Groups & Projects
MangoApps Groups & Projects allow for collaboration across teams and departments
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MangoApps Groups & Projects allow for collaboration across teams and departments
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MangoApps provides multiple workspace options to facilitate collaboration, communication, and organize employees based on their roles and tasks. The two primary workspace types— Projects and Groups—each serve distinct purposes and offer unique features. This guide will help you understand these workspace options and how to choose the best one for your needs.
Projects in MangoApps are designed for structured, task-driven collaboration. They allow teams to work together on specific initiatives with defined goals, deadlines, and milestones.
Task Management: Assign tasks, set due dates, and track progress.
Collaboration Tools: Use wikis, posts, and file-sharing for seamless teamwork.
Guest & External User Access: Invite clients or partners securely.
Project Visibility Controls: Public, private, or unlisted settings.
Custom Modules: Enable or disable features like wikis, IM, and reports as needed.
Project Health Tracking: Monitor progress with at-risk and overdue task alerts.
Coordinating cross-functional teams on large initiatives.
Managing ongoing or temporary projects with clear objectives.
Assigning tasks and tracking project milestones.
Groups in MangoApps function as forums where employees can collaborate based on shared interests, job functions, or locations. Unlike projects, groups are less structured and more discussion-oriented.
Casual & Informal Collaboration: Engage in discussions without formal task tracking.
Customizable Access: Public, private, and unlisted group settings.
Knowledge Sharing: Store and share information over time.
Interest-Based Communities: Create groups for hobbies, social causes, or office locations.
Group Calendars: Plan and coordinate group-specific events.
File & Resource Sharing: Upload and manage shared files.
Organizing employees around office locations or job roles.
Creating peer-to-peer discussion forums.
Hosting ongoing conversations without strict task management.
By selecting the right MangoApps workspace, you can enhance productivity, communication, and foster better collaboration across your organization.
Purpose
Managing specific tasks and deliverables
Facilitating open-ended discussions
Best for
Task-driven initiatives
Informal collaboration and networking
Task Management
Comprehensive
Minimal
File Sharing
Yes
Yes
External Users
Yes
Yes (guest users)
Calendar
Yes
Yes
Privacy Settings
Public, Private, Unlisted
Public, Private, Unlisted
Custom Modules
Extensive
Moderate
When selecting the best workspace for your needs, consider the purpose of your collaboration:
Choose a Project if you are working on an initiative with defined tasks, milestones, and deadlines.
Choose a Group if you want a flexible, informal forum for discussions and knowledge sharing.
