Float Features
What are the features of Float?
Time Tracking
- Ease of Completing Timesheets
- Tracking Time to Project/Task
- Billable Time Rate Management
Mobile Time Tracking
- Time Tracking
Administration
- Business Tool Integration
- Automated Reminders
- User, Role, and Access Management
Platform
- Reporting
- Performance and Reliability
Planning
- Resource Definiton
- Capacity
- Scheduling
Optimization
- Performance
- Forecasting
- Corrections
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Time Tracking
Ease of Completing Timesheets | Timesheet entry takes little time and is intuitive for new users 434 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 85% (Based on 434 reviews) | |
Tracking Time to Project/Task | Based on 446 Float reviews. Users can easily track time based on task or activity and assign to projects | 87% (Based on 446 reviews) | |
Billable Time Rate Management | Based on 406 Float reviews. Allows users and administrators to adjust rates based on user, role, task, project assignments, etc. | 82% (Based on 406 reviews) |
Mobile Time Tracking
Time Tracking | As reported in 381 Float reviews. Allows users to track and enter time spent on project tasks from mobile device. | 82% (Based on 381 reviews) |
Administration
Business Tool Integration | Provides standard connectors for popular Finance, Payroll, HRMS and CRM systems 363 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 76% (Based on 363 reviews) | |
Automated Reminders | Sends automatic reminders to employees that have not completed expenses reports and/or timesheets 373 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 76% (Based on 373 reviews) | |
User, Role, and Access Management | As reported in 376 Float reviews. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. | 82% (Based on 376 reviews) | |
Permissions | Define and manage roles and access rights for the entire system. This feature was mentioned in 191 Float reviews. | 81% (Based on 191 reviews) | |
Procedures | Based on 190 Float reviews. Maintain procedures for data access and governance. | 79% (Based on 190 reviews) | |
Remote Work | Allow users to use the system online and on mobile devices. 197 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 87% (Based on 197 reviews) |
Platform
Reporting | As reported in 376 Float reviews. Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards. | 79% (Based on 376 reviews) | |
APIs / Integration | As reported in 339 Float reviews. Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications. | 72% (Based on 339 reviews) | |
Internationalization | Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies. This feature was mentioned in 339 Float reviews. | 73% (Based on 339 reviews) | |
Performance and Reliability | As reported in 395 Float reviews. Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took. | 86% (Based on 395 reviews) | |
Mobile User Support | Allows software to be easily used on multiple mobile devices include phone and tablet devices. This feature was mentioned in 349 Float reviews. | 77% (Based on 349 reviews) |
Tasks
Creation & Assignment | Based on 359 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Create and assign tasks for individual users with details and due dates. | 86% (Based on 359 reviews) | |
Due Dates | Based on 346 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Set deadlines and milestones for tasks, manually or automatically (based on project templates). | 82% (Based on 346 reviews) | |
Task Prioritization | Based on 331 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Set priority levels on tasks so individuals can organize their work. | 81% (Based on 331 reviews) | |
To-Do Lists | As reported in 305 Float reviews. Each user can view their list of tasks to be completed without having access to other tasks. | 75% (Based on 305 reviews) | |
Dependecies | Define dependencies between tasks and the rules to manage them. 263 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 72% (Based on 263 reviews) | |
Mass Updates | Based on 307 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows users to update multiple tasks at the same time, accross multiple projects. | 75% (Based on 307 reviews) | |
Drag & Drop | Based on 344 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Users can move tasks and change dependencies using drag and drop. | 85% (Based on 344 reviews) | |
Recurring Tasks | Based on 335 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Define recurring tasks that can be scheduled automatically at pre-defined intervals. | 82% (Based on 335 reviews) |
Projects
Planning | Based on 337 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Plan and create work breakdown structure (WBS) based on the scope of the project. | 86% (Based on 337 reviews) | |
Project Map | Based on 308 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Projects can be mapped out with milestones, due dates, deliverables and interdependencies. | 78% (Based on 308 reviews) | |
GANTT | Based on 281 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Provide visual representations of tasks, dependencies, and progress. | 73% (Based on 281 reviews) | |
Calendar View | Based on 358 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Planned projects are mapped to a schedule with due dates and deliverables detailed day-by-day. | 86% (Based on 358 reviews) | |
Views | Based on 317 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Create customized project views for internal and external purposes (eg: for customers). | 82% (Based on 317 reviews) | |
Project Budgeting | Based on 279 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Associate a budget with a project and allocate it accordingly by task or resource. | 77% (Based on 279 reviews) | |
Templates | Provide standards templates that can be customized by users to create new projects. 235 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 72% (Based on 235 reviews) | |
Time & Expense | Based on 306 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Track time and expenses associated with projects or tasks. | 79% (Based on 306 reviews) | |
