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For the past 25+ years, The Motley Fool has been serving individual investors who are looking to improve their investing results and make their financial lives easier. Today, we launch The Blueprint, where we’ll be applying that same rigor and critical thinking to the world of business and software.

The Blueprint Score
9.8 out of 10

What is the Blueprint Score?

The Blueprint Score is a numerical rating of a product on a 1-10 scale. The four inputs to the total score include evaluating the product based on its ease of use, support, pricing, and key features. You can be sure the Blueprint Score is unbiased and impartial.

How do you review products?

Each product is thoughtfully reviewed by an expert writer, who has experience with and knowledge of that software category. Products are tested individually to ensure the writers have firsthand experience with every product they evaluate.

How often do your Top Picks change?

We’ll review our products every three months, at a minimum. However, we know that landscapes change, and companies roll out new product features and plans often, so we’ll be keeping a watchful eye on any updates and will make sure we keep you informed!

Are your reviews sponsored?

Our reviews are not sponsored or influenced by third parties. Our editorial opinions are our own and are independent from the advertising side of The Blueprint. We may receive compensation from affiliate partners, but it in no way influences our objectivity.

Meet a Few of Our Experts

The Blueprint team of industry professionals has been hand-picked based on their previous experience, their ability to thoughtfully review software and technology products, and their passion for writing jargon-free, easy-to-read content.

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Sheryll Poe

Sheryll Poe

Technology Journalist

Sheryll Poe is a freelance tech and business journalist based in Alexandria, Virginia where she writes about the latest technology and trends in entrepreneurship, hospitality, real estate, retail, travel and more. When not wielding words on behalf of clients, Sheryll enjoys cooking (and eating), watching bad reality television, and traveling the world.

Tom Rayner

CRM Expert

Tom Rayner has been involved in digital marketing since 2006 and specializes in SEO — along the way, he’s built and sold six-figure affiliate websites, and seven-figure marketing agencies. Despite all that, he’s a bit of a goof and prone to some epic fails alongside his successes. Also, he’s British, so he apologi(s)es in advance!

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Karen McCandless

Email Marketing Expert

Karen McCandless is a content strategist, digital analyst, and researcher, specializing in business communications and technology. Her work has appeared on The Next Web, Softonic, Business2Community, Business.com, and Microsoft Europe.

Nicholas Morpus

Project Management Expert

Nick is a seasoned writer and digital marketing specialist with lots of experience in B2B software research. He has always had a passion for technology and has worked as an Apple technical specialist, in the social media startup scene, and also in local DC real estate.

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Check out the software categories below to learn more about how technology can help increase the productivity, efficiency, and profitability of your business. Browse each category to find our Top Picks, Buying Considerations, and Frequently Asked Questions.

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