Team Collaboration Software

Boost productivity and streamline workflows with team collaboration software designed specifically for professional services firms with shared projects.

Why Choose BigTime’s Team Collaboration Software?

Professional services firms face constant challenges managing team collaboration across departments and complex projects, especially when relying on disconnected systems or outdated tools. The right team collaboration tools can make all the difference when managing shared projects. BigTime’s team collaboration software is purpose-built to help consulting, accounting, engineering, and architecture firms streamline communication, organize tasks, centralize workflows, and improve productivity whether teams are in-office, remote, or hybrid.

Enhance team productivity

Get real-time data updates and a clear overview of people, projects, and finances.

Streamline communication

Keep your team on the same page with a single source of truth on key data.

Share key information

Keep the right people in the know thanks to customizable roles and various access levels.

Facilitate remote collaboration

Enjoy cloud-based accessibility to collaborate with your team anywhere, anytime.

Ensure data security

Get built-in robust encryption and compliance standards for confidence and security at every step.

Customize workspaces

Align with specific project needs and team structures on the fly and as needed.

Enhance Team Productivity

Improve productivity with real-time data updates and a clear overview of people, projects, and finances. BigTime’s team collaboration software delivers live data visibility across all your projects and resources, helping teams make informed decisions quickly. With every update reflected in real time, team members, project managers, and leadership can stay aligned and proactive.

Streamline Communication

Get your team on the same page with a single source of truth on key data. BigTime offers centralized access to vital project data, so your team can collaborate efficiently, reduce misunderstandings, and keep tasks organized and workflows moving forward without delays.

Share Key Information

Keep the right people in the loop thanks to customizable roles and various access levels. Role-based access ensures that each team member only sees the information that’s relevant to their work, improving both focus and data security. This feature is ideal for larger organizations and collaborative project management tools that involve external stakeholders or multi-department teams.

Two-month business performance comparison with bar graphs for profits and costs

Facilitate Remote Collaboration

Whether your team is in one office or working from multiple locations, BigTime provides cloud-based remote team collaboration tools that make it easy to stay connected. Team members can update tasks and communicate seamlessly anytime, anywhere.

Ensure Data Security

Data protection is non-negotiable. BigTime’s team collaboration platform uses advanced encryption protocols and complies with industry-leading standards to ensure that your client and project information stays safe and secure.

Customize Workspaces

Tailor your workspaces to specific project needs and team structures. Every professional services firm operates differently. BigTime empowers you to tailor dashboards, workflows, and permission settings, making your collaboration software fit your team, not the other way around.

Better collaboration starts here.

free trial

Key Features of BigTime's Team Collaboration Software

BigTime is more than just a platform; it's a complete collaboration ecosystem for project collaboration across distributed teams. These key features ensure your firm gets the most out of every project and every contributor.

Centralized Dashboard

BigTime’s centralized dashboard offers a real-time overview of active projects, individual tasks, and team workloads, all in one location. By eliminating the need to switch between other collaboration tools, teams stay focused and leaders gain clarity on project status at a glance.

Customizable Roles and Access Levels

Set user-specific permissions based on job role, department, or project function to maintain data integrity and streamline responsibilities. Whether you're working with internal team members or external collaborators, this feature keeps everyone focused on their priorities while protecting sensitive information.

Instant Updates

Stay agile with instant alerts that notify team members of changes, comments, or task completions. With team collaboration software that updates in real time, you can reduce lag and boost accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.

Task Management

BigTime makes it easy to assign, track, and complete tasks with intuitive to-do lists and drag-and-drop scheduling. Team members always know what’s next, and project leads can quickly reallocate work to keep everything moving efficiently.

Time Tracking

Once you create tasks, track time by task, project, or client to optimize billing accuracy and future project estimates. This integrated feature supports transparency and provides professional services firms with the data they need to bill faster and forecast better.

Integration Capabilities

BigTime’s project management software integrates seamlessly with essential business tools such as CRMs, accounting software, Google Calendar, and more. This eliminates the need for manual entry, reduces human error, and centralizes operations across your tech stack.

How BigTime’s Team Collaboration Tools Work

Getting started with BigTime is simple and scalable. Whether you're managing a small team or coordinating across multiple departments, these steps will help you launch your team collaboration efforts and grow with confidence.

Step 1: Sign Up and Onboard

Create your BigTime account and use the guided onboarding experience to quickly set up your workspace. From day one, your team is equipped with the best team collaboration tools to drive efficiency.

Step 2: Set Up Projects and Teams

Define your active and upcoming projects, assign team members, and configure access levels. With built-in templates and customization, this step lays the foundation for collaborative project management success.

