Microsoft Planner vs. WorkJam

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Microsoft Planner
Score 7.2 out of 10
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Microsoft Planner is presented as a solution to organize teamwork with intuitive, collaborative, visual task management. With it, users can create Kanban boards using task cards with files, checklists, and labels. Users can collaborate in Planner and Microsoft Teams and check visual status charts—all in the Microsoft cloud.N/A
WorkJam
Score 10.0 out of 10
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WorkJam is a workforce management software solution built to help employers streamline scheduling, communication, and training their workforce.N/A
Pricing
Microsoft PlannerWorkJam
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Microsoft PlannerWorkJam
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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User Ratings
Microsoft PlannerWorkJam
Likelihood to Recommend
7.1
(16 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
3.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Microsoft PlannerWorkJam
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
I think Planner is a good platform for manage projects especially if I think that is integrated in MS Teams so, with a unique platform you can have the control about the project, about all the documents linked to the same project and at the same time, with the possibility to chat with other team members without change platform. I think also there are other platform (like Jira or Trello) which are better in terms of layout
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Workjam
Simple to use as an end-user, a Top-Notch security feature allows us to authenticate every user. It increases productivity and lowers the operation cost. The intuitive user interface makes it easy for our HR team to manage all employees in the field or remote working by assigning tasks and having a follow back.
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Pros
Microsoft
  • Add as many plans as you want
  • Keeps tasks organized via Buckets into each plan
  • Ability to create a plan directly within Teams via the Tasks app
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Workjam
  • The basic functionality is similar to other mainstream social media apps so it has a low learning curve for users.
  • The mobile interface looks sleek and modern.
  • The channel function makes it easy to set up different user groups.
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Cons
Microsoft
  • Would be nice to see a calendar view instead of a list view
  • Permissions aren't configurable, anyone can delete any task at any time and there is no recycle bin
  • Notifications aren't great, you have to be attached as an owner to a task to see comments and be notified of changes, and even then notifications aren't shown for a lot of things
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Workjam
  • No major dislike, I like how the updates are done constantly to add up new features.
  • Great support system that is very proactive and user friendly.
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Likelihood to Renew
Microsoft
It's not up to me, but if it were, I would not recommend using this. It is another work productivity app, which, while it has its benefits, can actually detract instead of enhance work productivity.
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Workjam
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Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
Many areas of the company still use Trello to organize their activities and tasks, but gradually Microsoft Planner must replace the activities. Users are often "attached" to familiar technologies, but Office 365 takes advantage of the more organized use of the tools. This year we will not renew the Trello contract.
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Workjam
It's a simple, intuitive tool to use as an Engineer. I like how this tool is constantly improved and gives the best services like training employees, great channel feature which enables us to share information and messages, is also very useful. The support is there any time needed. It's a recommendable workforce management solution.
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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • It definitely have a positive impact in terms of ROI. as it is a part of Microsoft Suite so no need to put extra for its integration with teams or office
  • It also allows communication/chatting between team on any task and things can be clear on the spot in a timely manner
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Workjam
  • Increased and positive cross-team communication.
  • Quick communication method as opposed to EDMs.
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