2018-10-04T14:22:00Z

What is your primary use case for Microsoft Project?

Julia Miller - PeerSpot reviewer
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Hema Patil - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 5
2023-12-14T13:59:00Z
Dec 14, 2023

We use Microsoft Project for application lifecycle management (ALM), use case definition, follow-up, and project management activity.

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Vishnu Ramachandra - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
2023-08-23T07:37:00Z
Aug 23, 2023

I have used Microsoft Project for mapping out projects and stuff like that. Though I am not heavily involved with Microsoft Project, I can say that it helps with project management purposes in my company.

MS
Real User
Top 20
2023-05-12T07:41:26Z
May 12, 2023

We use the solution to manage the timeline for projects.

Stanislav Zhilenko - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 10
2023-03-31T08:43:00Z
Mar 31, 2023

Our company uses Microsoft Project for planning processes in big projects like building offices or developing software products.

IJ
Real User
Top 5
2023-03-27T08:20:50Z
Mar 27, 2023

I primarily use the solution for project planning.

SunilAgarwal - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
2023-03-10T10:48:33Z
Mar 10, 2023

We are doing e-commerce implementations and we organize the projects and Gantt charts for this task.

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PB
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
2023-02-02T12:36:22Z
Feb 2, 2023

Microsoft Project can be used for a variety of purposes, one of which is creating a Gantt diagram. This feature is particularly useful for projects that require establishing a timeline and determining the duration of each task. Additionally, Microsoft Project can be integrated with cloud solutions, such as Teams and Insight, making it a valuable tool for collaborative projects. By integrating with Teams, you can share tasks with team members and collaborate more efficiently. Integrating with Insight allows you to gather data and insights about your project, enabling you to make informed decisions and improve your project management process.

Eduardo Marquis - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 20
2023-01-04T20:54:50Z
Jan 4, 2023

We used Microsoft Project to manage the migration from Azure to AWS.

LM
Real User
Top 20
2023-01-04T18:06:25Z
Jan 4, 2023

We use Microsoft Project in a fairly run-of-the-mill way. Our primary use case for this solution is project management.

MA
Real User
2022-12-02T09:53:08Z
Dec 2, 2022

We primarily use the product as a tracking tool. It's project management software.

ArturKowalczyk - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
2022-11-02T12:51:53Z
Nov 2, 2022

The solution allows users to manage projects and project portfolios.

TI
Real User
Top 5
2022-10-13T10:56:39Z
Oct 13, 2022

Our primary use case is for project activities, planning, work breakdown structures, financial and activity-based planning.

Kati Arndt - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
2022-10-07T09:47:23Z
Oct 7, 2022

We primarily use the solution for project management. For example, IT implementation projects.

VT
Real User
Top 5
2022-10-06T00:32:03Z
Oct 6, 2022

I primarily use the solution on my desktop for my personal needs.

Blake Clifford - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 5
2022-08-26T15:15:00Z
Aug 26, 2022

We're using Microsoft Project on multiple tiers to perform inventory optimization, production planning, and purchasing.st built the project a week ago using Microsoft Project from start to finish. We built in all the functionality we have to cover. All the updates, action items, etc., are in there. In my previous position with a leading 3PL, the provider of our warehouse management system, Blue Yonder, used Project. Nevertheless, it was seamless to integrate a Project file because Smartsheet offers the ability to upload MPP files. But at the same time, we would make changes and adjustments with Project. I'm currently using Microsoft Project for all my projects.

CG
Vendor
Top 20
2022-07-18T07:43:00Z
Jul 18, 2022

We are in presales, and when the planning is very complex, we use Microsoft Project. That is, when we receive an RFP, we propose our solution and plan and build the different processes in Microsoft Project.

Shashank Balooni - PeerSpot reviewer
Real User
Top 10
2022-07-01T14:06:00Z
Jul 1, 2022

It is easy to define timelines with Microsoft Project. You can get a clear picture of the model, you want to create. You can create inside an agile or waterfall model. Microsoft Project is easy to delegate tasks to different members where you want to put the task and who you want to work on it so that you have a clear path.

JE
Real User
Top 20
2022-05-19T20:27:00Z
May 19, 2022

Microsoft Project is one of the main tools our teams abroad use for planning, and it's very flexible. Local teams use it to manage small projects locally. It's also a repository for storing financial information that we don't want to track down. Teams use Microsoft Project for tracking tasks, managing requests, assigning resources, and following up. Workers can submit work to managers for approval and then it's submitted to the main process.

AE
Real User
Top 20
2022-05-08T05:45:32Z
May 8, 2022

I mainly use MS Project for project planning, scheduling, and tracking.

DP
Real User
2022-02-22T16:32:41Z
Feb 22, 2022

I used it at another company. I'm not working for the same company at the moment. I was employed on a consultancy basis, and this product was used for IT project management.

KH
Real User
2021-09-15T15:37:45Z
Sep 15, 2021

We use it to manage our portfolio of projects. We use it to monitor, control, and update the status of each project, which includes our vendor projects and internal projects.

FD
Consultant
2021-09-10T19:56:01Z
Sep 10, 2021

I am a utilities consultant, and I use it within the utility industry for managing different types of projects, such as for implementing a new system or new processes.

