Service overview
Microsoft Project for the web is a cloud-based app (part of the Microsoft 365 suite of tools) that allows project managers and team members to create, manage, and share project plans and tasks lists.
Project for the web is part of the Microsoft Project product family; it is essentially a redesign of Microsoft Project Online, with an easier learning curve and built on the Microsoft Power Platform, which means it can integrate with Power BI and Power Automate. At present, it includes a lighter set of features; however, future development will bring functionality on par with Project Online.
Features:
- Task management - assignation, durations, dependencies, dates, etc.
- Visual view of project, including Gantt chart
- Tracking of tasks by status or percentage
- Project Home - provides an overview of all the projects you manage or participate in.
Who can use it
This service is running in pilot mode and is only available to selected users at this time.
How to request & access the service
Depending on the outcome of the pilot project, this application may become available, on request, to a broader audience. Access to the application will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by IT Services, Project Management Office.
Cost
There is no cost associated with the involvement in the pilot. Once an official service offer is launched some costs may apply.
Availability
This service is available 24 x 7, except during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Check the home page of the IT Support site for announcements about service disruptions.
Frequently asked questions
Is there another tool I can use to manage simple projects?
Microsoft Planner includes similar features and is provided at no additional cost to the McGill community.
IT Collaboration Solutions offers the following trainings in Microsoft Planner:
- Microsoft Planner Intro
Please see the Collaboration Solutions bookings page for more information and to register.
What’s the difference between Project on the web and Project Online?
Watch this video for a comparison between these two applications.
Best practices & policies
None available at this time.
Training & documentation
Online documentation from Microsoft:
Support
Once you have been granted access to Microsoft Project on the web, for subsequent help and technical support, contact the IT Service Desk.