Asta Development has announced a new entry-level software tool specifically designed to help trade contractors and small construction companies create plans, manage projects and communicate progress - Asta Easyplan.

Asta Easyplan comes with a pedigree, it was developed by the same team that created Asta Powerproject - the professional project management tool which is used widely throughout the construction industry, including 45 of the top 50 main contractors.

Asta Easyplan is ideal for trade contractors and smaller construction companies who need to develop project plans quickly or share project plans with main contractors using Asta Powerproject. At a very competitive price, Asta Easyplan gives the first-time user powerful planning tools without the expense and extra features of a full-blown project management package.

Heritage North is one of the first construction companies to take advantage of the software. Dr James Gordon, Director comments: "As a new user we have achieved our two objectives: to communicate effectively with major multinational clients operating Asta Powerproject, as well as being able to present concise and clear programmes for individual small clients."