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CRM for virtual assistants who track monthly hours for every client.

Virtual assistants frequently operate under fixed monthly hours agreements while receiving conflicting operational directives from multiple stakeholders within a single client organization. Workspace369 runs that work in one system: client records, proposals, projects and tasks, time tracking on every plan, client messages and invoices.

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Operators document each work allocation and log billable time, so everyone can see how much of the monthly agreement is used before new requests start.

Key facts

CRM for virtual assistants at Workspace369 covers 9 areas, including client records, proposals, projects and tasks.

The workflow runs in 5 steps, from "establish client records and hour limits" to "deploy client portal and issue invoices".

Workspace369 starts at $29/mo for 1 seat, and the Commander plan includes 20 seats and 12× Cadet usage at $299/mo.

Additional seats cost $10 each; full pricing is public on the Workspace369 pricing page.

CRM for virtual assistants compared

For a VA who bills retainers or hour packages and wants the client, tasks, logged time, portal and invoice on one record, Workspace369 fits from $29 a month on Cadet (1 seat, 5 active projects; Voyager at $74 lifts the project cap). Moxie is the lowest price at $12 a month but has no portal on Starter, Plutio Core is $19 a month for up to 9 active clients, and Harvest's free plan tracks time for 1 seat and 2 projects.

ToolEntry price (monthly)Billed yearlyTime tracking on entry planMain entry-plan limitTrial
Workspace369$29 (Cadet)$23.25 a monthYes5 active projects, 1 seat14 days, card required
Moxie$12 (Starter)$10 a monthYesNo portal or automations14 days, no card
Plutio$19 (Core)$190 a yearNot named on page9 active clients, solo7 days, no card
Bonsai$25 (Essentials)$19 a monthYes (from Basic)Per user; Basic has no invoices7 days, card to continue
HoneyBook$36 (Starter)$29 a month (Starter)Not listed2 live lead forms30 days, no card
Dubsado$35 (Starter)$335 a year (Starter)Not listed1 lead form, no public proposals21 days, no card
HubSpot CRM$0Not applicableNot listed2 users, 1,000 contactsNone stated, no card
Harvest$0 (Free)$9 per seat (Teams)YesFree: 1 seat, 2 projects30 days, no card

Prices and limits from each vendor's official pricing page, checked October 17, 2026, in USD. Prices change, so confirm before you buy. Read the full buyer's guide.

Operational Risks in Multi-Stakeholder Virtual Assistance

Conflicting Stakeholder Directives

When two managers from the same client company assign tasks simultaneously, a virtual assistant faces conflicting operational priorities. Without clear documentation inside client records, hours are consumed on low-value tasks before the primary stakeholder can intervene. This administrative friction leads to unbillable overages, missed delivery targets, and broken agreements. Operators require an explicit method to log tasks and sort priority sequences before executing assignments.

Monthly Hours Agreement Overages

Operating under a rigid monthly hours agreement requires constant tracking of completed tasks and pending projects. When multiple stakeholders submit work independently, the agreed cap is often exceeded before the mid-month review occurs. Virtual assistants cannot rely on memory to enforce boundaries. They need a structured format to link ongoing tasks directly to the active monthly agreement, preventing unauthorized work from being initiated.

Credential Exposure in Project Notes

Virtual assistants require access to client systems but often store credentials incorrectly. Placing passwords or API keys inside standard CRM task descriptions or project files violates basic data security boundaries. When multiple internal or external operators access the system, this sensitive information becomes exposed. Client-work tools must isolate tracking from credential storage, keeping passwords restricted strictly to a dedicated third-party password manager.

Scattered Conversation Records

Receiving instructions across email, text, and chat tools creates fragmented communication trails. When a dispute arises regarding which stakeholder authorized a specific project, searching multiple platforms wastes billable hours. Virtual assistants need to consolidate these threads into verifiable conversations linked directly to client records. Without this administrative consolidation, verifying the origin of conflicting instructions becomes difficult during monthly billing reviews.

See the workspace your clients feel.

01

A portal clients actually check

Clients watch progress, files, and invoices in a branded portal instead of asking your team for updates.

Workspace369 client record showing history, files, communication, and invoices in one profile
02

Every channel in one inbox

Email lands beside the client record on every plan; texts, calls and voicemail join it from Voyager, with AI call summaries from Specialist.

Workspace369 shared inbox showing email, SMS, and call history beside a client record
03

Client work, organized as projects

Tasks, files, and status for every engagement — visible to the team and, through the client portal, to the client.

