This is the second part of a two part series on using Microsoft Planner. Using the Microsoft Planner App Because Planner is cloud based, there is an App for it that installs on mobile devices. The drag and swipe nature of Planner makes it ideal for use on touch screen devices (in fact, it has…

A new program from Sensei Project Solutions performs automated project checks for governance and compliance. Sensei Portfolio Advisor works on projects maintained in Microsoft Project Online and Project Server. Versions are available for both individual users and enterprises. The application performs a set of checks based on industry standards and best practices, including the Project…

As organizations work to improve their project management maturity level, they often develop methodologies that include standard processes and best practices. However, ensuring project managers consistently initiate new projects according to these standards and processes often proves challenging. In a previous article I shared some tips for initiating a new project schedule easily and consistently…

As organizations work to improve their project management maturity level, they often develop methodologies that include standard processes and best practices. However, ensuring project managers consistently initiate new projects according to these standards and processes often proves challenging. In this mini-article I provide quick tips for enabling easy and consistent project initiation across an organization….

Project Planning Pro is produced by i2e Consulting.   Product Summary: This app lets users manage Microsoft projects on their Mac and iOS devices.           Capabilities: Import and export plans using Email, DropBox, BOX or iCloud Users can share plans as XML, CSV or PDF files Accommodates four types of tasks links: finish-to-start,…

Project Management Institute (PMI)® Professional Development Units (PDUs): This Webinar is eligible for 1 PMI® PDU in the Technical category of the Talent Triangle. Event Description: Project schedules should be dynamic schedules that maintain themselves when update information is entered. Project Schedules generate the most benefit for an organization if they forecast projects well. ProjectPro developed an…

As organizations work to improve their project management maturity level, they often develop and document methodologies that include standardized processes and best practices. However, incorporating these standards and processes directly into project planning and execution efforts can prove challenging because these materials aren’t always easily accessible. Instead, these artifacts frequently end up in a dusty…