Long time user Craig Kennedy has posted a thorough review of ClearContext IMS v4 and how he applies GTD practice using ClearContext + Outlook as his trusted system:
"Recently ClearContext released version 4 of the Information Management System, and with this release I finally uninstalled the Netcentrics add-in and have moved snugly into ClearContext as my sole workflow tool. What finally tipped the scale for me was the introduction of the Dashboard, a central hub where I can view all my appointments, email messages and tasks according to project. This welcome addition was what turns CC into a GTD powerhouse."
I was most pleased to see that Craig gets the theory behind the IMS Daily Workflow:
"What really knocked my socks off and has served to turbo-charge my work habits is Step 3 in the process, Succeed. … What ClearContext has provided is much needed "context". When I move into the dashboard and begin quickly clicking through my projects, I inevitably find a number of small actionable tasks that I’m all too willing to tackle because I can now see clearly "why" I wanted to do it. By seeing that clear link from task to project, my motivation remains high and I’m getting much more done."
Read the rest of the article is you are looking for additional insight into how to use Outlook and IMS as your trusted system. Also, see our Using IMS with GTD setup guide for additional tips.
On a related note, despite the praise Craig has heaped on the Dashboard, this is just v1.0 of that feature. Future releases will add additional flexibility and interactivity to make it an even more powerful tool for workday management. If you would like to help us prioritize the features we build next, please go to this forum thread and let us know what you would like to see next.