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Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Microsoft's transition from Project for the web to Planner Premium has created confusion about features, security, and migration paths for PMOs. While the rebrand maintains core functionality, critical gaps like enterprise custom fields and granular access controls remain unresolved. Tomorrow's live session with the Project Data Suite team provides essential guidance for organizations navigating these changes and planning their project...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Microsoft's transition from Project for the web to Planner Premium has left many PMOs struggling with reporting capabilities. While native features continue to evolve, advanced Power BI templates can bridge the gap for organizations needing comprehensive analytics today. Tomorrow's live Q&A with Microsoft MVP Erik van Hurck offers the perfect opportunity to get expert guidance on choosing the right reporting strategy for your specific...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: IT project cost overruns are plaguing organizations worldwide, with nearly half of all projects exceeding their initial budgets. The culprit isn't poor planning, it's predictable estimation failures that can be systematically addressed. Today we're exploring expert solutions to fix your cost estimation process, plus tomorrow's live session will show you how to streamline project workflows in Jira. August 26, 2025 In This Issue: Featured...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Microsoft Project users are being pushed toward cloud solutions faster than the platforms can replicate desktop functionality. While Planner Premium offers collaboration benefits, the transition typically means sacrificing workflow efficiency and losing project intelligence you've built over time. This week, we explore practical solutions that let you leverage both platforms without compromise. August 18, 2025 In This Issue: Featured...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: This week, we're exploring the critical balance between moving fast and thinking strategically—a tension that determines whether projects thrive under pressure or crumble from hasty decisions. Plus, discover how AI is reshaping PMO leadership for tomorrow's challenges. August 12, 2025 In This Issue: Featured Article: Speed vs. Deliberation: Striking the Balance in Project Management Video Tutorial: Project Sync between Project Desktop...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Most project managers master Microsoft Project's scheduling capabilities—dependencies, critical paths, resource leveling—but when it comes to cost modeling, they hit a wall. The gap between what your schedule shows and what your financial systems expect creates frustration, rework, and lost credibility with stakeholders. This week, we explore advanced cost modeling techniques that transform MS Project from a scheduling tool into a...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Successful tool implementation isn't about forcing teams to adapt to new software - it's about creating the right foundation for adoption success. From stakeholder engagement strategies that actually work to expert insights on scaling Jira across organizations, this week we explore practical approaches that reduce friction and increase buy-in. July 29, 2025 In This Issue: Featured Article: Stakeholder Engagement - 9 Key Roles and 8...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: Every project manager knows the sinking feeling when a stakeholder asks, "When will this be delivered?" and you realize your answer is based more on hope than data. The difference between PMs who confidently provide realistic timelines and those who scramble with best guesses often comes down to understanding capacity planning fundamentals that turn speculation into strategic advantage. Bonus - We're opening up this lesson to everyone...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Want to turn off Live Event reminders? No problem! Opt out here. Hi Reader, Since there's no live event scheduled for today, we thought we'd do something special for your summer learning. We're opening up a practical lesson from the member archives—completely free for everyone! 🎓 Free Summer Lesson: Jira for Project Management Join Digital Transformation Leader Vlad Petrescu for this comprehensive 60-minute training designed specifically for...

Join Now | Discussion Forum | Earn PDU's Tuesday Brief: The most successful project managers understand that when project tracking consistently fails across multiple tools and teams, the problem isn't usually the people - it's the approach. From scattered information to delayed visibility, certain frustrations persist whether you're using Microsoft Project, Excel, or other traditional platforms. This week, we explore why experienced PMs are making the switch to more adaptive solutions like...