Effort Estimation Software for Labor and Staff Forecasting

Galorath’s effort estimation software helps teams build accurate labor forecasts using proven software effort estimation methods. Reduce rework, improve resource planning, and align cost, schedule, and staffing with confidence, all in one platform.

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The Foundation of Labor Planning

Why Effort Estimation Software Is Essential for Accurate Project Scope, Staffing, and Schedule Decisions

Effort estimation software plays a central role in project planning by helping teams forecast labor, define scope, and align schedules from the start. Accurate labor estimating software reduces staffing gaps, avoids schedule slippage, and supports defensible resource plans. Galorath’s platform applies proven software effort estimation methods to improve visibility and decision-making across all phases of your project lifecycle.

Platform for Effort Estimation

SEER: Software Effort Estimation Software That Scales Across Teams, Projects, and Planning Cycles

SEER® is software effort estimation software built to improve labor forecasting, resource allocation, and schedule accuracy. It applies proven software effort estimation methods to help teams produce consistent, transparent results across initiatives. As a platform, SEER and SEERai™ connect cost, effort, and time so planning stays aligned from initial scope to final delivery, supporting better decisions throughout the project lifecycle.

What Makes SEER Different

Smarter Labor Estimation for Real-World Project Demands

SEER offers unique features that improve how teams estimate effort, assign resources, and plan with confidence.

Proven Estimation Methods

SEER uses validated software effort estimation methods that support accuracy from early scope through delivery.

Linked Cost and Effort

Connect labor hours to cost, schedule, and risk so your planning stays integrated across the project lifecycle.

AI-Powered Inputs

Use natural language and AI assistance to build labor forecasts faster without sacrificing accuracy or logic.

Reusable Templates

Standardize effort estimation across teams using templates tailored to project types, phases, or roles.

Explainable Results

Every estimate in SEER includes traceable logic and clear assumptions, making reviews faster and easier to defend.

Scenario Planning

Test labor and staffing tradeoffs with what-if models that support better resource decisions under changing demands.

Effort That Drives Cost and Time

Galorath Connects Effort Estimation with Cost and Schedule for Better Planning and Informed Tradeoff Decisions

Effort estimation is more than forecasting labor. SEER connects effort, cost, and schedule in one integrated platform, so your decisions reflect the full project impact. As you refine scope or shift resources, SEER shows how those changes affect delivery timelines and total cost. With built-in logic, role-based modeling, and traceable assumptions, SEER helps teams plan realistically, avoid rework, and deliver projects that meet both budget and business goals.

One Platform, Multiple Applications

Effort Estimation That Supports Complex Project Environments

Galorath supports effort estimation across software, hardware, and systems engineering projects, using trusted methods and scalable models to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and guide delivery.

Software Effort Estimation

SEER applies industry-tested software effort estimation methods to model tasks, roles, and phases. It supports agile, waterfall, or hybrid workflows with consistent and explainable results.

Hardware Development

SEER improves labor forecasting for design, prototyping, integration, and testing. Teams can explore tradeoffs in materials, resources, and staffing to stay aligned with budget and schedule.

Systems Engineering

SEER helps estimate effort across early concept development, requirements analysis, and integration. It brings structure to complex planning and supports data-driven engineering reviews.

Estimate Labor with Confidence Across All Project Phases

Galorath’s platform models engineering and production effort based on scope, complexity, and design decisions. Teams can plan workloads early and accurately.

Explore our Case Studies

Raytheon Improves Effort Estimates with Structured Data

Raytheon used Galorath to generate consistent effort estimates across software projects. The platform enabled better headcount planning and improved confidence in schedules.

“The SEER tools are equally strong at estimating both software and hardware costs. When you use a parametric model like SEER, you reduce uncertainty by deconstructing the project into smaller, well-defined components, the cost estimate of which can be more readily critiqued by the technical and program management staff. SEER is easy [to use] and intuitive.”

David Bracamonte, Senior Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How can SEER help reduce time spent on manual effort estimation?

SEER reduces manual effort estimation by automating key steps using proven models and AI-driven inputs. Teams can generate labor forecasts with natural language, apply reusable templates, and link estimates directly to cost and schedule. This saves time, improves consistency, and eliminates the need to build spreadsheets or custom tools from scratch.

Do I need story points or function points to estimate software development effort?

No. SEER supports multiple software effort estimation methods, including but not limited to story points and function points. You can estimate using size-based inputs like source lines of code, user-defined sizing metrics, or past project analogies. SEER adapts to your workflow and provides consistent results regardless of the method you use.

Can SEER estimate effort across Agile and traditional project workflows?

Yes. SEER supports both Agile and traditional project workflows. Whether you're planning sprints or managing waterfall phases, SEER provides flexible effort estimation that aligns with your delivery model. You can define tasks, roles, and iterations to match your process and generate consistent forecasts across teams and methodologies.

How does SEER compare to generic labor estimating tools or spreadsheets?

Unlike generic tools or spreadsheets, SEER is purpose-built for effort estimation. It combines proven estimation methods, role-based modeling, and built-in cost and schedule integration. SEER delivers consistent, explainable forecasts that scale across projects and teams. It eliminates guesswork, reduces manual inputs, and helps decision-makers understand the impact of effort on total project performance.

Can SEER help with early-stage feasibility analysis for labor needs?

Yes. SEER supports early-stage feasibility analysis by providing quick, high-level effort estimates based on minimal inputs. You can model labor needs before detailed requirements are available, helping you assess project viability, compare alternatives, and make informed resource decisions early in the planning process.

Is SEER suitable for estimating outsourced or offshore development efforts?

Yes. SEER is well-suited for estimating outsourced or offshore development efforts. It allows you to define labor categories, cost rates, productivity factors, and regional differences. This helps you compare internal and external options, model vendor performance, and create accurate estimates that reflect real-world delivery conditions.

Estimate labor and effort quickly, confidently, and at any level of detail.

Need to forecast effort with confidence? Schedule a demo to see how SEER streamlines labor estimation and supports your planning goals.

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