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Compare Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management and OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.8% of reviews)
Enterprise (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$10.00
No pricing available
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management
Star Rating
(1,618)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$10.00
Browse all 6 pricing plansOpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)
Star Rating
(29)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management excels in task management features, particularly with its "Task Prioritization" and "Dependencies" scoring 9.1, which allows for effective project organization. In contrast, OpenText PPM, while competent, does not match this level of granularity in task management.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Project's "GANTT" view is highly praised for its clarity and usability, scoring 8.7, making it easier for teams to visualize project timelines. OpenText PPM's GANTT capabilities are functional but lack the same level of user satisfaction.
- G2 users highlight the superior "Portfolio Management" capabilities of Microsoft Project, particularly in "Planning" (9.2) and "Alignment" (8.8), which are crucial for strategic decision-making. OpenText PPM, while offering portfolio management, does not provide the same depth in these areas.
- Users on G2 report that Microsoft Project's "Ease of Setup" (7.5) and "Ease of Use" (7.3) are slightly better than OpenText PPM's scores of 7.7 and 7.1, respectively, indicating a more user-friendly experience for new users.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Project's "Quality of Support" (7.6) is generally viewed as reliable, although OpenText PPM's support (7.3) is also commendable, users feel that Microsoft provides a more robust support system when issues arise.
- Users say that Microsoft Project's "Data Import" feature (8.7) is highly effective, allowing for seamless integration of existing data, which is a significant advantage over OpenText PPM, where users report challenges in data integration.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management
Planner Plan 1
$10.00
Formerly Project Plan 1
- Includes everything in Planner in Microsoft 365, plus:
- Backlogs and sprints
- Premium plan templates
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management
No trial information availableOpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
1,442
8.3
23
Ease of Use
7.3
1,448
7.1
24
Ease of Setup
7.5
484
7.7
14
Ease of Admin
7.6
453
8.4
15
Quality of Support
7.6
1,138
7.3
20
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
422
8.0
14
Product Direction (% positive)
6.6
1,423
6.6
24
Features by Category
Tasks
8.5
77
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
81
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
79
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Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
77
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Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.8
41
Feature Not Available
7.9
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Projects
8.8
80
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
78
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Verified
Feature Not Available
8.7
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
78
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
68
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.8
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.3
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
8.5
68
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Portfolio Management
8.6
71
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Verified
Not enough data
9.2
76
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
75
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
68
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Verified
Not enough data
Project Management
9.1
78
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Verified
Not enough data
9.1
76
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
70
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.6
79
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
78
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data & Analytics
8.7
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
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Cost Tracking
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Task Creation
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Task Management
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Generative AI
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Automation
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Administration
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Project management
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Workload
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Communication & Collaboration
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Cost Management
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Integration
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Earned Value
8.2
13
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
Performance
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
Integration
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
Communication
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Content & Documents
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Controls
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Project Management
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Remote Collaboration
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Generative AI
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Strategic Planning - Strategic Portfolio Management
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Strategic Management - Strategic Portfolio Management
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Data Analysis - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
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Artificial Intelligence - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
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Communication
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Planning
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Workflow Management
Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management and OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) are categorized as Project and Portfolio Management and Project Management
Unique Categories
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management is categorized as Earned Value Management, Product Management, Project Collaboration, Task Management, and Work Management
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) is categorized as Project Cost Management and Strategic Portfolio Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
14.4%
Construction
4.9%
Computer Software
4.9%
Hospital & Health Care
4.8%
Higher Education
4.5%
Other
66.7%
Information Technology and Services
25.0%
Telecommunications
8.3%
Insurance
8.3%
Broadcast Media
8.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.2%
Other
45.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Microsoft Project & Portfolio Management
Most Helpful Favorable Review
John O.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Microsoft Project has been a standard for tracking projects of various sizes. The dependency chaining works quite well and helps visualize resource and task scheduling. Good for milestone tracking at a high level, while also designating resources to...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Brittany T.
Verified User in Computer Software
It is buggy and difficult to use at times. It does not lend its self to ease of use.
OpenText Project and Portfolio Management (PPM)
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Peter B.
Verified User in Computer Software
I evaluated and ran a trial of this software a few years ago and it basically was a good tool for large IT shops that need to keep track of all their projects in one central repository.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Automotive
In our workforce, PPM is mandatory and required, but nobody likes using it. It's bulky, it's slow, and the UI is not intuitive. Many features are hidden behind screens that are hard to find without proper guidance or training. Recalling timesheets is a pain.
John O.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Microsoft Project has been a standard for tracking projects of various sizes. The dependency chaining works quite well and helps visualize resource and task scheduling. Good for milestone tracking at a high level, while also designating resources to...
Peter B.
Verified User in Computer Software
I evaluated and ran a trial of this software a few years ago and it basically was a good tool for large IT shops that need to keep track of all their projects in one central repository.
Brittany T.
Verified User in Computer Software
It is buggy and difficult to use at times. It does not lend its self to ease of use.
Verified User in Automotive
In our workforce, PPM is mandatory and required, but nobody likes using it. It's bulky, it's slow, and the UI is not intuitive. Many features are hidden behind screens that are hard to find without proper guidance or training. Recalling timesheets is a pain.
Alternatives
Discussions
I am a new project coordinator for a business that has never used one. Is this a good product for us to use or is there something else that I should use first?
4 comments
DD
In general, this is a good product for project planning. However, as with most solutions, you need to determine your requirements and compare to the...Read more
How do I best plan my resources with MS Project?
3 comments
DD
MS Project has resource planning capabilities. You can create a master list of resources for your project. Each resource can have a cost associated with it...Read more
Can I brand the design to look like my company?
2 comments
WG
Yes, it has good and extensive branding optionsRead more
Is there anyone who can help to export a HP-PPM schedule and import to P6?
1 comment
JA
Neels,
I think that I could help you. Could you send me a sample of the data fields available from your original software?
thanks,
JJ ...Read more
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