Sub-tasks are definitely one of the most requested features to add in AceProject. We are still unsure as to whether they will be added someday or not. There are technical reasons, but also usability reasons. Actually, sub-tasks wouldn't be used by everyone, and most users who would, don't need all the sub-tasking properties available in [...]
As you already know, we are currently working on adding expenses management to AceProject. Basically, users will allowed to record expenses against projects or tasks. Each expense can be sent for approval and tracked in reports. As a teaser, here are a few screenshots: This page will be available in the "My Office" section. This [...]
A new default skin will be introducted in our next version (4.8). All users who are currently set with the "Classic Blue" skin (the default right now) will see the new skin as soon as they get upgraded. Michel, our graphic designer, has been working hard on that skin for quite a while. The skin [...]
We are proud to announce that all paid accounts will have their own private SQL Server database from now on. Previously, only the Hosted Gold package and the grandfathered Hosted Pro used to have a private database. As a result, Hosted Standard and Hosted Advanced accounts will get the following benefits: FTP access for downloading [...]
When selling a product or service, we tend to focus on the attractive traits of the product. Having the best features. Meeting the bestest, newest requirements on the market. Making the prospective customer's eye twinkle when they see our product. That's very important, because if there is no seduction, no twinkling in the eyes, there [...]
Project management is, in my opinion, much more about soft skills than processes and forms. In this short ebook published by the government of Canada, we get valuable advice and techniques to improve our leadership. Coaching Practices for Managers is a handbook to learn how to understand beyond what the person is really saying. It's [...]
Ah, Seth Godin. If you're involved with marketing, branding, or life online, his blog is required reading. Seth has a very inspiring, no-nonsense way to think and express ideas. In an interview he gave for the Spark 97 podcast, he was talking about how to get from living life offline to getting on the bandwagon [...]
Structure is good. Structure helps us make sense of our projects. Structure guides us. But does structure have to be so darn inflexible? Nouveau Variation from Syntopia I vow that in 2010, we put some smarts on our structure. That we walk away from rigidity and embrace a more intelligent way to structure our projects. [...]
It's that time of year again: most of us are getting ready to a well-deserved break from projects and business. On behalf of the whole team, I would like to give you my warmest wishes for the holiday season and the coming year. Yes, we're taking a break too! We would like to inform you [...]
Software bugs by FlapJack Last week we held our Q&A webinars. The idea was simple: we wanted to answer everyone's questions about AceProject. Also, we had put together a little surprise for our attendees: screen shots of the upcoming cost tracking features. The first webinar went well and people we really happy with it! We [...]
