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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (45.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$30 per user per month
IBM Targetprocess
Star Rating
(242)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(184)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$30 per user per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that IBM Targetprocess excels in Portfolio Management, with features like Portfolio Mix rated at 8.6, allowing for better alignment and planning across projects. In contrast, Microsoft Project Server, while strong in Project Planning, has a lower rating of 8.9 for Project Planning but shines with its GANTT chart feature rated at 9.0, which users find particularly useful for visualizing project timelines.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Targetprocess offers superior Quality of Support, scoring 8.9, which users appreciate for its responsiveness and helpfulness. Conversely, Microsoft Project Server's support quality is rated lower at 7.9, with some users expressing frustration over slower response times.
- G2 users highlight that IBM Targetprocess provides better Task Management capabilities, particularly in Task Creation & Assignment with a score of 8.5, making it easier for teams to manage their workloads. Microsoft Project Server, while competitive, has a slightly lower score of 8.3 in this area, leading some users to feel it lacks flexibility in task assignments.
- Users on G2 report that IBM Targetprocess has a more intuitive User Interface, reflected in its ease of use score of 7.9, which many find user-friendly for new team members. In contrast, Microsoft Project Server's ease of use score is 7.5, with some reviewers mentioning a steeper learning curve for new users.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Targetprocess's Customization options are robust, scoring 8.4, allowing teams to tailor workflows to their specific needs. Microsoft Project Server, while offering customization, has a lower score of 7.9, with users noting that it can be less flexible in adapting to unique project requirements.
- Users say that IBM Targetprocess's Analytics features, rated at 8.3, provide valuable insights into project performance, which helps in strategic decision-making. Microsoft Project Server, while strong in analytics, has a slightly lower score, with users indicating that its reporting features could be more comprehensive.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Targetprocess
No pricing availableFree Trial
IBM Targetprocess
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Project Server
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
214
8.4
127
Ease of Use
7.9
228
7.6
126
Ease of Setup
7.4
106
7.1
52
Ease of Admin
7.8
100
7.3
49
Quality of Support
8.9
189
7.8
112
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
96
7.8
47
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
219
7.2
122
Features by Category
Tasks
8.5
34
|
Verified
8.3
60
|
Verified
8.2
32
|
Verified
8.6
63
|
Verified
8.2
33
|
Verified
8.4
62
|
Verified
8.2
29
|
Verified
7.9
59
|
Verified
7.7
33
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
32
|
Verified
7.6
57
|
Verified
8.1
30
|
Verified
7.5
58
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Projects
7.6
29
|
Verified
8.8
63
|
Verified
7.9
28
|
Verified
8.6
60
|
Verified
7.2
25
|
Verified
8.9
61
|
Verified
7.3
29
|
Verified
8.8
61
|
Verified
8.4
31
|
Verified
8.3
60
|
Verified
7.0
26
|
Verified
7.5
59
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
59
|
Verified
8.0
27
|
Verified
8.0
58
|
Verified
7.7
24
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.2
27
|
Verified
7.4
58
|
Verified
8.4
27
|
Verified
7.7
55
|
Verified
Resource Management
7.2
28
|
Verified
8.2
60
|
Verified
7.6
29
|
Verified
8.0
61
|
Verified
7.3
30
|
Verified
8.5
62
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
7.7
27
|
Verified
7.9
58
|
Verified
7.5
29
|
Verified
8.5
63
|
Verified
8.7
30
|
Verified
7.8
61
|
Verified
Generative AI
6.9
13
7.6
16
6.7
13
7.5
16
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Portfolio Management
8.2
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
8.6
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Management
8.3
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.3
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data & Analytics
8.3
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
21
|
Verified
Not enough data
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
7.2
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
Analytics
8.3
14
Not enough data
Execution
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
Roadmapping
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
Communication
7.2
13
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
6.8
12
Not enough data
Goal Creation
7.5
12
Not enough data
6.7
12
Not enough data
7.4
11
Not enough data
7.1
12
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation
7.9
19
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
Administration
8.1
17
Not enough data
6.9
15
Not enough data
7.8
19
Not enough data
Project management
7.5
19
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
6.6
15
Not enough data
6.9
14
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
Workload
7.4
16
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
7.8
17
Not enough data
7.6
14
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
6.9
14
Not enough data
7.0
16
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
Cost Management
6.7
16
Not enough data
6.8
18
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
Integration
7.2
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Strategic Planning - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Strategic Management - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Analysis - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
36
Not enough data
7.8
35
Not enough data
Planning
8.2
44
Not enough data
8.3
45
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
8.7
44
Not enough data
8.0
42
Not enough data
Workflow Management
8.1
42
Not enough data
8.4
47
Not enough data
7.6
34
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Targetprocess and Microsoft Project Server are categorized as Project Management
Unique Categories
IBM Targetprocess is categorized as Strategy and Innovation Roadmapping Tools, Project and Portfolio Management, Product Management, Objectives and Key Results (OKR), Work Management, and Strategic Portfolio Management
Microsoft Project Server has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Targetprocess
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Project Server
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
20.9%
Information Technology and Services
17.5%
Marketing and Advertising
6.0%
Financial Services
4.7%
Internet
3.4%
Other
47.4%
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Computer Software
8.6%
Construction
6.8%
Education Management
4.3%
Telecommunications
3.7%
Other
59.9%
Discussions
Software and hardware requirements?
1 Comment
Official Response from IBM Targetprocess
The two most recent versions of the following browsers are supported:
Google Chrome (recommended), Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari (not supported on Windows),...Read more
What are the limits of the free team pricing plan
1 Comment
Official Response from IBM Targetprocess
The team pricing plan in Targetprocess is totally free. You can have an unlimited number of active users, with a licensing price $0 per user / month. The...Read more
Is it possible to integrate Targetprocess and Slack?
1 Comment
Official Response from IBM Targetprocess
It is possible to get selected alerts from Targetprocess to Slack, and submit an entity to Targetprocess from your Slack directly. Each direction is...Read more
Is it well suited for any type of project?
2 Comments
MF
sure , it supports project, programs and portfolio management ,planning and tracking
i have used with many governmental clients
to manage roadmap,...Read more
How can I use it for Small-Scale Projects?
1 Comment
RM
Yes, you can use it for any size of organisation Read more
Microsoft Project Server has no more discussions with answers
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