The Australian Accelo Alternative - Drum

Are you a professional service firm looking for an Australian Accelo alternative that offers value for money and truly understands your unique needs?

Look no further than Drum, the innovative, Australian software solution designed specifically for businesses like yours.

In this article, we’ll explore why Drum is quickly becoming the go-to choice for firms seeking a more intuitive, efficient, and customizable platform to manage their operations.

The Challenge of Finding the Right Australian Accelo Alternative

As a professional service firm, you know the importance of having the right tools to manage your business effectively. While Accelo has been a popular choice for many, some firms find themselves searching for an alternative that better aligns with their budgets, specific workflows and requirements.

Enter Drum: A Fresh Approach to Professional Service Management

Drum is not just another project management tool; it’s a comprehensive solution tailored to the unique needs of professional service firms. With its modern interface, lightning-fast performance, and Australia-based support, Drum is changing the game for businesses looking for alternatives to Accelo and who want to streamline their operations and boost productivity.

Drum offers the below basics that your firm needs to succeed and much, much more:

1. Project management
2. CRM
3. Proposals
4. Time Tracking
5. Invoicing
6. Xero integration
7. Project collaboration
8. Tasks management
9. Many more internal business tools

Key Features That Set Drum Apart For Australian Professional Firms

1. Intuitive Sales Management & CRM

Drum’s sales management features go beyond basic CRM functionality. With its AI-powered inbox, you can effortlessly convert inquiry emails into opportunities, complete with all associated records. This intelligent approach to sales management saves time and ensures no potential lead slips through the cracks.

2. Seamless Proposal Management

Creating winning proposals has never been easier. Drum allows you to generate proposals from templates, price projects with ease, and even produce dynamic Word documents directly from the platform. The best part? Successful proposals can be converted into projects within seconds, eliminating double data entry and reducing errors.

3. Flexible Project Pricing

Drum’s drag-and-drop project pricing interface makes it simple to create accurate budgets. You can easily allocate labour, expenses, and business overheads to different project stages, ensuring your pricing is always on point. Plus, with the ability to sync financial data from a project budget to a proposal with a single click, you’ll save valuable time and reduce the risk of discrepancies.

4. Efficient Time Tracking

Say goodbye to cumbersome timesheets. Drum’s intuitive time tracking system allows staff to log project time, overhead time, or leave in moments. Managers can approve timesheets with a single click, streamlining the entire process and ensuring accurate billing.

5. Comprehensive Project Management

From structuring projects based on proposal budgets to task management and tracking unbilled time, Drum’s project management features are designed to keep your projects on track and profitable. Easily allocate expenses against projects and monitor financial performance in real-time.

6. Seamless Invoicing with Xero Integration

Drum takes the headache out of invoicing with its seamless Xero integration. Create project invoices using unbilled expenses or simple templates, and enjoy two-way communication with Xero to keep your financial data in sync. Plus, with robust accounts receivable reporting, you’ll always have a clear picture of your cash flow.

7. Detailed Reporting

Make data-driven decisions with Drum’s comprehensive reporting features. From project WIP to staff performance, you’ll have all the insights you need at your fingertips. Easily export payroll information and generate accounts receivable and payable reports to keep your finances in check.

8. Customizable Permissions

Drum understands that every firm has unique needs when it comes to user access. That’s why we offer customizable roles with fine-grain access to different features and information, ensuring that your team members have exactly the right level of access they need to do their jobs effectively.

Why Choose Drum Over Accelo?

While Accelo has its merits, Drum offers several key advantages that make it a compelling alternative:

1. Fairly Priced: Accelo is an expensive project management product, especially when you consider exchange rates. Drum plans can often be a third of the price of the equivalent Accelo product and offer significant value for money.
2. Modern, Intuitive Interface: Drum’s sleek, user-friendly design makes it easy for your team to adopt and use effectively.
3. Lightning-Fast Performance: Say goodbye to slow loading times and frustrating lag. Drum is built for speed, allowing you to work efficiently and get more done.
4. Local Support: In comparison to Accel, Drum is an Australia-based company. We offer hands-on customer service, including personalized onboarding and training to ensure your team gets the most out of the platform.
5. Tailored Workflows: Drum’s features are designed to match how professional service firms actually work, making it easier to integrate into your existing processes. We offer a much higher-touch service than Accelo can and can customise project management, CRM, task management, resource planning and many more features for your firm.
6. Customization Options: Need a specific feature or workflow? Drum offers customizable workflows to fit your unique business needs.
7. Comprehensive Solution: Unlike some alternatives that excel in one area but fall short in others, Drum provides a holistic approach to managing your professional service firm, from sales to invoicing and everything in between.

Real-World Success: How Firms Are Benefiting from Drum

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s how real professional service firms are seeing results with Drum:

Case Study: Engineering Excellence

A mid-sized structural engineering firm with 30 staff was struggling with their existing project management software. They found it clunky, slow, and unable to adapt to their specific workflows. After switching to Drum, they reported:

• 30% reduction in time spent on administrative tasks
• 15% increase in successful proposal conversions
• Improved project profitability due to more accurate time tracking and invoicing

The firm’s operations manager commented, “Drum has transformed how we manage our projects. The intuitive interface and customizable features have made a world of difference. Our team actually enjoys using the software now, which has led to better data accuracy and ultimately, improved profitability.”

Making the Switch From Accelo: A Smooth Transition

One of the biggest concerns when considering a switch from Accelo for your project management needs is the potential disruption to your business. Drum understands this concern and has developed a comprehensive onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition:

1. Personalized Onboarding: Our team works closely with you to understand your specific needs and configure Drum accordingly.
2. Data Migration: We assist in transferring your existing data from Accelo to Drum, ensuring no valuable information is lost in the process. This includes your project management data, crm data, all outstanding tasks and more.
3. Training and Support: We provide thorough training for your team and ongoing support to address any questions or issues that may arise.
4. Continuous Improvement: We value customer feedback and regularly update our platform based on user suggestions, ensuring Drum continues to meet the evolving needs of professional service firms.

The Future of Professional Service Management

As the business landscape continues to evolve, so too must the business tools we use to manage our operations. Drum is at the forefront of this evolution, constantly innovating to provide professional service firms with the most effective, efficient, and user-friendly solution possible.

By choosing Drum as your Accelo alternative, you’re not just selecting a software platform; you’re partnering with a team dedicated to your success. We understand the unique challenges faced by professional service firms, and we’re committed to helping you overcome them.

Ready to Transform Your Project Management?

If you’re ready to experience the Drum difference for yourself, we invite you to book a demo with our team. See firsthand how Drum can streamline your operations, boost productivity, and drive profitability for your professional service firm.

Ready to see how Drum can revolutionize your professional service firm? Book a demo with our expert team today. We’ll walk you through the platform, answer your questions, and show you how Drum can be tailored to your specific needs.