Introducing Mastt's New Schedule Module: Simplifying Project Schedules from Start to Finish

Kristina Eckert
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Kristina Eckert
Oct 17, 2024
Introducing Mastt's New Schedule Module: Simplifying Project Schedules from Start to Finish

Everyone in Construction Project Management has dealt with crazy Gantt charts in MS Project or Primavera (P6). They’re useful for planning and identifying the critical path, but they fall short when it comes to communicating with clients and stakeholders.

The Problem with Gantt Charts

  • Visually overwhelming 😕
  • Confusing to interpret and see what's coming up 😣
  • No ability to see what has delayed or slipped
  • File format makes it difficult to create simple, easy-to-read visualizations
  • Impossible to aggregate multiple project schedules into one cohesive report

What's worse, most clients don't bother reading them—they just read the little table of key dates in the body of the report.

Previously, Schedule Reporting involved a lot of crazy Gantt charts in PDF appendices, with key dates summarised in a table within the report.

Mastt Solves These Problems

The new Mastt schedule module is built with one goal in mind: to simplify schedule reporting for project managers. Here’s how we tackle the core issues:

1. Automated Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 Upload
No more tedious manual uploads. Mastt automatically processes your MS Project or Primavera P6 files, turning complex schedules into easy-to-read visual reports in just a few clicks.

Upload your MS Project or Primavera P6 files to gain instant visualizations.

2. Visualizations That Make Sense
Instead of drowning in Gantt chart data, Mastt turns your schedules into clear, actionable reports. You get instant visualizations that are easy for anyone to understand, ensuring your clients stay informed and engaged.

3. Aggregated Schedules Across Projects
Have multiple projects running at the same time? Mastt lets you aggregate all your schedules into one view, giving you complete control and insight over your project portfolio, all from a single dashboard.

4. Track Schedule Changes Over Time
Mastt’s schedule module doesn’t just present your current project state. It tracks how your schedules evolve over time, making it easy to spot delays, changes in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 files, and understand why they happened.

Mastt: A Simple, Powerful Alternative to MS Project and Primavera

For many project managers, MS Project and Primavera (P6) can feel overwhelming and unnecessarily complex. Mastt offers a simpler, more intuitive solution for scheduling projects without the hassle of a steep learning curve.

With Mastt, you can create, update, and manage your schedules effortlessly. Whether you're just getting started or deep into a project, Mastt makes it easy:

  • Super early on? No worries! Just enter high-level phases and basic dates to get things rolling.
  • Need to report on phases? No problem! Quickly add key milestones and share easy-to-read updates with your stakeholders.
  • Tracking progress? Easily update your schedules in real-time and watch your project evolve with clear visuals.
  • Want more visuals? Use icons and flags to create meaning in your schedule.

No more spinning up a spreadsheet — use Mastt for simple, clear scheduling that keeps your team aligned and projects on track.

What’s Next? Automating Schedules with AI

The next evolution in Project Scheduling is leveraging AI to make your scheduling even smarter. Imagine a scheduling tool that not only automates your data entry but also predicts potential delays, suggests timeline optimizations, and helps you forecast risks before they happen. With AI-driven insights, Mastt will soon allow you to:

  • Automate Routine Updates: Let AI handle the repetitive tasks of data entry, updating schedules, and tracking milestones, saving you hours.
  • Predict Project Delays: Our AI will analyze patterns across your projects to predict delays before they impact your timelines, giving you the chance to adjust early.
  • Optimize Your Timelines: AI will suggest the most efficient ways to structure your schedules, so you can meet deadlines faster and with fewer roadblocks.
  • Seamless Integration with Cost and Risk Modules: Easily link your schedules to Mastt's cost and risk management tools. This will give you a holistic view of project performance and help you make smarter, data-driven decisions.

Mastt’s future is about making Construction Project Management professionals more proactive and intelligent, ensuring we can bring the future, sooner.

Final Thoughts & Thank you ♥!

Thanks to all our customers around the world for helping us with this first new version of our schedule module. We love you guys!

Kristina Eckert

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Kristina Eckert

Kristina is a Product Manager @mastt and passionate about building digital products that create value for both customers and businesses in Construction Project Management. Kristina <3's uncovering the core of users’ needs and challenges by engaging with them deeply and continuously. A people person who enjoys to communicate, facilitate, and bridge the gap between people with different backgrounds and skillsets - Kristina believes in empowered, cross-functional teams are able to build great products together.

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