FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inexpensive, Easy Project Management Software Simplifies Scheduling for Small- to Medium-Sized Businesses.

MinuteMan Systems announces the release of new version 7.1 of MinuteMan and MinuteManPlus Project Management Software. These programs now allow small-to-medium sized businesses to plan their projects without the expense and training usually associated with other project management programs.

Belmont, MA (PRWEB) March 2, 2004 --These new products focus on the basic needs of scheduling projects and assigning people and equipment. Comprehensive features are available when needed but dont get in the way" of getting started. Both programs include traditional project management features such as a Gantt chart (timeline") and critical-path tracking, and also provide a unique Planning View" to help organize tasks in groups. A variety of standard and customizable reports make it easy to monitor progress and distribute information to others.

For managing just one or a few projects at a time, MinuteMan ($49.95) can handle up to 5 concurrent projects of 200 tasks. For those who need to coordinate across a wide range of projects, MinuteManPlus ($99.95) handles 100 projects of 200 tasks each and provides additional cross-project reporting and management features.

Minuteman and MinuteManPlus have been well received by construction companies, educational institutions, charitable organizations, and a wide variety of private and government offices.

Products are available on CD or by immediate web download. Discounts are available for educational/non-profit organizations.

Further information, including evaluation copies of the programs and product pricing, may be obtained online at www.minuteman-systems.com