Why should you use NetSuite for project management, and why are the Boards for NetSuite and Reporter for NetSuite apps necessary?

Using NetSuite for project management offers a powerful and integrated solution that enables companies to manage their projects efficiently while coordinating with other business functions. Here’s why NetSuite is ideal for project management, and why the Boards for NetSuite and Reporter for NetSuite apps are valuable additions to maximize the potential in project management:

Why Use NetSuite for Project Management?

Integrated Business System: NetSuite is a fully integrated platform that brings together all business processes, including project management, finance, CRM, and HR, under one roof. This integration allows for seamless information flow between different departments, enhancing coordination and efficiency.

Real-Time Tracking: With NetSuite, project managers have access to real-time data on project progress, budgets, and resource utilization. This enables them to identify problem areas and make quick, informed decisions to keep the project on track.

Scalability and Flexibility: NetSuite is scalable and can easily be adapted to fit the growth and changing needs of your business. Whether you’re managing small or large projects, NetSuite can grow with your organization, making it a long-term solution for project management.

Process Automation: NetSuite provides tools to automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks, such as time tracking, billing, and milestone monitoring. This reduces the administrative burden and frees up time for more strategic work.

Why Are Boards for NetSuite and Reporter for NetSuite Necessary for Project Management in NetSuite?

Boards for NetSuite:

Visual Project Overview: Boards for NetSuite adds a visual dimension to project management, where tasks and project workflows are presented in an intuitive Kanban interface. This makes it easy for team members to quickly get an overview of what needs to be done and where the project stands.

Simple Task Management: With Boards, you can easily drag and drop tasks between different stages (e.g., “To Do,” “In Progress,” “Done”), making it easier for project managers to track progress and reallocate resources as needed.

Real-Time Collaboration: The app supports collaboration by giving all team members access to updated project status information in real time, promoting effective communication and faster decision-making.

Reporter for NetSuite:

In-Depth Analysis and Reporting: Reporter for NetSuite offers powerful tools for creating detailed and customized reports, providing project managers and decision-makers with a deeper understanding of project performance, budget tracking, and resource utilization.

Automated Reporting: With Reporter, you can schedule automatic reports that provide updated information on project progress and results, saving time and ensuring that management always has access to the latest data.

Interactive Visualizations: The app offers interactive graphs and charts that make it easier to interpret large amounts of data and identify trends or problem areas, which is crucial for making well-informed decisions.

Run and filter project reports directly on the user’s dashboard. Drill down into different sections directly within the report.

Summary

NetSuite is a powerful tool for project management, offering an integrated platform to manage all aspects of a project. However, its functionality can be further enhanced with the help of Boards for NetSuite and Reporter for NetSuite. Boards provides a visual and intuitive overview of project workflows, improving team collaboration and efficiency. Reporter offers in-depth insights through advanced reporting and analysis, supporting data-driven decisions and helping keep projects on track. Together, these apps create a more complete and powerful solution for project management within NetSuite.

SuiteCorner has packaged NetSuite with these apps into a solution we call Project Accelerate for NetSuite. Does that sound interesting? You can read more about Project Accelerate for NetSuite here.

/Rikard Burman Holmgren
CEO