7 Best Project Management Software For Small Businesses 2023

How did we choose the best project management software?

Because every company manages projects differently, it’s impossible to say for sure which is the best PM tool for your firm. We looked into a huge range of features and considerations that might help to rank the top project management platforms on the market, including customer support and even data visualisation.

However, with over 20 years of experience working with SMEs, our team also knows that the biggest concern of today’s small business owners is the current cost of living crisis. Teams need to get the most value for money from their software to better protect cash flow.

With this in mind, we analysed the top 11 providers on the market to come up with the three considerations for small business project management that will bring the most value to SMEs. These are: usability, pricing, and collaboration features.

Usability

Depending on how developed your business is – and the skillset of your employees – you might need to favour a PM brand that is easy to learn. For example, a charity organisation employing volunteers with little tech know-how might need to favour a usable option, like monday.com.

Pricing

Budget has never been more important when it comes to investing in new technology. Entrepreneurs need to prioritise cash flow. We analysed our brands, not just for their upfront costs, but also hidden fees and limitations to uncover the tool with the best combination of cost, quality, and sustainability to meet customer requirements.

Collaboration features

Especially in today’s world of hybrid working, communication and transparency are key for successful project delivery. Most project managers will be directing and overseeing their staff – which makes collaboration features a major consideration for SMEs.