Microsoft Project Server vs Sciforma comparison

Microsoft and Sciforma are both solutions in the Project Portfolio Management category. Microsoft is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.1, while Sciforma is ranked #12 with an average rating of 9.0. Microsoft holds a 5.1% mindshare in PPM, compared to Sciforma’s 3.8% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Sciforma users who would recommend it.

Microsoft Project Server

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87% willing to recommend

Sciforma

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100% willing to recommend

Microsoft Project Server

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 4, 2024

Microsoft Project Server and Sciforma are project management solutions. Sciforma seems to have the upper hand with its extensive features and simpler deployment, catering better to complex projects.

Features: Microsoft Project Server specializes in project scheduling, resource management, and integration within Microsoft products. Sciforma offers project portfolio management capabilities, advanced analytics, and customization options, providing more flexibility.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Project Server requires a complex setup using Microsoft infrastructure, while Sciforma's cloud-based model allows for simpler deployment. Sciforma provides more personalized customer support, whereas Microsoft Project Server relies on standardized channels.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Project Server has higher initial costs due to infrastructure and licenses, benefiting users within the Microsoft ecosystem. Sciforma's SaaS model offers predictable pricing with potentially faster ROI, thanks to lower startup investment and scalable pricing.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Project Server

Ranking in Project Portfolio Management

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Sciforma

Ranking in Project Portfolio Management

12th

Average Rating

9.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Project Management Software (21st)

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Project Portfolio Management category, the mindshare of Microsoft Project Server is 5.1%, down from 8.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sciforma is 3.8%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Project Portfolio Management Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Microsoft Project Server	5.1%
Sciforma	3.8%
Other	91.1%

Project Portfolio Management

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Mouloud Fourali

Project Manager at Digital Research Alliance of Canada

Visual project planning enhances collaboration and proactive management

The dependency management in Microsoft Project is highly valuable, as it visually maps dependencies and impacts within a project plan. The online version facilitates easy collaboration without having to share multiple versions of the file. The Gantt chart is also a very powerful tool for a visual presentation of sequences, critical paths, and execution processes, which simplifies comprehension for users.

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Corrie De Jonge

Consultant at The Project ConneXion

A project management solution that can be automated to suit your needs

I rate the initial setup a seven out of ten because it's easy. We had to really understand the solution because it's huge, and we had to know which sections to bite off first. I might even rate the initial setup a nine out of ten if you know what you've got. Once we had all our data and our migration plan, it was quite easy. The challenge lies more with the organization than the system itself. Sciforma is one of the easiest tools to get going with from a technical point of view, but knowledge is key. Deploying the solution takes from six months to a year, depending on the level of data wanted. While deploying the solution, we have to first compile the user's requirements. Then we have to drop a baseline specification in parallel with a concept rollout. Based on what's in the concept, we pick from what the client understands to be the relevant portions, the minimum requirements. Then I convert it into a project execution plan and then execute the plan. After that, we have initial data collection for configuration and then final live data. Then we have the sign-off processes of different departments. There's a lot of upfront work to get the data prepared for transmission, and that is a big challenge. We did almost a thousand projects per year, so there were quite a lot of decisions to speed up the deployment process. The biggest challenge was to get our internal data organized and map it.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The scheduling feature is the most useful."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is stable to use, especially since I work with Microsoft for an extended period."

"The key things are managing interactions, resource allocation, resource-leveling (enterprise) and as a collaborative tool, because we use it across multiple projects at a time."

"Resource allocation is the most valuable feature of Microsoft Project Server."

"The solution scales well."

"Technical support is good."

"The product is user-friendly."

"We use Microsoft Project Server for project management."

More Microsoft Project Server pros

"It makes it more fun to work with a modern designed and easy-to-use solution as a team and not add or analyze data alone. Internal, external, home office, remote work, desktop, mobile (available on iOS and Android), are always connected to One2Team."

"I find Sciforma's customizability valuable."

"The integrated portfolio and project management approach is the most valuable feature of Sciforma."

Cons

"It has to be more user-friendly. For instance, there should be some assistance, like when you go to certain sites, people pop up and say, "Can we help you? What are you looking for?" It's not interactive enough."

"I am not convinced that the pricing model is the right one."

"There need to be more tutorials available to users."

"When we started using this solution from scratch, we got lost. Microsoft should provide some templates for configurations for certain use cases."