Workspace369 project board showing client work organized into stages with owners and status
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Proposals to paid invoices

Send quotes, bill milestones or retainers, and let automated reminders chase anything outstanding.

Workspace369 invoice editor showing line items, payment terms, and client details

Step-by-Step Setup for Hour Tracking

01

Establish Client Records and Hour Limits

Begin by creating comprehensive client records for each organization. Record the exact monthly hours agreement details directly in the project brief text. Avoid adding any sensitive passwords or access keys here, ensuring they remain in your external password manager. This foundational step helps anyone reviewing the account understand the strict operational boundaries and the authorized stakeholders before any individual tasks are assigned or executed.

02

Issue Proposals and Define Stakeholder Roles

Generate detailed Proposals outlining the scope of work, monthly hour caps, and the specific names of authorized stakeholders. Send these documents directly to the primary client contact for review. Once the client approves and e-signs the scope, create an active project based on the proposal. This step anchors the delivery parameters and establishes the formal guidelines for resolving any future priority conflicts between different managers.

03

Configure Projects and Task Lists

Create specific projects for the current billing cycle and populate them with individual tasks. Group tasks by the initiating stakeholder to maintain clear visibility over who is requesting the work. Have your team log time against each task with timers and timesheets, and check the running total against the monthly hours agreement. This helps prevent auxiliary tasks from being started if the monthly hours agreement is nearing its limit.

04

Consolidate Conversations and Scheduling

Stakeholder emails land in the conversations area for that client, matched to the client record. When conflicting priorities emerge, use the scheduling tool to set a brief alignment meeting with the primary stakeholder. Document the outcomes of these discussions within the conversation log. This creates a clear paper trail that explains exactly why certain tasks were prioritized over others during that billing period.

05

Deploy Client Portal and Issue Invoices

Activate the client portal to allow the primary stakeholder to review completed tasks and active files. This transparency helps verify work distribution before billing. At the conclusion of the monthly cycle, turn the logged billable time into a detailed invoice with time-to-invoice. This complete process helps verify that completed activities match the original proposals and stay within the established hours agreement.

Client operations for virtual assistants

  • The system must demonstrate that a human operator can successfully log into the client portal to verify that task records match the specific stakeholder who initiated the request.
  • The operator must successfully verify that all client credentials remain completely absent from the CRM notes, residing instead within an independent external password manager application.
  • The client records must show a clear correlation between the finalized monthly invoices and the hour limitations documented within the initial project brief text.
Client records
Proposals
Projects and tasks
Files
Conversations
Scheduling
Invoices
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Workflow Automations

What reviewers say about Workspace369.

★ 5.0 from 12 ratings on the App Store (as of 2026-10-26)

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SMB Modernization

Great tool for modernizing small businesses. Ability to leverage AI without technical background.

Foreman345 · · App Store review
★★★★★
True all-in-one system

It beautifully combined my CRM, team calendar, and billing tools so I could finally stop paying for a bunch of separate software subscriptions

samimonroe · · App Store review
★★★★★
Best app for my construction business

Great app. This app solved all my needs! Not only did it help, but it is cheaper than other apps. I highly recommend this app if you want to start organizing and automating your business on another level. Also love the design

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Evaluation and Acceptance Criteria for Virtual Assistants

How do I handle two managers sending conflicting tasks?

Log both assignments as separate tasks under the client records. Use the conversations feature to message the primary stakeholder immediately, pointing out the hours agreement limit. Request that they clarify the priority sequence before any work begins on those specific tasks, keeping all operational decisions documented within the platform.

Where should I store client system passwords safely?

Keep all client login credentials inside a dedicated external password manager. Do not paste passwords into project files, task descriptions, or client records within the CRM. Workspace369 runs the work itself, from tasks and logged time to invoices, while access data stays isolated in the password manager.

Can I manage multiple client agreements simultaneously?

Yes, you can establish individual client records for each business you support. Every record can hold its own proposals, active projects, and independent invoicing terms. This separation allows you to track different monthly hours agreements clearly without mixing stakeholder communications or task lists across your client base.

How does the client portal help resolve billing disputes?

The client portal provides the primary stakeholder with direct access to view completed tasks and shared files. When they can cross-reference the work performed against their monthly hours agreement, it helps reduce confusion regarding which stakeholder requested specific items, resulting in faster approval of your monthly invoices.

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