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FastTrack Schedule
Developer(s)AEC Software, Inc.
Initial release1988
Stable release
2022 (b2525)[1]
Operating systemMicrosoft Windows, Mac OS X
TypeProject management software
LicenseProprietary
Websitewww.aecsoftware.com/products/fasttrack

FastTrack Schedule is a proprietary project management software tool developed by AEC Software. It was first released in 1988 for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X, and is used for planning, tracking, and reporting project goals.[2][3]

The developers of the tool, AEC Software, Inc., is a company located in the Dulles Technology Corridor of Northern Virginia.[4]

Overview

FastTrack Schedule allows users to organize tasks into project plans, assign resources to tasks, use effort driven scheduling, and view project details in many forms, such as Gantt charts, monthly calendars, and resource histograms.[5][6]

The tool's capabilities are suited for project management beginners[7] as well as experienced project managers[8] working in small to mid-sized project teams. Versions are available for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X[9] and files are cross-platform compatible,[10] enabling team members on PCs and Macs to collaborate on projects.

FastTrack Schedule also exchanges data with spreadsheets (including Microsoft Excel), databases, organizers such as Microsoft Outlook and Apple's iCal, Mindjet's MindManager mind mapping software, and other project management software including Microsoft Project.[11]

It has a global customer base and has been localized into 6 languages (English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, and Italian). Some of their high profile users include: NASA, Nike, Amazon.com, Honda, Pixar, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and The Olympic Games.[citation needed]

On 5 September 2012, FastTrack Schedule Go for the iPad was released. A productivity app sold on Apple iTunes, it allows the user to analyze, present, and take their schedule with them. It works with FastTrack Schedule Mac/Win files, XML, and Microsoft Project files.

Some Features

Intuitive Interface[12]

The Mac product has a Format Bar that was modelled after the iWork suite, while the Windows product uses the Ribbon. The Format Bar and Ribbon are both context-sensitive and contain key scheduling tools. In addition, they can be customized by dragging and dropping features you use the most.

Base and Work Calendars

Choose Base Calendars such as standard, 24 hour, and night shift calendars, or customize your own. These calendars can be defined per task, so projects can have an unlimited number of Work Calendars.

Effort-Driven Scheduling

For tasks that can be completed faster by adding more resources, use Effort-Driven Scheduling for simple schedule compression. Automatically adjust task durations as resources are added or subtracted, while keeping the total work for a task constant.

Image Columns

Use Image Columns to add pictures of task items, staff, resources, designs, progress photos, etc, directly into column cells. Images automatically scale as thumbnails to match row heights and display as larger images when you hover over them.

Assignment Contouring

Choose from eight built-in work contours or customize your own for the ultimate ease and flexibility in resource scheduling. Assignment contouring enables you to quickly re-distribute your resources' efforts on a task for those special cases and must-meet deadlines.

Work Usage Inspector

Monitor resource workloads while making assignments in the Schedule View. The Work Usage Inspector displays Resource Usage Graphs at the base of the Gantt chart to provide a detailed snapshot of a resource's free and busy time, enabling you to make precise assignments and effectively manage resource costs.

Address Book Integration & Resource Information Form

Add address book contacts – including their photo and contact details – directly into your projects. The Resource Information Form organizes work schedules, rates, and all contact information into a single comprehensive form.

iMedia Browser

Use the iMedia Browser to add photos, logos, sketches, and other images to your schedule.

Etc.

Resource Management: Collect, organize, and track a resource's Details, Skill Sets, Materials/Supplies, Costs, Groups, by creating from scratch or importation.

Collaboration: Work with others using Team Calendars, Timeline, Issue Tracking, Email Integration, and Dashboard.

Project Management: Includes tools for Task Management, Mind Maps, Task Feedback, Scheduling, Calendars, Timelines, Gantt Charts, Interactive Gantt Charts, Reporting, Statistics, Work Load, Financials, Document Management, Privacy Settings, Budgeting, Critical Path Method, Project Templates, Baseline, Custom Baseline, Milestones.

Help & Support: A robust and highly praised support system is provided. It includes: Training Courses, FAQ's, Tutorials, User Manual, Email Support, Online Form Support, Telephone Support, and an online forum.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Current Version? - What is the most recent version of FastTrack Schedule 2022? – AEC Software Help Center". AEC Software Help Center. 11 June 2022. Archived from the original on 13 June 2022. Retrieved 13 June 2022.
  2. ^ Corke, Greg (20 April 2006). "Fasttrack Schedule". AEC Magazine. Archived from the original on 12 June 2022. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  3. ^ "Project Management Software | FastTrack Schedule 10.2". www.aecsoftware.com. Archived from the original on 12 June 2022. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  4. ^ "About Our Company | AEC Software". www.aecsoftware.com. Archived from the original on 12 June 2022. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  5. ^ "FastTrack Schedule Advantages | FastTrack Schedule 10.2 for Windows". www.aecsoftware.com. Archived from the original on 13 June 2022. Retrieved 13 June 2022.
  6. ^ "Share and Integrate | FastTrack Schedule 10.2 for Windows". www.aecsoftware.com. Archived from the original on 13 June 2022. Retrieved 13 June 2022.
  7. ^ Pings & Packets from eWEEK Labs
  8. ^ "The latest version of FastTrack makes it easy to see cause and effect". Archived from the original on 3 June 2008. Retrieved 7 May 2008.
  9. ^ FastTrack Schedule 9.1- MacLife
  10. ^ "Small Business Technology Magazine - FastTrack Schedule 9 - by Small Business Technology Magazine Labs 2006 Top 10 Products of the Year". Archived from the original on 17 April 2008. Retrieved 7 May 2008.
  11. ^ PC World - FastTrack Schedule boosts Mindjet MindManager support
  12. ^ FastTrack Schedule 10 Specifications
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