ProjectTeam vs Kahua

ProjectTeam is as easy as a link. When you get started, you'll receive an invitation with a link to access the system. After that, you have immediate access to all of the features and benefits of the ProjectTeam platform including administration, project setup, document control, cost control, file & photo management, contact directories, and reporting. However, as with any new enterprise software, there is a slight learning curve to master navigation and user tools. We offer implementation training and services to configure ProjectTeam to meet your unique requirements. Configuring the system with custom templates, custom forms, visual workflows, user groups, and branded print templates makes ProjectTeam an "exact fit" solution for your business. The average implementation time is ~2 months which is mostly dependent on your team's level of involvement.

Kahua is made up of different license types and varying apps which means it may take additional time to get everything working before users can log in and access project information. While system data can be lightly configured, you may need to reach out to Kahua's support group often to help set up custom forms or processes to fit your exact needs. For anything customized outside the standard setup, Kahua may charge you extra which increases the total cost of ownership compared to your original proposal.

What users are saying:

"There's really nothing I don't like about ProjectTeam. It works well and so far, if I can think of it, I can pretty much create it in ProjectTeam. The program is great and customer service has been great. I don't know what else I could ask for. 

It was clear after the presentation and my interaction with the people at ProjectTeam that it was something I had to try. The other things I looked at were good but the ProjectTeam system was clearly better to me. It was an intuitive decision based on everything I'd seen from all the other programs (Sage, Kahua, and Procore) up to that point. It just seemed right."

- Larry E., VP of Contracts and Controls, Used ProjectTeam for 2+ years

ProjectTeam offers unlimited customization for forms and reports at both the company and project levels. Admins can modify existing system forms or build completely custom forms directly within the user interface using intuitive drag-and-drop tools. For each form, you can add field types including text, numbers, checkboxes, tables, picklists, reference links, URLs, dates, and more. You can make each field type required which means users won't be able to save the form before filling out those fields. You can also drag fields to reorder them on your forms. Most importantly, you can define security access per field to make sure only the appropriate users have access to your data. Each system form and custom form you create comes with standard features including sharing, action items, workflows, attachments, comments, activity tracking, and reference links. 

Kahua allows admins to modify the configuration of prebuilt forms by hiding and relabeling fields. You can also make certain fields required to ensure users add information to the field before saving. However, to make any complex customizations, you need to contact Kahua directly. While Kahua has its standard platform, they also rely on different apps to support unique processes such as Expense Change Orders, Checklists, Asset Data Collection, and others. Some of these apps are built by Kahua but others are built by outside parties. Therefore, support for those would involve yet another vendor potentially making it complicated to get the help you need in a timely manner. 

What users are saying:

"Overall, ProjectTeam has allowed me to perform my job easier and allowed me to spend more time actually leading and managing the project. ProjectTeam has changed the way Construction Managers not only track items and perform overall document control but also it allows us to engage with the designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders more efficiently and has even improved team relationship building as well.

ProjectTeam allows you to maintain and create an accurate and detailed report within seconds and it is easy to navigate around each module quickly. I think the BEST thing about ProjectTeam is the customizability. This allows the CM to tailor the platform to the project and client needs. Overall ProjectTeam is a huge value add and plays a pivotal role in construction management."

- Rachel I., Assistant Construction Manager, Used ProjectTeam for 3+ years

ProjectTeam provides you with an industry-leading reporting tool that allows you to create and run detailed reports and dashboards. Each project comes with a standard set of reports for processes including RFIs, Action Items, Submittals, Change Orders, Payment Applications, and more. You can view data at any level of your organization and drill down into specific data points to uncover the most important information to drive better decisions. You can also create custom reports using a guided three-step wizard which lets you define data categories, sorts, filters, and layout. For each report, you can include branding elements including your organization's logo, custom project logo, brand colors, and conditional formatting. You can also set up automated delivery of your reports using the "Scheduled Reporting" feature. For example, you can combine your three favorite reports into a single PDF and have ProjectTeam send it to you every Monday at 8 AM on a recurring basis. 

Kahua provides a strong reporting toolset where users can set up and run reports based on data they track on their projects. Reports in Kahua allow you to view data at any level of your capital programs or projects. You can roll up individual project data to view program-level dashboards and reports or drill down from program views to see project-specific cost and process data.

What users are saying:

"ProjectTeam is easily configurable and will allow you to do business your way. We were easily able to recreate our standard forms, processes, and reports in ProjectTeam and were able to create new forms, processes, and reports to capture and report on data and records we had not been able to manage in our old system. The ease of use and flexibility of ProjectTeam truly sets it apart from the competition. Other alternatives we considered include Procore, e-Builder, and Kahua."

- John H., Senior Construction Manager, Used the system for 2+ years

ProjectTeam features a streamlined user experience that is optimized to help project professionals get their job done without getting in the way. By combining powerful features with intuitive user experience, ProjectTeam has won awards such as "Best Ease of Use" by Capterra and "Category Leader" by GetApp. Organizations that make the switch to ProjectTeam often see an improvement in their data quality because it is easier for end-users to enter data into the application either from their desktop or mobile device. Considering everything included in ProjectTeam's all-in-one platform, high-quality data gives you greater visibility into the overall health of your projects and business. 

Kahua is a powerful software solution that is made up of platform features and "app" add-ons created by an ecosystem of software developers. This mix of apps can present an inconsistent experience for users navigating through the application. Also, while Kahua has some cloud-based features, users are often encouraged to use the desktop version because some features are not available in the web version of Kahua.

What users are saying:

"The staff at ProjectTeam had immense industry knowledge that helped to collaborate with our internal SME's throughout the implementation process. They were always responsive and willing to work within our needs.

The software was customizable to incorporate the many different types of projects we have and the individual processes within them. The software was very easy to use and the site layout had a simple flow to it."

- Joseph K., Director of Project Controls, Used the system for 6-12 months