Asana
Project pain points
Asana is the only work management platform that allows for unlimited reporting against your entire organization's project data in real time.
Basic functions
Task Management:
- Easily create tasks, assign them to team members, set due dates, and add details or attachments.
- Tasks can be organized into projects or sections for better categorization and tracking.
Projects and Workspaces:
- Create projects for specific teams or initiatives and organize tasks within those projects.
- Each workspace acts as a separate environment, useful for managing different departments or clients.
Timeline (Gantt Charts):
- Visualize the progress of tasks over time with a timeline view, helping teams plan and manage dependencies effectively.
Calendar View:
- See all tasks in a calendar layout to better manage deadlines and timelines for multiple projects.
Collaboration Tools:
- Team members can comment on tasks, tag others, and share files to foster collaboration and keep communication centralized.
Task Dependencies:
- Mark tasks as dependent on other tasks, ensuring the correct sequence of work and avoiding bottlenecks.
Custom Fields:
- Add custom fields to track additional data like priority, status, or any other details that fit your workflow.
Reporting and Dashboards:
- Create custom dashboards to track progress and view key project metrics with visual charts and graphs.
Automation:
- Automate repetitive tasks, like task assignments, status updates, or reminders, to save time and reduce manual work.
Integrations:
- Asana integrates with many other tools like Slack, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, Dropbox, and many more, making it easy to connect your favorite apps.
Mobile App:
- Asana has mobile apps available for iOS and Android, allowing you to manage projects on the go.
Forms:
- Create forms that feed directly into projects, helping collect structured information or requests from internal or external stakeholders.