Microsoft Project Server Reviews

I've spent the last five years as the Director of Consultations for a firm that specializes in Microsoft project implementation. Our clients include significant corporations from all throughout Russia. During this time, my daily responsibilities were around project oversight and working as a project manager, particularly for implementation projects. I also served as the architect for these solutions.

We have been using the latest version, both on-premises and cloud which is particularly famous in Russia.

In the competitive landscape of project management and portfolio management solutions, Microsoft Project Server stands out significantly. Despite a mature market with numerous competitive products, Microsoft's advantage lies in its seamless integration with the desktop Microsoft Project application. This desktop application has global popularity and is often the initial choice for customers to manage their small projects. As their projects and departments grow, the need for project server applications becomes apparent. Microsoft Project Server fits this need perfectly, allowing users to transition smoothly from the desktop application to the server environment.

Unlike many competitors who offer only web interfaces for their solutions, Microsoft Project Server uniquely enables users to work within the familiar user interface of the desktop application. This feature is particularly appealing to customers as it ensures continuity and ease of use. Microsoft Project Server has this advantage in comparison to its competitors in the field.

Microsoft is undergoing a shift in its approach. They're diverting their investments away from Microsoft Project Server's development and are focusing on a new solution based on Microsoft Power Apps. This new solution is exclusively cloud-based and can't be installed on-premises. While Microsoft Power Apps are technologically sophisticated, the cloud functionality is currently less sophisticated compared to the existing Microsoft Project Server solution on-premise. It appears that Microsoft's primary goal is to migrate as much functionality as possible from the legacy on-premises Microsoft Project Server to the new cloud-based Power Apps solution. 

I have been working with Microsoft Project Server for the last five years in Russia.

It is highly scalable. I would rate it a ten out of ten. 

The solution is easily scalable, however, it has some bugs. I can rate it a nine out of ten.

It is difficult to install Microsoft Project Server. I would rate the installation a three out of ten. The deployment takes almost three to four hours.

We needed almost three to four consulting developers.

I would rate the price a six out of ten. 

There should be significant organizational changes that are necessary to implement it. It should be more about the internal organizational interest of your company for the successful implementation of Microsoft Project Server. Overall, I would rate it a nine out of ten. 

I use Microsoft Project Server for basic product deployments involving API.

The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is stable to use, especially since I work with Microsoft for an extended period. Microsoft Project Server is pretty convenient for me to use since I don't have to pay for it.

There are certain shortcomings in the documentation part where improvements are required. Microsoft should release some basic documentation on use cases to the public so that anyone who wants to learn more about the product can learn about it through the documentation available on Microsoft's websites.

I have been using Microsoft Project Server for a week or two.

It is a stable solution.

It is a scalable solution.

Around 100 people use Microsoft Project Server.

The initial setup of Microsoft Project Server is easy.

If the codes and everything else related to the deployment process are ready, then the completion of the deployment phase would hardly take 20 to 25 minutes.

The solution is deployed on the cloud.

Microsoft Project Server provides users with all the tools necessary for deployment, so you don't need to seek any external help to install it.

There are some payments related to the licensing cost of Microsoft Project Server.

I recommend the solution to those who plan to use it.

I rate the overall product an eight out of ten.

We use Microsoft Project Server for everything to do with projects management, such as portfolio and program management.

Microsoft Project Server has improved our organization by providing visibility of all project portfolios in one place.

Microsoft Project Server could improve by making the solution more user-friendly.

I have been using Microsoft Project Server for approximately seven years.

Microsoft Project Server's stability is good.

I have found the scalability of Microsoft Project Server to be great.

We have approximately 20 people using this solution in my company. Other companies have hundreds and thousands of users using it.

The technical support for Microsoft Project Server and the support is very good. Microsoft support is working very well.

I rate the support from Microsoft Project Server a five out of five.

The initial setup of Microsoft Project Server is simple if you know how to do it, but if you're not familiar with this technology, it will be complex.

I rate the initial setup complexity of the Microsoft Project Server a four out of five.

Initial deployment can be done within two or three weeks, but the deployment needs to improve when new requirements are needed.

One person is enough for the deployment and maintenance of the solution. However, they will have to have the knowledge needed in different technologies and know about project management methodology. 

There is a subscription model for different types of users for different types of roles.

This solution will not continue to be developed because it is going to the cloud.

I rate Microsoft Project Server an eight out of ten.

We mainly use this solution for project management planification. I'm an external consultant and manager in enterprise transformation.

Project Server allows us to have a clear visualization of the action plan and the milestone to be reached; to know which resources are dedicated to what.

One of the good features is the easy integration with Excel. It's easy to use. I don't use all the functionalities, but it suits my needs. 

The user interface needs to be improved. It looks quite old and nowhere near as good as the Jira UI. I also think they should allow the delayed monitoring of the task. For now, there's only the planification of the whole program, and it's not possible to do daily monitoring of the task layer which is a natural extension of the planification of the project. The whole solution could be more flexible. 

I've been using this solution for less than a year. 

I believe the solution is stable. All the project managers use it so there would be around 100 users. 

The initial setup is rather complex and not user-friendly.

There are more user-friendly products on the market that I would suggest using in preference to this one. 

I rate this solution six out of 10.

