Hi everyone,
I’m curious to hear from professionals, especially those working in design departments or creative teams within mid to large US-based enterprises ($1B–$10B annual revenue).
Many such organizations still rely on basic tools like Microsoft Project, Excel, email chains, or even manual processes for project and work management. Despite the fast-paced nature of creative work, structured work management software adoption still seems low in these environments.
Here’s my question:
What are the best work management tools you’ve used (or recommend) for large, distributed teams—especially ones with creative workflows like design, marketing, or content?
- Which platforms are intuitive for designers yet robust for leadership?
- How do they integrate with design tools like Adobe Creative Cloud or Figma?
- Are there solutions that scale well across multiple departments or business units?
I’m looking for responses that consider:
- Ease of use for creative professionals
- Collaboration across departments
- Reporting and approvals
- Integration with existing ecosystems (Microsoft 365, Slack, etc.)
Even though I’m a bit late to the topic of structured work management in enterprise design teams, I believe it’s more crucial now than ever to bridge that gap.
Would love to hear your experiences, insights, or even red flags.
Thanks in advance!