The simplified lifecycle management features in SLIM-Collaborate rely on the smooth transfer of project settings, data, and trends between SLIM-Suite desktop tools and files and Collaborate. SLIM-Estimate and SLIM-DataManager are not replaced; rather, the Back Office ensures the relevance and accuracy of portfolio analysis by keeping projects and data in sync, regardless of where they are created and used. To keep things running smoothly, there are a couple of best practices Back Office administrators should keep in mind.