# COMPASS Quality Management System, IdeaScale vs Planview IdeaPlace Comparison

| | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.0 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 50 | 28 | 61 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (47.8% of reviews) | Mid-Market (46.4% of reviews) | Enterprise (71.7% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | No pricing available | 


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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 7.8 (41 reviews) | 8.7 (20 reviews) | 7.9 (50 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 7.9 (41 reviews) | 8.6 (21 reviews) | 8.1 (49 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.5 (17 reviews) | 7.5 (14 reviews) | 7.6 (41 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.3 (19 reviews) | 7.9 (14 reviews) | 7.4 (42 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.7 (40 reviews) | 9.5 (20 reviews) | 8.8 (47 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (19 reviews) | 9.0 (14 reviews) | 8.8 (42 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.4 (40 reviews) | 9.4 (20 reviews) | 8.5 (48 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### COMPASS Quality Management System

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### IdeaScale

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Planview IdeaPlace

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Project and Portfolio Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **COMPASS Quality Management System** | N/A | N/A |
| **IdeaScale** | N/A | N/A |
| **Planview IdeaPlace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Portfolio Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Portfolio Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Portfolio Mix** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Project Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Dependencies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Priorities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Lean Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Resource Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Definition** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Allocation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Data &amp; Analytics

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Data Consolidation** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visualizations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Risk Analysis** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Objectives** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visiblity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Risk Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Implementation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Prioritization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Strategy and Innovation Roadmapping Tools

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **COMPASS Quality Management System** | N/A | N/A |
| **IdeaScale** | N/A | N/A |
| **Planview IdeaPlace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Analytics

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Execution

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Team Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Roadmapping

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Roadmaps** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Timelines** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Strategic Planning and Execution

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **COMPASS Quality Management System** | N/A | N/A |
| **IdeaScale** | N/A | N/A |
| **Planview IdeaPlace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Prepare

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Strategy Map** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Strategy Model** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rules** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Frameworks** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Plan 

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Vision Statement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Goals** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cascade Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Optimize

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **KPIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **OKR** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Execute

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Quality Management (QMS)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **COMPASS Quality Management System** | N/A | N/A |
| **IdeaScale** | N/A | N/A |
| **Planview IdeaPlace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Nonconformance

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Conformance Records** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAPA** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Change Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Quality system

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Document Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics and Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Risk Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assessments** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Operational Risk** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Supplier Evaluation** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Inspection Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Corrective Actions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Compliance

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Standards &amp; Regulations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Permits** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Certifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security &amp; Privacy** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Flexibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Services

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Implementation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Training &amp; Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customer Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Professional Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Idea Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **COMPASS Quality Management System** | N/A | N/A |
| **IdeaScale** | 9.0/10 | 5 |
| **Planview IdeaPlace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Feedback

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Ranking** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting** | Not enough data | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Idea Sources

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **External Idea Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Internal Idea Generation** | Not enough data | 9.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Idea Collection

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Idea Campaigns** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Surveys** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Forums** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Suggestion Box** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mind Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Integrations

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Idea Management

| Feature | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Idea Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/idea-management)

**Unique to COMPASS Quality Management System (3):** [Strategic Planning and Execution Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/strategic-planning-and-execution), [Quality Management Systems (QMS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/quality-management-qms), [Project and Portfolio Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/project-and-portfolio-management)


**Unique to Planview IdeaPlace (1):** [Strategy And Innovation Roadmapping Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/strategy-and-innovation-roadmapping-tools)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | COMPASS Quality Management System | IdeaScale | Planview IdeaPlace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 10.9% | 14.3% | 5.0% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 41.3% | 46.4% | 23.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 47.8% | 39.3% | 71.7% | 

### By Industry

#### COMPASS Quality Management System

- **Hospital &amp; Health Care:** 58.7%
- **Medical Practice:** 6.5%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 6.5%
- **Mental Health Care:** 4.3%
- **Higher Education:** 4.3%
- **Defense &amp; Space:** 4.3%
- **Staffing and Recruiting:** 2.2%
- **Oil &amp; Energy:** 2.2%
- **Media Production:** 2.2%
- **Insurance:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 6.5%

#### IdeaScale

- **Higher Education:** 21.4%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 7.1%
- **Financial Services:** 7.1%
- **Government Administration:** 7.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 7.1%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 3.6%
- **Banking:** 3.6%
- **Chemicals:** 3.6%
- **Consumer Goods:** 3.6%
- **Education Management:** 3.6%
- **Other:** 32.1%

#### Planview IdeaPlace

- **Telecommunications:** 11.7%
- **Financial Services:** 10.0%
- **Insurance:** 8.3%
- **Hospital &amp; Health Care:** 6.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 6.7%
- **Utilities:** 6.7%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 5.0%
- **Pharmaceuticals:** 3.3%
- **Medical Devices:** 3.3%
- **Automotive:** 3.3%
- **Other:** 35.0%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to COMPASS Quality Management System

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- [Perdoo](https://www.g2.com/products/perdoo/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (536 reviews)
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## Top Discussions

### COMPASS Quality Management System

- Title: [How do I get a remote demonstration of COMPASS?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/product-demonstration) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "You may request a demonstration of COMPASS through G2crowd or by emailing your request to info@creato.com.  A 5-minute overview of COMPASS that showcases all..."
- Title: [What types of alerts does COMPASS manage?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/alerts) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "COMPASS will issue a range of alerts to users:  when their idea gets attention from others, when management provides feedback on ideas, and when projects are..."
- Title: [How customizable is the product?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/customization-0d17d114-eda3-4f66-b94f-b1bdb999dbf0) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Nearly every field title and drop down menu in COMPASS is configured to the specifications of the customer.  This includes ideation criteria, facilities and..."
- Title: [What level of training is necessary to benefit from the application?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/user-training) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Initial training on COMPASS requires approximately one-half day.  Beyond this initial investment of time, COMPASS will actually offer just-in-time training..."
- Title: [Security](https://www.g2.com/discussions/security-046b42c0-0e57-4eee-b7aa-ebc2fd84eba3) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "User permissions are controlled by an Administrator role established by each licensee.  Administrators can set permissions for each user which includes..."

### IdeaScale

- Title: [How can you setup IdeaScale for running entrepreneur competitions or shark tank type events.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/30248-how-can-you-setup-ideascale-for-running-entrepreneur-competitions-or-shark-tank-type-events) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "You can setup a campaign in IdeaScale to communicate details about the Shark Tank event and invite potential candidates to participate.

If you want to do..."

### Planview IdeaPlace

No discussions available for this product.

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/compass-quality-management-system-vs-ideascale-vs-planview-ideaplace)