The main use case was related to task management, involving the assignment of tasks across departments. It provided visibility into individual performance, allowing for team member invitations, and monitored key performance indicators.

Our experience with Microsoft Project Server wasn't very positive, and due to high demand, over 70% of employees requested to stop using it. They encountered technical difficulties and faced challenges with the customer helpdesk. Getting in touch with a representative for assistance was a prolonged and frustrating process.

One notable positive aspect is its effective project-tracking capabilities.

Remote usage and tracking pose challenges, requiring navigation through numerous technical details and troubleshooting. This inconvenience sometimes leads to abandoning the task on the device and waiting until the next workday to resume operations. Improvements are needed in the technical support process, aiming for a better user experience. The current process, when encountering difficulties, should be more user-friendly, streamlined, and efficient. Quick and accessible customer support is crucial, especially when seeking assistance during work hours.

I have been working with it for eleven years.

The stability was consistently problematic and we experienced frequent ups and downs with the MS Network, encountering issues like lagging and having to restart the system. At times, the problems were more severe, requiring a full computer restart due to the software freezing and affecting the entire computer screen. While these issues didn't occur daily, they were a recurring problem, happening quite often. I would rate it four out of ten.

I would describe it as moderate for my team. It's manageable, but it doesn't meet our expectations fully. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate it a five. We have approximately three thousand users working with it.

Our experience with its customer support services wasn't satisfactory at all. I would rate it two out of ten.

Negative

Asana and monday.com provide faster customer service responses compared to MS Project. Among them, monday.com stands out for its promptness, while both surpass MS Project in responsiveness. This highlights the need for MS Project to enhance its support system and streamline the user experience in handling technical challenges. MS Project's speed falls below expectations; it's notably slow and often requires reloading. The dashboard is not user-friendly, leading to considerable time spent on training people to use it effectively. In contrast, Asana and monday.com stand out at the top of the league in terms of speed and user-friendliness.

The initial setup was notably complex, in contrast to Asana and monday.com, which offer more simplicity and user-friendliness.

For those looking to work in real-time and seeking a faster and more accessible project management solution, I strongly recommend considering top project management software. Opting for cloud-based solutions with features for both project and portfolio management is crucial. There are several options available, such as monday.com and Asana, and even tools like Trello and others. Overall, I would rate it four out of ten.

I like being able to manage the capacity in terms of the resources. I also like being able to share documents and information between teams. It's the best solution for collaboration.

When we started using this solution from scratch, we got lost. Microsoft should provide some templates for configurations for certain use cases.

I've been using this solution for six years.

It's a stable solution. The cloud version in particular is very stable.

Microsoft Project Server is a scalable solution. We have 25 people using it.

The initial setup is straightforward if you are familiar with the Chatbot solution of Microsoft.

The initial deployment took about six months because I was working on other projects at the same time.

We deployed the solution ourselves. Our team consisted of four engineers.

Microsoft Project Server is an expensive solution. Small businesses will not be able to afford it.

Overall, I would rate Microsoft Project Server at six out of ten.

I primarily use the solution for plans and projects. I use it to handle timelines and scheduling. It's primarily used for project implementation. We use it to improve and keep track of project status.

The user interface is okay. It's fine to navigate for a layperson.

As an end-user, I haven't gotten too technical with it.

It is stable.

The solution can scale. 

I don't have any specific notes for improvement. I do not require any more functionality.

I've had some issues with Project Server from time to time. It is not updated in real-time. Sometimes it, therefore, is not accurate.

Technical support could be more efficient. 

I've been using the solution for two years. 

The solution is okay. It has some issues with lagging. I'd rate the general stability eight or nine out of ten.

The scalability is good. I'd rate it nine out of ten. It extends well. 

At my previous company, many people used the solution, including managers and coordinators. 

Technical support often asks the same questions over and over. We'll get referred to a new person, and they will ask the same questions, which can be frustrating.

While problems do get solved, sometimes the response time is slow, and the process is repetitive. 

The initial setup of the solution was something I did not take part in.

The pricing is affordable. It's not overly expensive. 

I've only used Project Server and have not compared it to others.

I did work for a Microsoft gold partner.

I keep the solution up to date. I recently updated it in February.

I'd rate the solution seven out of ten. 

When it comes to enterprise projects, we need a consolidated environment where we can interlink all project management activities, including the cost, resources, timeline, and the whole landscape of project management and portfolio management. We needed enterprise resource planning, and we implemented this for the organization.

It helps us integrate the projects. We can handle cost analysis, resource analysis, task analysis, and all the basic factors that should be covered and are important for any project.

Resource management and cost management are very critical features for us.

It can scale well.

Technical support is helpful.  

The solution needs to be much more stable. 

The project support is missing. We tend to use Primavera as opposed to MS Project when we are doing engineering or large-scale projects. 

I've used the solution for six years or so. 

It isn't stable enough. This is something Microsoft needs to work on. 

The solution is quite scalable. It extends well. 

Technical support has been very good. We are pleased with their level of support.

We have used Primavera in place of Microsoft Project on a few projects. 

It is not too complex to set up. It is actually pretty straightforward. 

We have noted an ROI while using the solution. 

The pricing is moderate. Something like Primavera is more expensive. 

I am not using the latest version. I'm on the 2017 version. 

If you have a Microsoft environment and aren't working on too complex a project, it is quite good and a solution.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.