Methodologies | Based on 270 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Support agile and waterfall project management methodologies. | 75% (Based on 270 reviews) |
Resource Management
Resource Definiton | Based on 307 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Create human and material resources and categorize them based on skills and other criteria. | 81% (Based on 307 reviews) | |
Capacity | Based on 322 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Monitor capacity in real time to track resource use and identify bottlenecks. | 86% (Based on 322 reviews) | |
Scheduling | Based on 353 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allocate resources by matching capacity and demand, by project, team, or department. | 90% (Based on 353 reviews) |
Project Monitoring
Baselining / KPIs | Based on 270 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Track key performance indicators or baseline assessments throughout project lifecycle or across multiple projects. | 74% (Based on 270 reviews) | |
Resource Allocation | Based on 317 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Monitor resource allocation to identify shortages and adjust accordingly. | 85% (Based on 317 reviews) | |
Dashboards | Based on 303 Float reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Deliver dashboards that display project data and KPIs in real time. | 80% (Based on 303 reviews) |
Planning
Resource Definiton | As reported in 444 Float reviews. Create human and material resources and categorize them based on skills and other criteria. | 82% (Based on 444 reviews) | |
Capacity | Based on 464 Float reviews. Monitor capacity in real time to track resource use and identify bottlenecks. | 85% (Based on 464 reviews) | |
Scheduling | Allocate resources by matching capacity and demand, by project, team, or department. 517 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 517 reviews) |
Optimization
Performance | Monitor the performance of each resource by project, portfolio, or resource type. This feature was mentioned in 441 Float reviews. | 81% (Based on 441 reviews) | |
Forecasting | Based on 445 Float reviews. Provide demand-driven forecasts to prepare and plan for future projects. | 79% (Based on 445 reviews) | |
Corrections | Identify misutilizations and provide suggestions to improve planning and scheduling. 418 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 77% (Based on 418 reviews) |
Automation
Workflows | Based on 194 Float reviews. Provide standard workflows that can be used accross the company. | 80% (Based on 194 reviews) | |
Customization | Allow administrators to configure workflows and processes. 192 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 80% (Based on 192 reviews) | |
Data repository | As reported in 192 Float reviews. Deliver a single data repository for all project information. | 76% (Based on 192 reviews) |
Project management
Task Prioritization | Set priority levels on tasks so individuals can organize their work. This feature was mentioned in 199 Float reviews. | 81% (Based on 199 reviews) | |
Dependecies | Based on 192 Float reviews. Define dependencies between tasks and the rules to manage them. | 75% (Based on 192 reviews) | |
Planning | As reported in 197 Float reviews. Plan and create work breakdown structure (WBS) based on the scope of the project. | 84% (Based on 197 reviews) | |
Views | Based on 195 Float reviews. Create customized project views for internal and external purposes (eg: for customers). | 80% (Based on 195 reviews) | |
Scheduling | Based on 199 Float reviews. Allocate resources by matching capacity and demand, by project, team, or department. | 88% (Based on 199 reviews) | |
Critical Path | Automatically calculate the critical path for projects and update it when projects change. This feature was mentioned in 190 Float reviews. | 76% (Based on 190 reviews) | |
Dashboards | As reported in 191 Float reviews. Deliver dashboards that display project data and KPIs in real time. | 79% (Based on 191 reviews) |
Workload
Resource Allocation | Based on 191 Float reviews. Monitor resource allocation to identify shortages and adjust accordingly. | 86% (Based on 191 reviews) | |
Workspace | Define customizable workspace for teams, departments, and external users. 189 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 81% (Based on 189 reviews) | |
Configuration | Provide drag and drop options to configure workspaces. This feature was mentioned in 186 Float reviews. | 79% (Based on 186 reviews) | |
Insights | Monitor work accross the company and analyze performance. This feature was mentioned in 185 Float reviews. | 79% (Based on 185 reviews) |
Communication & Collaboration
Communication Channels | Support multiple channels for internal and external communications. 189 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 72% (Based on 189 reviews) | |
Document Management | See feature definition | As reported in 185 Float reviews. Allow users to share and collaborate on documents and files. | 68% (Based on 185 reviews) |
Collaboration | As reported in 189 Float reviews. Help users meet, share workspaces, and collaborate on tasks. | 76% (Based on 189 reviews) |
Cost Management
Project Budgeting | Associate a budget with a project and allocate it accordingly by task or resource. This feature was mentioned in 189 Float reviews. | 76% (Based on 189 reviews) | |
Time & Expense | Track time and expenses associated with projects or tasks. 188 reviewers of Float have provided feedback on this feature. | 81% (Based on 188 reviews) | |
Profitability | As reported in 185 Float reviews. Monitor project proftability by team or department. | 75% (Based on 185 reviews) |
Integration
Front Office | Based on 180 Float reviews. Integrate with CRM, marketing, or customer service software. | 70% (Based on 180 reviews) | |
Back Office | Based on 180 Float reviews. Provide integration with accounting software and ERP systems. | 71% (Based on 180 reviews) | |
External data | Based on 182 Float reviews. Connect to external data sources such as databases or BI software. | 70% (Based on 182 reviews) |
