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    Grist

    Score9.9 out of 10
    N/AGrist combines the capabilities of spreadsheets, databases and app builders. Using a familiar spreadsheet interface, information can be organized as a relational database, and dashboards built using drag-and-drop. Solving spreadsheet problems Ensures data is well-structured and stored in one place with no duplication, no spreadsheet-wrangling, no merging documents. Collaboration on sensitive data Data is protected…

    $8

    per month per user

    Bizview

    Score10 out of 10
    Small Businesses (1-50 employees)
    Replacing the suite of apps from BizNet Software, which was acquired by Insightsoftware, Bizview’s cloud-based platform delivers a way for users to leverage planning capabilities and work on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting tasks from any location with internet connectivity.N/A
    Pricing
    GristBizview
    Editions & Modules
    Pro
    $8
    per month per user
    Enterprise
    Contact Sales
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    GristBizview
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Ratings
    GristBizview
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.9
    (2 ratings)
    8.9
    (20 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    6.1
    (2 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    Support Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    Data Sharing and Collaboration
    -
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    7.1
    (5 ratings)
    Data Sources
    -
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    6.2
    (5 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    GristBizview
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Grist Labs
    This is well suited to someone (or a team) who are technically minded and have a dataset that they need to be able to use in many ways. It's less appropriate for a team who isn't technically minded and/or don't have the data they need to manipulate. It would be useful for things that you could use a database or spreadsheet for such as CRM, Advertising database, Business tracking, Health tracking etc.
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    My favorite part is using if for analytical review reports, especially budget to actual reviews. I can make changes to the GL based on issues found during the review and the report updates immediately without having to update, re-key, verify changes, etc. I know it is going to be updated and correct every time.
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    Pros
    Grist Labs
    • Provides amazing customer service, help, examples, and explains what they are having you do
    • The layout is easy
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    • Once a worksheet has been created, you can change a single cell and update the entire report. This makes it much easier than recreating a report every time you start.
    • It draws data directly from our database that can be filtered down in various ways. This allows us to get the data that we really need quicker.
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    Cons
    Grist Labs
    • Making the user permissions more obvious on how to use them - They are highly adaptable, but hard to understand how to use them
    • Small changes such as auto colouring the choices/toggles options and being able to edit them once set.
    • Being able to copy the formatting from one column to the next
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    • Access to comprehensive training for new users is lacking. While the pay-based BizNet University has some useful videos it doesn't allow for other learning styles.
    • Having to create a separate OCBC data source and linked server for each arm of business opened is sometimes a hassle.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Grist Labs
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    Lack of communication from BizNet on new policies with the resellers, changes in the policies that affect the client aren't positive in my opinion
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    Usability
    Grist Labs
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    Excel knowledge is a prerequisite to use BizNet well.
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    Support Rating
    Grist Labs
    No answers on this topic
    Insightsoftware, Inc
    We have only had a few occasions to call on the support team over 4 years, but every time our need was met in a superior manner.
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    Implementation Rating
    Grist Labs
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    We went pretty seamlessly into BizNet, but could have had lots of trouble if the professional service was not aware of our set up and use.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Grist Labs
    Grist is easier to use, faster, and loads quicker with heavy data.
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    FRX - Great Plains Report Writer - These do produce financial reports but are much more tedious to set up. BizNet is much more flexible and easier to use. The functionality is an Excel add-on which allows us to use the powerful functionality of Excel as well as Biznet's functionality to do data retrieval from Sage 100 general ledger.
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    Return on Investment
    Grist Labs
    • It's saved a lot of time in both creating an advertising database and managing it week to week effectively. I had previously created in others that haven't worked, and this does, saving me a good 1 hour weekly, and 5 hours or more each time I had problems with the last ones
    • Being able to stay on track with this has meant I'm following up at the right time (advertisers) and keeping a professional manner and not losing business due to missed communication
    • Saving me $ from buying a program like Access (or Airtable monthly) and then the learning curve that that has. This has a much easier learning curve to say the least.
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    Insightsoftware, Inc
    • BizNet continues to pay for itself.
    • I am sure we haven't even learned to use half of what it is capable of and their customer service is top notch.
    • I would say that BizNet continues to have a positive impact on our entire financial portion of our business.
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    ScreenShots

    Grist Screenshots

    Screenshot of the drag and drop dashboard editor used to build layouts.Screenshot of the custom user permissions that determine who can see what, down to each column and row.Screenshot of dynamic charts and reports that update with the click of a mouse.Screenshot of Grist's formula support for Excel-like functions or Python formulas. Technical users can drill into database structure in code view.

    Bizview Screenshots

    Screenshot of View inventory status for all products in ExcelScreenshot of Analyze your sales team data within ExcelScreenshot of Find trends within your customer base in ExcelScreenshot of Build dynamic income statements within ExcelScreenshot of Create dynamic executive dashboards to keep track of KPI and top metrics for the company within Excel.