ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Microsoft Project is used by many project managers, especially at large organizations where it’s legacy software. But MS Project can be difficult to use. So, how do you use Microsoft Project? Starting a Project in Microsoft Project: Tasks and Durations. Don’t forget to save.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 3, 2020

Microsoft has been the 800-pound gorilla in software for so long that it’s hard to think of the industry without it. While there have been challengers to its rule, and many who have surpassed it, Microsoft remains a giant. This is certainly true in project management software: a sector that has been growing steadily.

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MPUG

MARCH 6, 2022

In any project management process, there is one shared concept — to define and set clear goals. Some projects may be simple without the need to track data in detail. As a result, PMO directors or PPM administrators should choose a project management system depending on their project portfolio management needs.

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Binfire

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Microsoft project has been around forever. It has been updated occasionally, but it is still an old-style project management tool. Lots of people who used Microsoft project are looking for Microsoft project alternatives. Lack of collaboration features was the biggest drawback of the Microsoft project.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

If you’re using and more importantly sharing MS Project files, there are going to be problems. But those hurdles can be easily cleared if you have a Microsoft Project Viewer. What Is a Microsoft Project Viewer? A dedicated Microsoft Project license. Microsoft Project Server.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In these dynamic times, Microsoft is at the helm of a pivotal change in how we perceive work and project management. Reimagining Microsoft Project At the heart of this shift is the reimagining of Microsoft Project. In today’s fast-paced world, not everyone is a trained project manager.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Microsoft Power BI is a data analysis software that allows you to use various tools such as spreadsheets, pie charts, stacked bars and other types of diagrams to visualize project or business data, including the Power BI Gantt chart. But is Power BI good for project management? Does Power BI Have a Gantt Chart?

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Project creates, program guides, portfolio decides. – Quote from the book, “I Want To Be A PfMP – The Plain and Simple Way To Be a PfMP” Project is all about deliverables and it creates a unique product, service, or result. It’s Portfolio that decides which component Projects and Programs should take and which ones to drop.

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MPUG

JANUARY 9, 2024

While most PMOs and portfolio managers choose Project Online for enhanced resource planning and portfolio monitoring, teams that use agile tools can get a lot of value from Azure DevOps. It provides a collaborative culture and methods that bring together software engineers, project managers, and contributors.

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MPUG

APRIL 17, 2024

As we move further into 2024, the question of whether to upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft Project remains a common concern for project managers and organizations. Your team requires extensive training and adjustment time to transition to the new user interface or feature set, potentially disrupting ongoing projects.

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The Digital Project Manager

JUNE 25, 2020

The post What Is Microsoft Project Management Software? Guide To MS Project & MS Teams) appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A recent Microsoft article, “ Introducing Buffers – Lead & Lag in Task Dependencies ” by Sakshi Munjal, published on January 24, 2024, explores new features in Microsoft Project for the web aimed at enhancing project execution in the new year.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Gantt charts are powerful planning tools in project management, but they’re also notoriously difficult to make. There is, however, a simple Gantt chart that can be made in a variety of ways that can be essential when scheduling a project. However, a simple Gantt chart might be just what you need to plan a project.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 25, 2023

ProjectManager, an award-winning project management software that plans projects, builds workflows and manages resources, has announced its newest integration with Power BI, a Microsoft business analytics solution that visualizes data and shares insights across an organization or embeds them in your app or website.

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MPUG

JULY 24, 2023

Get started with the basics of Microsoft Project, the premier standard in project management. The post Learn the Basics of Microsoft Project Fast appeared first on MPUG. Shorten the learning curve with valuable resources and expert courses. You've hit a wall. If you're already a member, please log in.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 18, 2024

If you’re looking to manage a project and facilitate better collaboration with your teams, chances are you’ve heard of and are thinking of trying Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner. To help with that decision, we’ve set up a comparison with Microsoft Project vs. Microsoft Planner.

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MPUG

DECEMBER 5, 2021

A recent post in Microsoft’s Project Group user forum prompted me to write the below article. A user posted a question, stating that he has been working with a Microsoft Project file, and then recently could no longer open the MPP file. He asked us what he needed to do to reopen this project file successfully.

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MPUG

DECEMBER 16, 2022

While most PMOs and portfolio managers choose Project Online for enhanced resource planning and portfolio monitoring, teams that use agile tools can get a lot of value from Azure DevOps. It provides a collaborative culture and methods that bring together software engineers, project managers, and contributors. Management.

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MPUG

MAY 22, 2022

Have you ever tried to use the default task Status field in Microsoft Project? This field uses the Status date that you set in your project (or the Current date if you have not set a Status date ) to calculate the current status of every task in your schedule. For example, take a look at the project schedule in Figure 1.