"The solution should be made more collaborative."

"The solution's desktop version is not compatible with the MacBook."

"The check-in, check-out feature makes Microsoft Project Server pretty slow or cumbersome to use."

"The product is difficult to use for complex projects."

More Microsoft Project Server cons

"The solution's graphical user interface (GUI) is a bit old and could be improved."

"For the future AI (Artificial intelligence) must be part of a modern solution. AI is with its unique ability to monitor patterns, is a capable assistant for project managers. Artificial intelligence is being used to help with project organization on a collection of different data from multi-data sources."

"The report developer needs a bit of streamlining."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I'm not quite sure about the licensing costs. We're probably paying somewhere in the neighborhood of about 80,000 to 90,000 a year for our current on-prem because we handle our own licensing. As far as Project Online is concerned, we're still trying to get a good handle on that. It looks like it is going to be in a neighborhood of about 120,000 to 150,000 a year, but we're getting a lot more capability out of it."

"We pay an annual licensing fee for the solution."

"A standard license is cheaper, but if you want more features, then there is a premium license or professional license."

"It's not subscription-based, we purchased the on-premises version."

"We have an enterprise agreement with Microsoft, and our licensing is based on the agreement."

"I think they need more flexibility with licensing, because there are preconceived ideas that don't allow as much flexibility with the various licenses."

"There is an annual license required for this solution."

"It is on the expensive side."

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"I rate the pricing a four out of ten because Sciforma's rates are good."

"The solution's pricing is neither too expensive nor too cheap."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Government

Energy/Utilities Company

Financial Services Firm

24%

Insurance Company

15%

Computer Software Company

Construction Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	25
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	33

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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.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Project Server?

The pricing for Microsoft Project Server is standard, around $200-$250, but I think it's actually $80 to $100 per year. The pricing for Microsoft Project Server is relative; I would say it is cheap.

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Project Server?

In order to improve Microsoft Project Server, collaborative features could be enhanced, as it is possible to improve it in a collaborative way similar to other office products, for example, using c...

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What do you like most about One2team?

The integrated portfolio and project management approach is the most valuable feature of Sciforma.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for One2team?

The solution's pricing is neither too expensive nor too cheap.

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What needs improvement with One2team?

The solution's graphical user interface (GUI) is a bit old and could be improved.

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Overview

Microsoft Project Server facilitates project portfolio management and everyday collaboration, enhancing decision-making processes. Its integration with SharePoint offers a flexible solution for enterprise project management, catering to complex project needs seamlessly.

Microsoft Project Server empowers project teams and managers with enhanced communication and comprehensive project visibility. It supports dynamic resource allocation, financial tracking, and risk assessment. A cloud-ready platform, it simplifies deployment and scalability, suitable for diverse project environments and needs robust integration with leading productivity tools and services.

What are the key features of Microsoft Project Server?

Resource Management: Allocate and track resources efficiently to optimize productivity.
Portfolio Analysis: Assess and prioritize projects based on strategic alignment and constraints.
Time Reporting: Streamline time tracking and reporting for accurate project insights.
Integration with Office: Seamlessly connects with Microsoft Office applications for enhanced productivity.
Security and Compliance: Ensures data security with customizable permissions and compliance standards.

What benefits can users expect from Microsoft Project Server?

Enhanced Collaboration: Facilitates communication and collaboration among project teams.
Improved Decision Making: Offers comprehensive data analytics for strategic planning.
Efficiency Gains: Streamlines project management workflows for increased productivity.
Cost Management: Enables effective budget tracking and financial control.

Industries such as construction, IT services, and pharmaceuticals leverage Microsoft Project Server for managing large-scale projects with precision. Its adaptability to different industry standards ensures specific project requirements are met while maintaining operational control and regulatory compliance.

Microsoft

Sciforma is a leading provider of Project & Portfolio Management Software. With more than 30 years of experience, Sciforma is tailored to meet any industries' needs. Sciforma is an enterprise-wide solutions created to meet strategic, functional and executional needs. Adaptability and scalability are the perfect adjectives to describe Sciforma, which is available SaaS, Hosted and On-Site.

Sciforma

Sample Customers

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

1&1, ABB, abbvie, Accor, Acoss, Actia, ALD Automotive, Airbus, Artelia, ascom

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