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Does Project Management Software Make Sense on the Apple Watch?

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I am regularly asked if and when there will be functions for the Apple Watch in Merlin Project. Since the question is natural and justified, I invite you to a short walk in my head.

Merlin Project on the Mac and iPad

Currently Merlin Project is running on the Mac, iPad and iPhone. New projects are created and edited on the Mac and iPad. Compared to the Mac version, we're not quite up to date with the iPad version yet, but we're constantly working on it. This means that both tools have a clear use case: create and manage projects of any size.

Merlin Project on the iPhone

The next-smaller size is the iPhone. Even though it gets more difficult here due to the different dimensions, one can summarize that the project manager rarely creates a project on his smartphone. But since you always have Merlin Project with you on your iPhone, you'll quickly find the optimal use for it: View parts of a project and make minor changes. For example, it is very popular to attach a photo to a task: This quickly documents a construction defect.

Does Merlin Project make sense on the Apple Watch?

Merlin Project on the Apple Watch

Now we look at the smallest Apple device; the clock. What should be displayed for the project manager on the 38mm, 42mm or even 44mm? A task list, a Gantt chart, or even a Kanban board? At the moment we have our doubts. Besides, the Apple Watch is more of a tool for meticulous tasks. And this rarely includes project management.

However, if you would like to have your project on your smartwatch as an appointment or all-day event, simply use our calendar sync.

Your opinion?

If you see it differently, then write to me! Either directly email or also in our user forum.

I look forward to your opinion!
Frank Blome

Posted by Frank Blome on April 24th, 2019 under Products
Tags: merlin-project

Merlin Project on the Mac and iPad

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