KW
Real User
2021-07-22T23:44:03Z
Jul 22, 2021

I mostly use it for big projects and rolling out solutions. I have used it for rolling out a new POS system, clientele programs, and clientele loyalty. I have also used it for process changes that impact multiple departments, and there are key players in it to keep everybody on track. Once we move forward with a new forecasting tool, I would use it for that. Over the last couple of years, it has been more of the newer version with it. I'm really basic with it because of the end-users. It means that I use it for all the pieces on certain things, but when it comes to the output, it is pretty basic for the end-users. It is an easy read for the end-users.

SN
Real User
2021-05-12T17:34:43Z
May 12, 2021

We use it for IT project management. It is mainly used for managing tasks.

KH
Real User
2021-04-23T16:49:43Z
Apr 23, 2021

My primary use case is mainly to get down on paper the steps for our project - including who's responsible for them. We use it as a communication tool and then we (on a regular basis) review progress against the laid-out project plan or schedule. I tend to step in and create schedules when project managers are too busy or oftentimes I'll create the initial schedule due to the fact that I know all the stuff that needs to go in it, and the project manager may or may not know that.

JF
Real User
2021-03-31T22:55:16Z
Mar 31, 2021

We used it in my previous organization for business process optimization projects, application development projects, system integration projects, program management over a multitude of projects, and program interdependencies.

MB
Real User
2021-03-26T18:50:04Z
Mar 26, 2021

We primarily use the solution for the project management software. I create plans with it. It's a tool like Excel that we use for project planning.

JC
Real User
2021-02-25T22:42:33Z
Feb 25, 2021

We primarily use the solution to enter our status and our time. For each task that we're doing, we have to enter a monthly status. It's for project management.

SM
Real User
2021-02-19T13:31:17Z
Feb 19, 2021

We used the solution for the waterfall framework model for management.

YT
Real User
2021-01-25T14:47:59Z
Jan 25, 2021

We use this solution for project management and project planning.

JP
Real User
2021-01-23T03:27:43Z
Jan 23, 2021

I use it for project management. I use it to check the project and get some reports and KPIs from it. I am using the latest version of this solution.

PG
Real User
2021-01-23T02:29:00Z
Jan 23, 2021

Microsoft Project helps to manage our projects.

RS
Consultant
2020-11-28T01:57:00Z
Nov 28, 2020

Our use cases are all related to project management and I've actually developed project schedule templates that support both the standard waterfall and all different aspects of project lifecycle management including Agile and Scrum.

MB
Consultant
Top 5
2020-10-27T06:34:08Z
Oct 27, 2020

Whenever we have a client with a complicated situation, we create a project plan. And we use Microsoft Project (MS Project) for administrating, monitoring, and tracking the project.

RR
MSP
2020-10-11T08:58:22Z
Oct 11, 2020

We basically use the solution to get a clear sense of the project and break down everything into a schedule. If there are overlapping schedules, we plan everything out and add in all the information so the roadmap is clear. We often have different teams coming in at different times, so we need to ensure that our critical path is clear and that we are able to execute on the project from an agile perspective. We need to be sure that we have all the backlogs and scheduling and can pull in the customer on the deliverable as necessary. We'll check with them and fine-tune everything so that we can run the sprints successfully and match them up with the project plan using Microsoft Project.

SI
Real User
2020-09-09T06:28:55Z
Sep 9, 2020

We primarily use the solution for planning projects.

SK
Real User
2020-08-04T07:26:17Z
Aug 4, 2020

The primary use case of this solution is to maintain projects within our enterprise.

JD
Real User
2019-11-19T22:02:00Z
Nov 19, 2019

My primary use case is teaching technology students project management.

MN
Real User
2019-11-05T16:31:00Z
Nov 5, 2019

We use this solution for project management, resource scheduling, earned value and benefits realization.

JB
Real User
2019-07-29T16:44:00Z
Jul 29, 2019

We use this solution with CA Clarity PPM.

PV
Real User
2018-12-02T07:34:00Z
Dec 2, 2018

We actually help and assist organizations in implementing their processes, and workflows to this particular product. Suppose you want to go on the enterprise environment, then you have your own process flows, your own workflows, your own forms and configurations, your user set and your resourcing. With this solution, we can help you configure the system.

MM
Real User
2018-11-21T08:23:00Z
Nov 21, 2018

My primary use case is distribution projects.

KS
Real User
2018-11-13T08:56:00Z
Nov 13, 2018

They have moved from a paper to a project management tool. That's the big change. Earlier, they were using papers and then they started using Project Professional to run their project server, it's a huge change and a huge transition.

JP
Real User
2018-11-11T13:12:00Z
Nov 11, 2018

My primary use case is to take advantage of Microsoft Project Server to plan and track program project work at an enterprise level. Particularly, to enable tracking of actual project and program costs across multiple business lines.

DN
Real User
2018-10-04T14:22:00Z
Oct 4, 2018

* To manage projects in the area of telecommunications and infrastructure * The control of time and money is paramount in today's world, with this tool it is possible to assign activities, resources, periods of duration, calculation of costs, calculation of deviations, reporting, among others. * The monitoring, control and corrective actions are possible with this tool.

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