NovaMind Software has just released a new version of NovaMind Platinum with enhanced screenwriting functionality, which can be used for all aspects of screenplay writing as well as experimental screenwriting, visual storyboarding, movie and production planning.
New mind mapping software research and reports center launched
I have just launched a new Research & Reports page on this blog, which gathers all of these valuable resources into one place. Read on to learn more about the valuable resources that have been gathered into one convenient location.
New Wisdomap seeks to deliver simplicity, clarity
Wisdomap is a new web-based mind mapping tool developed by two programmers in the UK that aims to return mind maps to the fundamental simplicity that makes them such powerful tools. And you’re the first to hear about it, in this exclusive announcement.
NovaMind announces import/export enhancements
NovaMind 4 Platinum has recently been enhanced to enable users to export map data to Microsoft Project, and to import data from Project files, according the developer’s blog.
How to use your program’s notes feature
Most of today’s mind mapping software programs enable you to add notes to posts, in either sentence or paragraph form. This is an ideal place to store your thoughts and ideas that are longer than a few words. In addition, according to Roger C. Parker, map notes are a great place to start writing your next article, report or book.
Don’t miss this mind mapping webinar
VizThink, the thriving online community for all things visual, has scheduled a webinar on mind mapping for July 22 at 11a.m. Eastern U.S. time. The presenters will be Jamie Nast, author of the popular book Idea Mapping, and me.
iMindMap 3 is announced
The Buzan organization recently announced that it will launch version 3 of its iMindMap software in August, 2008. This new iteration of the organic mind mapping application includes three versions, designed to meet the needs of different user groups.
Spinscape enters open beta testing, but still needs a lot of work
Spinscape, the web-based with visual mapping/personal information manager tool I told you about in March, recently completed its closed beta testing phase. Anyone can now go to the Spinscape website and sign up for a free 30-day trial of the open beta version of this new web-based application. Be prepared for some usability issues, however.
The four phases of mind mapping
A recent article on IT-Director.com describes the evolution of mind mapping in four phases. I think this model makes a lot of sense. Here’s a summary of it.
TPAssist launches dashboard to help users get started with its task management tools
The developers of TPAssist 2007, a task and project management add-in for MindManager, have launched a “dashboard” on their website to help new users get up to speed on how to benefit from its powerful set of task management and Microsoft Office integration tools.