Project management tools provide features meant to complement project management software. These tools should not be confused with project management software; project management tools cannot be used to manage projects from beginning to end. Additionally, project management tools offer functionality such as project visualization, planning, and advanced reporting, the latter of which is not always included in traditional project management software.
Some project management tools were created to complement one or a few project management software products. Other tools are more generic but usually require project data import/export and integration with project management.
To qualify for inclusion in the Project Management Tools category, a product must:
Provide limited features that cannot be used to manage end-to-end projects
Integrate with project management software or provide data transfer options