Step 3: Customize Workflows and Roles

Tailor your workflows to match your firm’s exact processes, from billing types to access levels. BigTime allows you to reflect the way your team actually works, rather than forcing rigid structures.

Step 4: Collaborate in Real Time

Enable real-time collaboration with task updates and reminders. Whether you're brainstorming with remote teams or managing capacity planning across departments, your team can move faster and smarter.

Step 5: Monitor and Optimize

Access robust analytics and reporting tools to evaluate project performance, track KPIs, and identify potential bottlenecks. With data insights at your fingertips, you can continuously refine your approach and maximize ROI.

Why Professional Services Firms Choose BigTime for Team Collaboration

Success Stories: Real Results for Real Firms

Wacek & Associates, a firm specializing in U.S. and expat-based taxes, experienced workflow inefficiencies due to disconnected systems. After transitioning to BigTime, the firm streamlined project and billing operations, enabling faster client service delivery and increasing overall efficiency with a unified, customizable solution. Read the full story.

What Our Customers Say

"BigTime has helped us increase efficiency from start to finish. From onboarding a client to actually doing the work for them, drafting the invoice, and sending it to them, because of the cohesiveness of the program, we're able to increase our efficiency in how we serve the client and how we bill them."

Jay Shewan

Wacek & Associates

Experience the BigTime Difference

Unify your team, streamline your projects, and boost productivity with BigTime’s team collaboration software. Start with our free plan to experience smarter collaboration in action and feel confident that your teams are connected and productive for every project step.

Start a Free Trial Today!

FAQ

What is team collaboration software?

Team collaboration software is a digital platform that enables teams to communicate, manage allocations, and coordinate projects in one centralized space. As one of the best collaboration tools for professional services firms, BigTime’s team collaboration software goes further by integrating project management, time tracking, and real-time collaboration tools specifically tailored for professional services firms.

How does BigTime improve team collaboration?

BigTime enhances collaboration by offering a unified project management platform where team members can assign and manage workloads, track time, and share vital project updates. Unlike other team collaboration tools, BigTime ensures every member can access the same project data, helping eliminate confusion and enabling faster decision-making.

Is BigTime suitable for remote teams?

Absolutely. BigTime is a cloud-based collaboration software solution designed with remote teams in mind. Our project management software supports task tracking and mobile access, allowing teams in different locations to work together seamlessly.

Can BigTime integrate with other tools we use?

Yes. BigTime offers robust integration capabilities with CRM systems, accounting platforms, and calendar apps like Google Calendar. This makes it easy to consolidate your work environment and eliminate repetitive tasks across multiple platforms.

Is my data secure with BigTime?

Yes. BigTime’s project management software uses enterprise-grade encryption and adheres to stringent compliance standards to protect your company’s and clients’ data. From access permissions to secure backups, every layer of our team collaboration platform is built for peace of mind.

Does BigTime offer customization options?

BigTime’s team collaboration tools offer deep customization, allowing you to tailor workflows, dashboards, user permissions, and task structures to match your firm’s processes. This flexibility ensures you use the right collaboration tools for your unique needs.

What kind of support does BigTime provide?

BigTime provides comprehensive customer support, including dedicated onboarding specialists, step-by-step guides, and responsive help desk services. Our team is here to ensure you get the most from your collaboration software from day one.

Can I track project progress in real time?

Yes. BigTime provides live dashboards and detailed reports to monitor project progress, task completion, and team performance in real time. These insights help teams stay aligned and make informed decisions quickly.

Is there a mobile version of BigTime?

Yes, BigTime offers a mobile app that enables you to manage tasks on your to-do list, track time, and stay updated on the go. It’s ideal for teams that need the flexibility to collaborate and manage projects outside of the office.

How does BigTime help team leads work smarter and manage remote work effectively?

BigTime equips team leads with the right tools to manage projects, teams, and tasks, all from one platform. Whether overseeing remote work or in-office collaboration, leaders can easily access vital information, assign tasks, monitor progress, and communicate with their teams in real time. By offering integrated features like time tracking, reporting, and automated notifications, BigTime enables team leads to work smarter, reduce manual effort, and keep teams aligned no matter where they're located.

Can BigTime automate workflows and replace the need for other apps?

Yes. BigTime is built to automate workflows across your entire project lifecycle, from new project task assignments and status updates to approvals and invoicing. This reduces reliance on other apps and consolidates work management into one seamless experience. With customizable workflows, users can eliminate repetitive tasks and ensure that every step is optimized for speed, accuracy, and accountability.