawback of Microsoft Project Server is that it is offline. Having it online would offer better access to other managers.
What do you like most about Procore Project Management?
The financial side of Procore Project Management is better.
What needs improvement with Procore Project Management?
I couldn't say what can be improved. I really don't use it that much yet. We are still growing into it. Other people in my company use it far more and are more advanced with it.
 

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Sample Customers

Magnachip, Gwinnett County Schools, CLEAResult, Medbit Oy, Intelbras S.A., ETS, CORE Construction, Keller Foundations
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