What is PDWare ResourceFirst?
PDWare is a provider of dynamic resource and work planning solutions for strategy and portfolio execution. ResourceFirst, our flagship product, emphasizes prioritization, feasibility and execution as the pillars of successful project and program delivery. ResourceFirst is available for cloud and on-premise installations, providing first-line managers, executives, PMO and EPPMO functions the agility to meet fluctuating work priorities, schedules, demand and staff capacity.
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91 Likeliness to Recommend
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100 Plan to Renew
86 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
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+94 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love PDWare ResourceFirst?
Pros
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
- Efficient Service
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Feature Ratings
Timesheet Management
Mobile
Resource Planning
Lifecycle Management
Risk and Fraud Assessment
Document Management
What If Analysis
Project Portfolio Management
Tasks and Workflow Management
Analytics and Reporting
Project Management
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Vendor Support
Ease of Implementation
Ease of Data Integration
Ease of IT Administration
Breadth of Features
Business Value Created
Ease of Customization
Quality of Features
Usability and Intuitiveness
Availability and Quality of Training
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
PDWare ResourceFirst Reviews
Nathan D.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Biotechnology
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Aug 2025
PDWare Resource First Is A Perfect Fit!
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates PDWare ResourceFirst from other similar products?
One of the most significant differentiators is its exceptional ease of use. The intuitive interface ensures that even new users can navigate the software with ease, reducing the learning curve and increasing productivity. Additionally, the speed and responsiveness of the customer support team are exceptional. Whenever we've encountered any issues or had questions, the support team has been prompt and efficient in providing solutions, which is invaluable for maintaining momentum.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Another standout feature is the seamless integration with our existing corporate financial reporting tools. This integration allows us to manage our entire budget comprehensively, including both labor and non-labor expenses, thereby enhancing our overall financial efficiency. The robust capabilities of PDWare ResourceFirst have significantly streamlined our resource management processes, making it an indispensable tool for our organization.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Previous version of PDWare have been a bit slow when switching screens or analyzing large portfolios. Release 9 has addressed these issues and is lightning fast!
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I've used numerous other highly rates PPM and Resource Management tools and I highly recommend PDWare ResourceFirst to any company looking to improve their portfolio management, resource management and financial reporting efficiency.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Cheryl A.
- Role: Industry Specific Role
- Industry: Healthcare
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Aug 2025
Simple and Effective - Excellent User Experience
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates PDWare ResourceFirst from other similar products?
Simple to use, which significantly impacts user adoption.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Ease of use.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Challenging to figure out new functionality.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Start simple, an iterate over time increasing/expanding use.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Thomas D.
- Role: C-Level
- Industry: Other
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Dec 2023
Reliable and innovative product!
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates PDWare ResourceFirst from other similar products?
Resource Mgmt features merge nicely into Project Mgmt tasks and subsequent timesheet management.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Resource management and analysis features which allow for efficient project and portfolio management.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Would like to see more frequent product and feature updates.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Great product if you are looking for hand-ons analysis with real time impacts to your business.
Pros
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
- Unique Features
