What do I need in order to use Project|Center?

Just a computer with Internet access, an email account and one of the following Java-enabled Web browsers:  Internet Explorer 6.0+, Firefox 1.0.4+, and Netscape Navigator 6.0+.

What if my team is hesitant in using Project|Center?

For new clients, or teams with staff new to working on the Internet or Project|Center, Primeware provides complete workflow consultation and orientation. This can be scheduled on the same day as a kickoff or team meeting, and ensures everyone will be successful in using the system. After that, we will allways be presente and respond to costumers needs, providing all the advisory needed to make full use of Project|Center.

What are the benefits of using a hosted extranet service?

The extremely short implementation time: you can literally start anytime and anywhere. No special hardware or software and no system managers or other resources are required. Therefore, the initial investment is usually zero, and the operational costs are minimal, as you don't need any maintenance on the hardware supporting the system.

Is it safe to store confidential documents in Project|Center?

Project|Center is protected by a password security system. If normal rules of confidentiality are obeyed, sharing data through Project|Center is much safer than copying documents and sending them to all parties involved in the project.

What types of documents can be managed by Project|Center?

Project|Center manages any type of document. The system allows you to view and/or redline 200 file formats, including .doc (Microsoft Word), .xls (Microsoft Excel), .dwg (AutoCAD/BitCAD), .dgn (MicroStation) etc.

How does Project|Center compare to email?

If you email a document to several people, you never know who has the latest version. And sometimes people don't have the application they need to view the document, or the email doesn't arrive at all because the attached file is too large. There are so may factors that can go wrong that is impossible to describe them all. With Project|Center, you keep all documents in one secure place - just view them online without worrying about downloads - and you have sure that everyone as access to it, reducing time responses due to undelivered information or request.

How does Project|Center compare to FTP?

Project|Center provides a much more intuitive, easier way to upload and download documents than FTP. All it takes is a Web browser to access and use files; you never have to think about their physical storage location. Project|Center also provides workflow integration, document history, document commenting, search and filter tools, etc.

What is redlining, and how does it work?

Redlining is a way to add comments (text and/or drawing elements) to documents without changing the original file. The information is superimposed on the drawing in a separate layer or file.

Project|Center is based on state-of-the-art Enterprise Java technology, which offers cross-platform compatibility, security and load balancing.