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Microsoft Project Server vs Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 4, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Project Server
Ranking in Project Portfolio Management
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Oracle Primavera Portfolio ...
Ranking in Project Portfolio Management
10th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
8
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the Project Portfolio Management category, the mindshare of Microsoft Project Server is 7.2%, down from 9.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management is 4.7%, up from 4.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Project Portfolio Management
 

Featured Reviews

Sean Achim - PeerSpot reviewer
Unlock comprehensive reporting and management with robust data extraction
The major advantage for me in using Microsoft Project Server is the SQL Server component. Using Power BI and SQL Server, I can extract a lot more data. The combination of Microsoft Project with Project Server and SharePoint provides a perfect solution for me. This setup allows for comprehensive reporting and management across multiple projects and portfolios.
ManeshGeorge - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficient project planning with advanced impact and delay analysis features
You need to have a good understanding of project management before you build programs using P6. Learning the tool takes time, so you should spend hands-on time with it while developing your project management skills. It's a mix of hands-on work and project management skills. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The solution is scalable and easy to expand."
"Microsoft Project Server helps organizations in collaboration."
"The solution is stable."
"I like being able to manage the capacity in terms of the resources. I also like being able to share documents and information between teams. It's the best solution for collaboration."
"It's stable and reliable."
"The most valuable feature of the Microsoft Project Server is the level of detail with which I can break down a task and check the dependencies."
"The solution, overall, is excellent for project planning."
"The ability to look at the resource loading is most valuable."
"I like Primavera's planning capabilities."
"The ability to streamline the process of obtaining signatures from our contractors is valuable."
"The most valuable feature of Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management is accuracy."
"The most valuable features were the cost breakdown structure and work breakdown structure."
"The most valuable features were the cost breakdown structure and work breakdown structure."
"It is very, very good in planning for large projects."
"Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management is a well-engineered product from an IT perspective."
"The solution's tech support is good."
 

Cons

"It has to be more user-friendly. For instance, there should be some assistance, like when you go to certain sites, people pop up and say, "Can we help you? What are you looking for?" It's not interactive enough."
"Project Server could be improved by simplifying how tasks are assigned and reviewed on a daily basis."
"The price of the product must be improved."
"I am not convinced that the pricing model is the right one."
"The initial setup was complex."
"Work needs to be done on collaboration with SharePoint."
"I'd like it if we could divide out the project calendars. On one project server, we might follow five projects or more at one time, and we'd like to see all of the items at once so that it becomes a long loop, but one where we can identify different projects in tandem and then focus on which we need to at the time. While I only have visibility into one, I'd like to see several at a time."
"The deployment aspect of the product is a bit tedious."
"There is a need for improvement in the interfacing and possibly better integration with other programs."
"There is scope for development in integrating with some AI products."
"The reporting could improve project management. We need multiple source reports. If someone is new to the support it has a steep learning curve."
"There is scope for development in integrating with some AI products."
"There is a need for improvement in the interfacing and possibly better integration with other programs."
"They should work on integrating the solution with ERP."
"The solution's user interface is an area with shortcomings that need improvement."
"Primavera could be better integrated with other products, and it needs more cost management features."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are some payments related to the licensing cost of Microsoft Project Server."
"The licensing was procured before my involvement."
"The price of the Microsoft Project Server could improve, it is expensive here in Africa. When comparing Microsoft Project Server to Oracle Primavera for us, Microsoft Project Server is quite cost-effective."
"Microsoft Project Server is more expensive than other solutions on the market. We purchase the license annually."
"We have an enterprise agreement with Microsoft, and our licensing is based on the agreement."
"There is an annual license required for this solution."
"I rate the pricing a one out of ten because the price is way too high."
"The product is expensive."
"Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management is an expensive solution. There is an upfront cost to purchase the solution and then there are annual fees to use the solution."
"The solution itself is cost-effective."
"The solution is highly priced compared to one of its competitors."
"My company has made an annual payment towards the costs of the solution. Price-wise, the solution is okay."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Government
12%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Energy/Utilities Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Government
11%
Construction Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Project Server?
The ability to track a project's progress using Microsoft Project Server is the most valuable aspect. It depends, especially when managing multiple projects.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Project Server?
The pricing model is currently a challenge since it seems aligned to push users cloud-based. Considering the infrastructure commitments to SharePoint and SQL, the implementation costs are low if al...
What needs improvement with Microsoft Project Server?
I am not convinced that the pricing model is the right one. Microsoft has become increasingly expensive, and there seems to be a push towards cloud solutions which can be challenging for some. Addi...
What do you like most about Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management?
Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management is a well-engineered product from an IT perspective.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management?
Primavera appears to be more expensive than Microsoft Project but potentially less than Maximo. Pricing details from ten years ago are not committed to memory, and I would have to refer back to doc...
What needs improvement with Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management?
There is a need for improvement in the interfacing and possibly better integration with other programs. The software could benefit from enhancements that make it more user-friendly for various tasks.
 

Also Known As

MS Project Server
Primavera Portfolio Management, OPPM, Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management
 

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Sample Customers

Magnachip, Gwinnett County Schools, CLEAResult, Medbit Oy, Intelbras S.A., ETS, CORE Construction, Keller Foundations
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