This meeting served as a walkthrough for beginners on how to use Basecamp for project management.
Key features and pricing plans of Basecamp were explained, including the process for setting up projects, inviting team members, and utilizing various tools within the platform.
The demonstration included a step-by-step guide to creating tasks, managing files, scheduling events, and leveraging live chat within a project.
No decisions, action items, or follow-ups were identified, as this was an instructional overview.
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Basecamp Overview and Getting Started
Basecamp is an all-in-one platform for project management, offering features such as live chat, file storage, to-do lists, schedules, and more.
There are two pricing options:
Standard plan at $15 per user/month (500 GB storage), suitable for small teams.
Pro Unlimited plan at $300/month (5 TB storage), intended for larger organizations.
Basecamp provides a 30-day free trial, and clients/guests can be included at no additional cost.
Creating and Managing Projects
After registering on Basecamp, users land on the main dashboard, where they can view recent projects, assignments, and schedules.
Users can invite team members or clients, assigning access to specific projects if needed.
Each project allows customization of enabled tools, including:
Message Board: Central location for announcements.
To-Dos: Task lists with assignable owners and due dates.
Docs & Files: Upload and share documents or files.
Chat: Live chat functionality for team communication.
Schedule: Calendar for tracking dates, events, or repeated items.
Card Table: Visual task management similar to Trello, with cards tracking status such as "in progress" or "done."
Projects can be invite-only or accessible to all members.
Using Task Management Tools
Tasks (to-dos) can be grouped into lists, assigned to individuals, and set with due dates and notifications.
Completed tasks can be checked off, and new lists (e.g., editing, script writing) can be created for different workflows.
File management allows uploading and downloading among team members within each project.
Team Communication and Scheduling
Chat provides real-time team messaging and supports media such as files and emojis.
Schedule enables setting up events or deadlines, including repetitive events and the ability to include multiple team members.
Admin Tools and Mobile Access
"Admin Land" allows administrators to manage users, permissions, and project access.
Basecamp is available for desktop and mobile platforms, ensuring team members can stay updated on projects from any device.