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Planstone

by The Planstone Group · Since 2003
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Quick facts
VendorThe Planstone Group
Year launched2003
StatusActive
Location1280 Iroquois Ave 306, Naperville, IL 60490, US
Countries servedGlobal
Languages1
Integrations
Free tier
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About Planstone

Planstone is a project management software from The Planstone Group that focuses on facilitating team collaboration and project tracking. It combines task management, progress monitoring, and resource allocation so teams can efficiently manage their projects. By offering real-time updates and integration with various tools, it allows users to maintain clarity and organization across all project stages. Planstone is designed for teams looking to ensure accountability and transparency in their workflows. Key capabilities: task assignment project timelines progress tracking integration support resource management Best for: project managers and teams that need comprehensive oversight of project development.

Planstone is a highly specialized, enterprise-grade Conference and Abstract Management system, purpose-built for large professional Associations and organizations in the Healthcare and continuing education sectors. Its primary value lies in its unparalleled strength in content lifecycle management, covering everything from peer review (Abstract Management) and speaker content collection to CME/CE Credit Tracking and regulatory Disclosures. Planstone is not just an event tool; it's a data integration hub, offering seamless, intelligent connections with essential back-office systems like AMS and CRM, ensuring data accuracy across the organization. The platform is best suited for mid-to-large associations that prioritize compliance, data integrity, and complex content workflows over simple setup. However, its custom, quote-based pricing and high-service model mean it demands a significant budget and carries a heavier reliance on vendor assistance during deployment.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Offers compliance and functionality vital for highly regulated educational events.
  • +Provides intelligent, seamless integration with virtually all major AMS, CRM, and registration systems used by associations,
  • +Allows organizations to customize the solution to their exact needs without paying for unnecessary features.
  • +Provides peace of mind, especially during the time-sensitive phases of a live conference.
  • +Offers a professional, white-label user experience.
What users flag
  • Users require more hand-holding and training, increasing reliance on the vendor's team.
  • New clients must rely more heavily on the vendor's own demos and references.
  • Clients needing a native app face an extra vendor relationship and potentially higher costs.
  • Any complex modification to data transfer workflows requires vendor assistance and funding.

Features

Key features

Abstract Management
A complete system to collect, manage, review (blind/double-blind options), and select submitted abstracts and presentation proposals.
Speaker Management Portal
Provides a single, secure online portal for speakers to manage their information, upload presentations/handouts, and complete conflict of interest (disclosure) forms.
Credit Tracking & CME/CE
Tools focused on compliance, tracking attendance, collecting mandatory evaluations, and managing continuing medical education (CME) or continuing education (CE) credits.
Intelligent Integration
Offers seamless, "intelligent integration" with the industry's major back-office systems, including AMS (e.g., Personify, Netforum), CRM, and CMS.
Mobile-Optimized Attendee Portal (Web App)
Provides attendees with a responsive, single-site experience for session content, itinerary building, credit claiming, and ePosters on any device.

Additional features

Evaluations & Assessments
Collects session, speaker, and overall conference feedback, linked to a searchable database.
Disclosures
Quick system to help collect, resolve, and report on conflicts of interest, crucial for professional associations.
Handout Management
Collects, reviews, and publishes presentation handouts, making them available to attendees pre- and post-conference.
Itinerary Builder
A tool allowing attendees to build their personal event schedule and plan their meeting experience.
Event Registration & Housing
Optional modules for managing attendee registration, integrated housing blocks, and related marketing.
Branding & Customization
The platform is highly configurable and customizable to adhere to the client's specific organizational branding.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Management
Tools to track sponsor commitments and manage exhibitor details.
Dependable Technical Support
Promises quick and easy support via an in-screen widget, ongoing training, and dedicated customer service.

Pricing

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Free version
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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
1
Interface languages
3
Billing currencies

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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