Microsoft Project Server is an enterprise project management solution that integrates with Microsoft SharePoint to provide robust project planning, scheduling, and management capabilities. It enables organizations to manage and track projects, allocate resources, and analyze project performance through detailed reports and dashboards. Microsoft Project Server supports complex project structures and workflows, making it suitable for large-scale projects and organizations. With features such as project timelines, resource management, and advanced analytics, it helps businesses optimize their project management processes and improve overall efficiency.
Year Founded & Location
Microsoft Project is sold by Microsoft, which was founded in 1984. Microsoft is presently headquartered in Redmond, USA.
Core Features
| Feature | Description | Feature Availability | Customization Options | Supported Platforms | Collaboration Features | Security Measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Task Management | Manage and assign tasks with detailed scheduling features. | Standard, Professional, Project Online | High | Web, iOS, Android | Task lists, Assignments | Data encryption |
| Project Tracking | Track project progress with Gantt charts and timelines. | Professional, Project Online | Moderate | Web | Gantt charts, Timelines | Role-based access |
| Team Collaboration | Collaborate on project tasks and schedules with team members. | All plans | High | Web, iOS, Android | Team discussions, Shared schedules | Two-factor authentication |
| Custom Workflows | Create and manage custom workflows and stages for projects. | Professional, Project Online | High | Web | Workflow automation, Custom stages | Data encryption |
| Reporting & Analytics | Generate comprehensive reports on project performance. | Professional, Project Online | Low | Web | Custom reports, Performance analytics | Secure data storage |
Languages Supported
Microsoft Project supports the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
- French
- German
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Korean
Pricing
| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Included in Microsoft 365 Business Standard | $12.50/user/month |
| Business Premium | $22.30/user/month |
| Project Plan 5 | $25.99/user/month |
| Project Plan 3 | $15.99/user/month |
Customer Support Options
Microsoft Project Alternatives
Smartsheet, Wrike, Asana, Monday.com, Clarizen
Mobile App
Microsoft Project offers a mobile app available on both iOS and Android, providing key features for managing tasks on the go.
Microsoft Project User Reviews
powerful project management tool, strong resource management capabilities, robust reporting, effective collaboration tools, customizable workflows, scalable for complex projects, potential high cost, steep learning curve
