Applied 1-1
are all the systems, applications, controls, calculating solutions, methodologies, etc. used by organizations to be able to cope with changing markets, ensure a competitive position in them and improve business performance.
Business Tool
preparation tools
Mind Mapping Software
Gantt Charts
help brainstorm and visualize project ideas and components
Mind Mapping Software
Tools like MindMeister or XMind
Mind Mapping Software
assists in planning project timelines and dependencies
Gantt Charts
Software like Microsoft Project or Smartsheet
Gantt Charts
PROCESS TOOLS
Project Management Software
Workflow Automation
Workflow Automation
Automate streamline repetitive tasks and processes.
Applications like Zapier or Microsoft Power
Workflow Automation
help manage tasks and track progress
project management software
Applications like Zapier or Microsoft Power
Project Management Software
DOCUMENTATION TOOLS
Document Collaboration
File Storage
allow team members to collaborate on documents in real-time
Document Collaboration:
Google Docs, Microsoft Office 365, or Confluence
Document Collaboration:
provide cloud storage for sharing and managing project files.
File Storage
Services like Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive
File Storage
Tools for Staff Management
Human Resource Management System
Time Tracking
manage employee information, benefits, and payroll.
Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS):
Tools like BambooHR or Gusto
Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS):
helps track time spent on various tasks and projects
Time Tracking
Software such as Toggl or Clockify
Time Tracking
Decision-Making Tools
Data Analysis
Decision Matrix
provide insights from data to support decision making
Data Analysis
Tools like Microsoft Excel, Tableau, or Google Analytics
Data Analysis
help evaluate and compare different options based on various criteria.
Decision Matrix
Tools such as Lucidchart or Creately
Decision Matrix
Control Tools
Performance Monitoring
Budget Tracking
help track project performance against goals and deadlines
Performance Monitoring
Tools like Jira or Basecamp
Performance Monitoring
assists in managing and monitoring project budgets and expenses
Budget Tracking
Software such as QuickBooks or FreshBooks
Budget Tracking
Commonly used for entering and validating data due to its extensive features for data manipulation, formulas, and data validation checks.
Microsoft Excel
Tools that are used in every department for data input and validation.
Microsoft Excel
A diagramming tool that helps visualize and develop business processes and workflows, making it easier to understand and improve organizational processes
Lucidchart
Tools used for business process management and development
Lucidchart
A powerful data visualization tool that consolidates data from various sources into interactive dashboards, aiding in informed decision making through visual analysis.
Tableau
Tools used for the consolidation and decision making of details.
Tableau
CLASSIFICATION OF BUSINESS TOOLS
functional perspective
process perspective
integration perspective