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MPUG

JULY 17, 2023

In a world where efficiency and precision are key, project managers are often confronted with a myriad of complex tasks that require strategic orchestration. Success hinges on the ability to navigate this complexity, maintaining a keen understanding of resource allocation and project progression.

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MPUG

MAY 8, 2022

Please find below a transcription of the audio portion of Praveen Malik’s webinar, Ten Best Microsoft Project Tips, being provided by MPUG for the convenience of our members. Welcome to the Ten Best Microsoft Project Tips and Tricks. Praveen has two decades of experience as a project management instructor and consultant.

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MPUG

JANUARY 8, 2023

When you’re a project manager (PM), being organized and efficient is key to keeping your team on track and your projects on schedule. Finding the best project management apps and tools for your team is essential to your success. For as handy as Microsoft Teams is, it doesn’t fulfill every project management requirement.

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MPUG

JANUARY 30, 2023

As users of Microsoft Project, Project Online, or Project Server, you’ve probably been asked by your senior management for a visual overview of your project or portfolio so that they can understand the dates, statuses, and risks without unnecessary technical details.

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MPUG

MAY 24, 2020

In IT—especially software development—traditional project management approaches are too rigid and out-of-date. What is Agile project management? Agile project management is an approach with a focus on the finished product and the satisfaction of the customer. The project team manages itself in short and regular intervals.

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MPUG

JANUARY 1, 2024

As a proficient project manager, you’re well-versed in the complexities of task dependencies in Microsoft Project. The strategic implementation of graphical indicators to flag tasks without predecessors or successors significantly enhances project tracking efficiency. Navigate to Project Tab > Custom Fields.

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MPUG

MARCH 28, 2023

Please find highlights from Satya Narayan Dash’s webinar – Practical Scrum Using MS Project Agile – being provided by MPUG for the convenience of our members. Today we will be delving into the practical application of Scrum using MS Project.

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MPUG

JULY 10, 2023

In a recent webinar , we delved into the various aspects of resource management and task assignment in Microsoft Project. Using Views and the Ribbon: Microsoft Project offers different views tailored to specific functions, such as tasks and resources. Let’s dive into the details.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 13, 2023

Planning is the bedrock of project management. Many use Microsoft products to organize and manage their work. But does Microsoft Planner have a Gantt chart? It’s not that you can’t get things done without a Gantt chart, but a Microsoft Planner Gantt chart would be an essential tool for any large, complex project.

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MPUG

JUNE 5, 2022

In my previous post, I explained that I’d be making a case in a series of articles for adding certain features to Microsoft’s Project for Desktop and Project for the web software. Here, I’d like to suggest making Microsoft Project better in terms of Time Modeling, which I see as the simplest way of working with the software.

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MPUG

JUNE 26, 2020

Project Widgets has created powerful, easy to use “widgets” that extend the capabilities of Microsoft Project and make the overall project and portfolio management process more intuitive and streamlined. The Scenario Builder Widget allows you to create unlimited scenario versions of a project.

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MPUG

APRIL 24, 2023

Introduction For my commentary, I am using Microsoft Project – 2019 Professional desktop edition which can work with Project Online and Project Server. Starting a New Plan For a new project, do not start with a Blank Project template so you can avoid reinventing the wheel! Templates (*.mpt) Templates (*.mpt)

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MPUG

JUNE 15, 2020

As project managers, I suspect we’ve all considered starting or completing work in the future. In the absence of other tracking data, setting a %Complete on a future task forces Project to set the Actual Start date as the original Start date. Project does this without alarms or messages. Would resource availability be a problem?

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 11, 2022

If you’re in the market for a software tool that can help simplify task management, then you’ve probably explored Microsoft Planner. It’s a task management tool that’s part of the larger Microsoft universe, which includes Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Project. How Microsoft Planner Works.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 6, 2024

While Tableau doesn’t have project management features, you can still use it to make a Gantt chart. The result will be a Gantt chart diagram that shows your project schedule and basic details such as project task names, duration and due dates. This isn’t ideal when the success of the project is on the line.

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GanttPRO Project Management

MARCH 1, 2021

A Gantt chart is a well-known bar chart and an excellent project management tool used to work with tasks, develop project plans, schedule, and track progress. The post How to make a Gantt chart in Microsoft Project first appeared on GanttPRO. This chart gives you […].

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The Digital Project Manager

MARCH 30, 2017

Is there really a viable Microsoft Project alternative for creating project plans and timing plans? The post 10 Microsoft Project Alternatives For Creating Gantt Charts appeared first on The Digital Project Manager. Find out with our newly updated article for 2017 with some.

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The Digital Project Manager

MAY 25, 2017

Before you start looking for a Microsoft Project Alternative, did you know there’s actually a way to open and read Microsoft Project.mpp files without. The post Microsoft Project Viewer for Cost-Savvy Project Managers appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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