Computer Planner Software
OutlookOutlook is the calendar program of the Microsoft Office suite, and as such it does the best job of syncing with other Microsoft products.Outlook Summary Price May already be on your computer; otherwise $110 ACT!ACT! is a computer planner software program created by Sage to allow users to organize the major components of their business: what they need to do, when they need to do it, and with whom it will be done.Like Outlook, ACT! does well with recurring appointments, and will alert you at a specified time before the event, and although ACT! is slightly more flexible in these areas, where it really shines is in contact management. ACT! already comes with more information slots for your contacts, and has much greater customization than Outlook, allowing a Realtor to track the price range of each client, a computer tech to note the model and operating system of each customer, and a teacher to record all of the grades for each student . ACT! also does a better job of record-keeping: it automatically keeps track of every appointment you've had with a contact, and has a much more extensive notes section. If you need to keep track of a large number of people, or if you're in an industry such as the financial or medical where extensive records are mandatory, ACT! is the way to go. ACT! is also good for offices with frequent meetings or many departments -- it can handle multiple users, allowing them to schedule meetings with each other through ACT!, and keeping the same records between them that it does for their contacts. On the downside, ACT! does not come preinstalled on your computer, and is fairly expensive. It is difficult to make it sync with other programs or devices, so those who want to use it with a smart phone should be prepared for headaches. ACT! Summary Price $150 - $230 Return from Planner Software to Schedules Return from Planner Software to Time Management For Me |
