I have experience with Microsoft Project. Since 2009, I have been using it for our project implementation, tracking, and monitoring. For most of the projects, I create the work program and work implementation plan using Microsoft Project.
The most valuable features are in the successor and predecessor determination and the tracking tools, such as obtaining data on the S curve financial curve. Normally, those are the key areas I focus on for tracking the Project. I insisted our vendor use the Marsha Project since it's highly recommended. It has made my life easier in monitoring and tracking. If I know how to use the tool, it will bring much more benefit to me.
When I have too many elements or items in a project, it becomes cumbersome, especially during printing.
Non-technical users do not need all the data, so it's primarily for technical personnel. Without guidance, it's challenging to use the app. With guidance and expert knowledge, it becomes manageable, however, it's not for non-technical teams.
The worst part is handling too many items, like 1,000 items, which Microsoft Project struggles with, especially when printing.
Printing on A3 size is quite burdensome, so I prefer viewing it on a tablet or computer. On a tablet or phone, I can see the full project elements depending on the screen size.
Since 2009, I have been using it for our project implementation.
With Microsoft, the license is per personnel, making it expensive. We have a very limited number of users for that particular system. If I could allow all engineers to access it, within our organization, it would be beneficial.
However, every organization faces challenges and constraints in utilizing the budget for the system. From a user perspective, all engineers should have access to monitor and track their own projects.
I believe there is online support available, not for phone calls. There is a website and a connection to AI for support. I referred to that, however, there was no email or phone call support previously.
I transitioned from fully using Microsoft to Google in the last two years. Now, only a limited number of personnel use Microsoft.
For me, it was not that complicated. I would rate the installation above average, about seven out of ten.
The issue with Microsoft is that the license is per personnel, making it expensive.
There are alternatives such as Primavera, Printify, and many more. For simple projects, Google Sheets can be used. There are also tools available for creating project timelines.
Previously, during my service as part of portfolio management, I heavily used all the Microsoft tools. I used quite a variety of tools, but not now. I'm transitioning the portfolio and the company to Google and other alternatives. If Microsoft can reduce its prices, it would be greatly appreciated. The free version is also limited.
I would rate the product eight out of ten.
