MangoSpring offers users a suite of communication and project management tools that encourage idea growth and collaboration. Users can oversee their projects in one place. Tasks can be created and assigned so all team members stay on the same page. Calendars are available as part of the Mango Events feature, which allows users to schedule meetings and other gatherings easily. User can also share documents and create ideas that others can read and collaborate on. MangoSpring provides an area to save ideas and see which are the most popular among other employees. Along with a live chat feature, MangoSpring also offers users other messaging options that make it easy to communicate with other employees no matter where they are physically located. MangoSpring also offers apps for iPads, Android phones, Blackberry phones and iPhones.
MangoSpring was founded in 2007. The application was intended to provide all the tools a company needs for collaboration and everyday communication between employees. MangoSpring currently employs around 30 individuals. The company is based in Bellevue, Washington.
MangoSpring offers users a wide range of tools all in one. Along with standard chat and messaging features, MangoSprings also includes an idea collaboration tool that gives employees a place to post an idea and receive feedback. User can create a buzz about ideas, which could help the company decide which might be the best to implement.
The MangoSpring website invites users with many light, cheerful colors. The homepage places a light sky blue alongside darker blue and spring green. The black cloud textured header creates a wonderful balance against the light color scheme. The result is a neatly organized website that is both eye-catching and professional.
A new user can register for a MangoSpring account by clicking the black “Sign Up” link in the upper, right hand corner (under the black header). The top of the following page asks the user to select the number of individual accounts they will need. The user can also check any extra features the would like to include. After submitting the information, the user is taken to the form which asks for an email address, first and last name, company name and phone number. The user must also check the white box at the bottom of the form to confirm their agreement with the MangoSpring terms of service.
All users can try MangoSpring for free for 30 days. After the 30 day free trial, the user must provide billing information and pay for their subscription. MangoSpring charges based on the number of individual users and extra features the company chooses. One user costs approximately $35 per month. Three or more users cost around $20 per user per month while 20 or more users cost around $12.50 per user per month. 100 or more user costs around $8 per user per month and 200 or more user costs around $7.50 per user per month. Extra features can be added as well. The extra features start at around $7 each per user per month and go as low as $1.
MangoSpring.com is intended for businesses. Users can select a plan based on how many accounts they need, which makes it an appealing choice for small companies as well as larger ones. The application also includes a number of extra items that can be added or omitted to save on subscription fees.