{"id":15177,"date":"2020-03-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/"},"modified":"2022-04-04T13:11:29","modified_gmt":"2022-04-04T18:11:29","slug":"evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/","title":{"rendered":"Evaluating PSA Software: 7 Things to Look For"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure>\n<div class=\"feature-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/media.planview.com\/changepoint-blog\/blog_images\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for.jpg\" alt=\"Evaluating PSA Software: 7 Things to Look For\" \/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Automation in the professional services industry has been<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsia.com\/blog\/5-tips-for-selecting-a-professional-services-automation-platform\"> increasing rapidly<\/a> over the last several years.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>For example, in 2014, 58 percent of organizations used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planview.com\/products-solutions\/solutions\/professional-services-automation\/\">professional services automation<\/a> (PSA) solutions to increase their productivity and profitability. By 2015, adoption had increased to 77 percent\u2014growing substantially in just one year.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are looking to implement a PSA solution for the first time or are looking to upgrade to a more sophisticated tool, you are in good company.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, you can\u2019t just choose any PSA solution on the market and expect to get great results. You need to take your time, do your due diligence, and research the myriad of options to find out which ones are best suited to your organization\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<p>For the best results, talk to stakeholders in your organization to fully understand the problems you\u2019re trying to solve. Armed with goals, it\u2019ll be easier to search for a solution that meets your needs.<\/p>\n<p>From the outset, picking the right software vendor might seem tricky. But if you\u2019re patient and thorough, you\u2019ll find the right solution\u2014one that meets your needs with respect to project accounting, project management, time entry and recording, resource scheduling, and more.<\/p>\n<p>With that in mind, let\u2019s explore seven things you need to look for when evaluating PSA software.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#1_Project_management\" >1. Project management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#2_Resource_planning\" >2. Resource planning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#3_Integration_capabilities\" >3. Integration capabilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#4_Contract_management\" >4. Contract management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#5_Financial_management_and_revenue_recognition\" >5. Financial management and revenue recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#6_Time_and_expense_management\" >6. Time and expense management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#7_Vendor_reputation\" >7. Vendor reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/evaluating-psa-software-7-things-to-look-for\/#Are_you_ready_to_transform_your_operations_with_PSA_software\" >Are you ready to transform your operations with PSA software?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Project_management\"><\/span>1. Project management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First and foremost, your PSA solution should come with robust project management capabilities out of the box. The right solution will make it easy for you to manage current and future engagements more efficiently while increasing the accuracy of your project metrics across all offerings. As a result, you can complete projects on time\u2014and on budget\u2014every time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Resource_planning\"><\/span>2. Resource planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The right tool makes it easier to manage and view all resources across your organization. As a result, your team can make sure that the right resources are assigned to the right projects at the right times.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Integration_capabilities\"><\/span>3. Integration capabilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The average business unit uses<a href=\"https:\/\/chiefmartec.com\/2017\/06\/average-enterprise-uses-91-marketing-cloud-services\/\"> nearly 100 different cloud services on their own<\/a>. As such, it\u2019s important for you to look for a PSA solution that has robust integration capabilities. That way, you\u2019ll be able to connect it with the tools your team needs to operate even more productively and efficiently.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Contract_management\"><\/span>4. Contract management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Leading PSA software platforms help organizations like yours ensure operational success and increase profitability by making it easy to manage every aspect of contracts\u2014including people, expenses, and billing methods\u2014across every project.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Financial_management_and_revenue_recognition\"><\/span>5. Financial management and revenue recognition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Make sure the PSA solution you choose gives you deep insight into your company\u2019s finances. That way, you can ensure that you have the funds you need to knock each project out of the park while improving cash flow on a continuous basis. Leading solutions ship with a number of advanced features, including real-time insights, sophisticated budgeting tools, and cost allocation capabilities, among other things.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Time_and_expense_management\"><\/span>6. Time and expense management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s impossible to optimize your profitability when you lack deep insight into scheduling and expenses. With the right solution in place, your team will be able to access time and expense data via any device at any time. As a result, your financial projects will be more accurate, and you\u2019ll be able to recognize revenue in real time. Add it all up, and that\u2019s the ticket to a more efficient operation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Vendor_reputation\"><\/span>7. Vendor reputation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Last but not least, you\u2019ll also want to look for a solution engineered by a trustworthy vendor that has an impressive track record. Because PSA software is so important, the last thing you want is to roll the dice with an up-and-comer that might be out of business in a year or two. As you research your options, be sure to consider the vendor\u2019s reputation. Look for a solution that comes from a company that\u2019s less of a vendor and more of a partner.<\/p>\n<p>Every organization is different. Still, the above features are must-haves\u2014regardless of a company\u2019s workflows or the industry it operates in.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_you_ready_to_transform_your_operations_with_PSA_software\"><\/span>Are you ready to transform your operations with PSA software?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Picking any software solution is a major decision\u2014and one you can\u2019t take lightly. The right PSA solution will have the above features, but the solution isn\u2019t the key to your organization\u2019s success\u2014it\u2019s just the conduit.<\/p>\n<p>The key is the person making use of that conduit. As such, you\u2019ll also want to look for a vendor that\u2019s invested in your success. That way, you get the peace of mind that comes with knowing you not only have the tools you need to get to the next level\u2014but you also have the makers of the product nearby, who are committed to your success.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s the ticket to a happier and healthier organization.<\/p>\n<p>Contact us now to learn more about how the right PSA software solution can transform your company.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Automation in the professional services industry has been increasing rapidly over the last several 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