Compare Artwork Archive и Masterpiece Manager

Benefits:

This product was recommended to me by a colleague who also oversees a relatively small art collection. As soon as I contacted them they immediately... Read more

This product was recommended to me by a colleague who also oversees a relatively small art collection. As soon as I contacted them they immediately responded with a helpful demonstration and answer to all my questions. The product is very intuitive, easy to navigate, and has a clean look. It also allows easy posting to social media. There is the additional advantage of reporting in various formats that allow for inventory analysis. A great product!

Drawbacks:

One minor issue is that there is not an easy way to distinguish historical artists from current contacts, as all are tracked in a "contacts" tab. N... Read more

One minor issue is that there is not an easy way to distinguish historical artists from current contacts, as all are tracked in a "contacts" tab. Not a big deal, really, but you do need to ensure that you're completing the profile. It would also be nice if viewers who visit the public profile could see a biography of an artist that you may have entered in the contact profile.

Summary:

I have found them to be interested in what we are doing and willing to work with us to ensure that the software is matching our needs. We are a sma... Read more

I have found them to be interested in what we are doing and willing to work with us to ensure that the software is matching our needs. We are a small gallery and so our needs parallel but they have been actively engaged.

Benefits:

User friendly, ease of use, multiple users with restrictions capability, public portal to share collections, customer service, attractive interface... Read more

User friendly, ease of use, multiple users with restrictions capability, public portal to share collections, customer service, attractive interface, openness of Artwork Archive to suggest new features.

Drawbacks:

It is hard to say because I am still learning to use the system efficiently. Customizable drop down menus would be a nice feature.

Summary:

This software is extremely user friendly and has so many usable features that have already increased the visibility of our permanent and rotating... Read more

This software is extremely user friendly and has so many usable features that have already increased the visibility of our permanent and rotating exhibits. Artist profitability has increased dramatically since we implemented this system. And sharing information is so much easier than our old system. The cost is extremely affordable in comparison to other systems out there. Another feature that helped us make our decision was the number of active users you can have on the account and customizable restrictions. Even though the thought of migrating over 4,000 records and associated images was daunting, the customer service team was right there to help every step of the way. All in all we are extremely satisfied.

Benefits:

It has so many features that make maintaining inventory and creating /selecting work for events and shows so much easier. It is a great tool for m... Read more

It has so many features that make maintaining inventory and creating /selecting work for events and shows so much easier. It is a great tool for managing inventory locations and sales!

Drawbacks:

Having already had a large inventory and needing to enter data initially was a huge project. I'm really glad I did it though. It is so worth it. ... Read more

Having already had a large inventory and needing to enter data initially was a huge project. I'm really glad I did it though. It is so worth it. I just made it a part of my routine to enter a few each day or so. While existing files can be entered as a batch it all depends on your existing (antiquated software, in my case) as to just how much that will work for you.

Summary:

Benefits:

This product review actually resonates perfectly as part of my career involves organizing visual archives. I decided to give this product a chance ... Read more

This product review actually resonates perfectly as part of my career involves organizing visual archives. I decided to give this product a chance to shine as I was curious about what it would present. I do enjoy the clean, minimalistic appearance it prides itself in. In addition, I find myself inspired by its ease of guidance with a tutorial-listic approach to instructing its users.

Drawbacks:

I feel that, because this software gives off the impression of a community-based site, I do wish it would carry an option for users to showcase the... Read more

I feel that, because this software gives off the impression of a community-based site, I do wish it would carry an option for users to showcase their work at a more open portal in a free plan (where they can share their work, without having to pay a large sum just to do so). It would be fair enough to provide a free plan to show your work, with limited options.

Summary:

I do understand the presentation and workflow of the Artwork Archive. However, I discontinued my use with the product as it seemed unnecessary. How... Read more

I do understand the presentation and workflow of the Artwork Archive. However, I discontinued my use with the product as it seemed unnecessary. However, I do have a belief that they can change their options in the future.