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What does SSI offer?

Structured Solutions, Inc. provides tools, training, and consulting services for project managers and schedulers. Our software works with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Powerpoint to streamline planning and analysis. We handle everything from proposal development through program closeout.

Can I get a trial or demo of SSI Tools?

Yes you can! Just fill out this short form, and we'll be in touch shortly.

What kind of Training do you offer?

SSI provides comprehensive training focused on practical, real-world applications of scheduling best practices including Microsoft Project, Earned Value Management and SSI Tools. You can see our full list of training courses and workshops here.

Why should we hire SSI's Talent team?

Every SSI consultant is backed by the SSI Team that has logged thousands of hours supporting critical projects across A&D, healthcare, construction, and more. We've led teams through certifications, project baselines, audits, and more. Bonus - we know SSI Tools!

What does the SSI Tools Bundled Package include?

The SSI Tools Bundled Package includes the full suite of SSI’s Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint add-ins. These add-ins are designed to enhance schedule analysis, reporting, risk assessment, project statusing, executive-level presentations and much more.

Are SSI Tools subscription or perpetual license models?

SSI Tools are sold as a perpetual license model, not a subscription. This means that when you purchase SSI Tools, you own that version of the software permanently. There are no required monthly or annual subscription payments to continue using the version you purchased. In the initial purchase of the license, Maintenance & Support (M&S) is included in the first year. After the first year, you can choose to renew in an M&S plan.

Does SSI Tools access customer data?

No. SSI Tools does not access, collect, transmit, or store customer data. The full features of SSI Tools can be accessed and used without an internet connection. SSI Tools are desktop add-ins that run locally within Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and Excel. All project data remains within your organization’s environment. The software does not require uploading schedules or files to external servers, and it does not connect to a cloud database to function. Your schedules, resource data, cost information, and proprietary details remain fully under your control and within your IT infrastructure.

Do I need an internet connection to use SSI Tools?

No. The full features of SSI Tools can be accessed and used without an internet connection. SSI Tools is not a cloud-based product, and the software is installed locally on your machine and runs within your Microsoft Office environment.

Do I need to upload my schedule data to any external system for SSI Tools to work?

No. Your project data remains on your internal systems. SSI Tools does not require uploading files to an external server or cloud platform to function.

What are the system requirements for SSI Tools to work on my machine?

To use SSI Tools you must be using a Microsoft Windows computer that has Microsoft Project (Desktop) 2010 or later installed.

Does SSI Tools work with Project Server or Project Online?

Yes! SSI Tools works with Microsoft Project Desktop even in Project Server or Project Online environments.

Are the SSI Tools seats transferable?

Yes, SSI Tools seats are transferable, subject to licensing terms.

If a licensed user leaves your organization or no longer requires access to SSI Tools, the license seat may typically be reassigned to another user within the same organization. SSI Tools licenses may not be transferred to a different company or external entity without prior approval.

When purchased, what does the delivery of the software look like?

SSI Tools are delivered electronically. After purchase, you will receive an email from SSI within 24 hours. This includes: A secure download link for the software installer with your license key, installation instructions and help & support documentation.

Wait, SSI does more than just SSI Tools?

Yes! In addition to our software solutions, SSI provides a range of professional services designed to support scheduling excellence, compliance, and performance improvement. This includes Training on Microsoft Project, Earned Value Management, SSI Tools, and more. We also offer Planning & Scheduling Consulting Services for Proposal Development, Project Start-Up or any short or long-term staffing needs.

What If I don’t renew M&S?

If maintenance is not renewed, you may continue using your licensed version indefinitely. However, access to updates, new features, and technical support will require an active maintenance plan.

How can we use our training hours? (day/hours/virtual/onsite).

SSI training hours are flexible and can be used in a variety of formats to best meet your team’s needs. Options include virtual or onsite for full-day, half day, hourly blocks, or multi-day workshops. Hours can be scheduled consecutively or spread out over time, depending on your preference and availability.

Where can I access training videos and materials?

SSI provides access to training videos, user guides, and supporting materials for our Maintenance & Support customers. You can login to our website to access all of these links or check your welcome email.

Who do I contact for technical support?

Please reach out to ssi@ssitools.com with any technical questions and someone from our support team will reach out to you as soon as possible!

Do you have pricing for the Federal Govt? (GSA)

Yes we are an approved GSA vendor and our contract number is: 47QTCA19D005L.

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