When should I choose Workload vs enterprise PPM?
Don't choose Workload alone if you need a full enterprise PPM. Choose Workload for a tactical IT capacity layer (teams, allocations, conflicts, timesheet) alongside or instead of Excel.
Opinionated IT PPM: portfolio, capacity, and timesheet on one database — no duplicate entry.
Workload is an opinionated IT PPM: portfolio + native capacity + timesheet. It is not a multi-BU enterprise PPM like Planview.
Workload vs enterprise PPM
Planview and Sciforma cover portfolio, multi-BU budgets, and governance. Workload focuses on IT capacity and allocation.
Workload is probably not for you if…
- You need a full enterprise PPM (multi-BU portfolio, capex/opex, governance)
- You want to replace Planview or Sciforma with feature parity
- You need advanced PPM workflows without an IT capacity layer
Workload is relevant if…
- You want a tactical IT capacity planning layer
- You complement an existing PPM with team/allocation visibility
- You're migrating from Excel/CSV or Tempo alone
- You're fine with self-serve Starter (CSV) or Professional (integrations)
Frequently asked questions
Is Workload an alternative to Planview?
Don't choose Workload alone if you need a full enterprise PPM. Choose Workload for a tactical IT capacity layer (teams, allocations, conflicts, timesheet) alongside or instead of Excel.
Can Workload complement an existing PPM?
Yes. Many IT departments keep Planview/Sciforma for portfolio governance and add Workload for tactical IT capacity, allocation conflicts, and timesheet variance.
When should you choose Workload over enterprise PPM?
When your primary pain is IT team capacity visibility, overload detection, and faster allocation cycles — not multi-BU capex/opex governance.
Does Workload offer a free trial?
Yes — 14-day free trial with no credit card at simpleworkload.com/register. CSV import on Starter (~30 minutes for first setup).
Do you need Jira to use Workload?
No. Workload runs standalone with CSV/Excel import (Starter). Jira Tempo and Azure DevOps integrations are on the Professional plan.
What IT team size is Workload built for?
CIO and IT PMO teams from 20 to 500 people. Below 15 staff Excel may suffice; from 30–50 onward a dedicated tool typically pays off quickly.
Can you migrate from Excel or an existing PPM?
Yes. Workload offers CSV/Excel, Sciforma, and MS Project migration kits with guided wizards. Most IT departments migrate teams and projects in hours.
Does Workload replace full enterprise PPM?
Not at multi-BU PPM parity. Workload is the tactical IT capacity layer (teams, allocations, conflicts, timesheet) — often alongside Sciforma/Planview or replacing Excel.
Which timesheet integrations are available?
Jira Tempo, Azure DevOps, Toggl, and Clockify (Professional plan). Workload compares planned vs actual for CIO reporting and PvA variance.
How does Workload handle intelligent allocation?
Transparent 0–100 scoring (skills ~60%, availability ~40%) with conflict detection — no opaque ML on your data. Generative AI may enrich explanatory text only.