from DSSResources.comDecisionEdge acknowledged as a 'First to Market' partner for Microsoft Office Project 2007THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., Oct. 20, 2006 -- DecisionEdge, Inc., a leading provider of business intelligence software for project managers, has been recognized by Microsoft as a "First to Market" partner in recognition of the Microsoft Office Project 2007 compatibility in its project reporting and graphics software. "DecisionEdge reports and graphics are a great addition to Office Project 2007," said Mark Tillema, DecisionEdge president. "With DecisionEdge, managers can quickly understand and communicate key project information. We have worked closely with the Microsoft Office Project team to ensure compatibility and are pleased to have earned recognition as a valued Microsoft partner." "We're excited and gratified that DecisionEdge is one of our 'First to Market' solution partners for Microsoft Office Project 2007," said Michael Angiulo, General Manager, Microsoft Project Division. "This great achievement and distinction recognizes their solid commitment to lead the market by participating in quality development practices as part of our Technology Adoption Program (TAP). Microsoft's success depends heavily on leading companies like DecisionEdge to build specialized solutions on our platform that meet the most demanding customer needs across a broad range of markets." Current DecisionEdge software already supports Microsoft Office Project 2007 Beta 2. DecisionEdge will continue updating its products to ensure full compatibility with the final release of Office Project 2007. DecisionEdge Features: -- Over 100 Bundled Charts - DecisionEdge includes charts and reports built from the experience of helping customers better understand and communicate all aspects of their projects. These reports and charts help managers plan resource allocation, keep stakeholders informed, combine and compare projects, track project status, and measure project performance using earned value. -- Multi-Project Functionality - With DecisionEdge, managers are no longer required to create roll-up projects for reporting purposes. They can instead keep their projects separate and combine and compare them in DecisionEdge reports and charts. -- More Report Types - Beyond bars and lines, DecisionEdge includes map charts, matrix charts, pie charts, dashboards, and reports with embedded charts to help managers see their projects in new ways. -- Easy Access - A simple toolbar button lets managers quickly move from Office Project 2007 to DecisionEdge and back again. -- Comprehensive Dashboards - DecisionEdge dashboards can include multiple data types in a single report (costs, resources, and performance, for example), giving users a complete view of their projects. -- Interactive Reports - Not just static pictures, users can scroll, drill into data, and use pre-built hierarchical filters to focus on the key information needed for better decisions. Snapshots can be saved to standard graphic files and data can be easily exported to Microsoft Office Excel. -- Charts and Reports for Specific Visibility Requirements - Custom charts and reports can be created and shared with all DecisionEdge users. About DecisionEdge Solutions for Microsoft Office Project 2007 DecisionEdge provides the charts and reports managers need to understand and share key information about their projects. By clicking a toolbar button in Microsoft Office Project 2007, managers can quickly access over 100 graphics and reports that help them plan resource allocation, keep stakeholders informed, combine and compare projects, track project status, and measure project performance using earned value. Managers can also avoid manual workarounds with custom charts and reports designed for specific visibility requirements. About DecisionEdge DecisionEdge, Inc. is a leading provider of business intelligence software designed specifically for project managers. By adding DecisionEdge reporting and graphics software to existing project management applications such as Microsoft Office Project, managers will have an enhanced ability to understand and communicate important business trends and all stakeholders will have the clear information they need for better results. From managers using embedded graphics in project management applications to stakeholders viewing live, interactive graphics and reports through a portal, DecisionEdge helps everyone make better business decisions. For more information, please visit http://www.decisionedge.com or call toll-free +1 (888) 610-3343.
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