500 posts from: Christophe Fiessinger's Blog
Project Online & Project Server 2013 training for IT pros and developers
(Indexed 2013-04-17):
Important announcement from Jan Kalis this week: Project 2013 training for IT pros and developers a.k.a. Project Ignite recording available! Find technical how-to training and walkthrough videos with this quick start interactive course about Project 2013 and Project Online. [Image][Image]
See you all the Midwest SharePoint and Project Conference in Chicago on April 15th
(Indexed 2013-03-29):
Im looking forward to deliver the keynote at the Midwest SharePoint and Project Conference in Chicago (W Chicago) on April 15th.There is a very exciting line-up of sessions with lots of great speakers & experts from Microsoft and our rich partner ecosystem. Looking forward to meet you all share our latest innovation & value and hear how you are using our products. Ill also be attending Yammer on Tour the next day (JW Marriott, April 16th). Both events are free and have limited seating so dont ...(truncated)...
Project Online with Project Pro for Office 365 > Hello World!
(Indexed 2013-02-27):
A historical day! Yes Project Online is live in our Office 365 data centers and you can now purchase our latest and greatest project portfolio management (PPM) solution. We have also published the very first Project Online case study, stay tune for a lot more going forward: Marketing Agency Improves Efficiency, Communication with New Project Solution Buy Now! [Image][Image]
Office 365 Home Premium, Project Professional 2013 and Yammer
(Indexed 2013-02-12):
Its been a busy past few weeks in the Enterprise Social Networking #esn world, but I wanted to take a quick pause to celebrate the consumer release of Office, more information below, in the meantime please find below a picture from my desk with some of my favorite products! Microsoft Releases Office 365 Home Premium Office 365: The Next Bold Step [Image][Image]
Hello Social, goodbye Project! #msproject #yammer
(Indexed 2012-11-28):
Dear Microsoft Project Community, Its with emotion and excitement that Id like to announce a career change from the Project marketing team to the SharePoint marketing team as the Social product manager effective on December 10th. Looking back its been a fun 5 years on the Project marketing team and its hard to find words to summarize the amazing journey Ive lived during that time Some random stats: launched two product releases, a TFS connector, delivered over 80 sessions at various Microsoft...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Online frequently asked questions #ProjectOnline #Office365
(Indexed 2012-11-21):
Following the recent worldwide Project Ignite tour my colleague Jan Kalis organized as well as presentations at events like SharePoint Conference 2012 last week, please find below a summary of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Microsoft Project Online I have been asked by customers and partners. Before I start please note that this is a journey and Im sure you have plenty more questions and yes we will have plenty more answers and content to help you understand the value of Pro...(truncated)...
See you all at SharePoint Conference 2012 Next Week! #spc12 #msproject
(Indexed 2012-10-31):
Yes, I am really really really looking forward to see you all next week at SharePoint Conference 2012 in Las Vegas #SPC12! Why you may ask? Well it will be the first Microsoft public event where we will showcase the newly released (The New Microsoft Project reaches RTM!) version of Project Online, Project Server 2013, Project Professional 2013, SharePoint 2013, etc. With a new release there is a ton to learn and we have plenty of content for you; starting with a cannot miss pre-SPC free 1 day t...(truncated)...
New Project Server for IT pros Live on TechNet
(Indexed 2012-10-30):
Enjoy! http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/projectserver http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/office [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project Server 2013 RTM Available for Download on MSDN
(Indexed 2012-10-29):
Following last weeks first wave release: Microsoft Project Professional 2013, and SharePoint 2013 are available for download on MSDN, Microsoft Project Server 2013 is now available for download to MSDN and TechNet subscribes in your favorite language! Happy install As a reminder there are plenty of Project 2013 resources available today: Product http://www.microsoft.com/project/en-us/preview/project-resources.aspx TechNet http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/projectserver/fp123546 MSD...(truncated)...
Support for Microsoft Project and Project Server
(Indexed 2012-10-26):
With the RTM release of 2013 we have just launched new support pages: Support for Microsoft Project and Project Server [Image] There are more such as Support for Microsoft SharePoint[Image]
Microsoft Project Online on Xbox
(Indexed 2012-10-24):
Following Xboxs announcement today: Introducing the New Entertainment Experience from Xbox and the fact that Internet Explorer is now an app on my favorite gaming console, and while waiting for Microsoft Surface to be ready, I went ahead and looked at a few sites but quickly decided to test my favorite site these days: Microsoft Project Online on Xbox After entering my Office 365 Preview credentials I was able to navigate PWA and access the usual: Project Center, Portfolio Analysis, BI Center an...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Professional 2013, and SharePoint 2013 are available for download on MSDN
(Indexed 2012-10-24):
Following the RTM announcement: The New Microsoft Project reaches RTM! the on-premise products are becoming available in different distribution channels starting with MSDN and TechNet subscribes as show below (and yes Project Server 2013 will also be available very soon). Please check the Office RTM post for overall timeline for other channels: Office Reaches RTM! As a reminder there are plenty of Project 2013 resources available today: Product http://www.microsoft.com/project/en-us/preview...(truncated)...
The New Microsoft Project reaches RTM!
(Indexed 2012-10-11):
Yes!!!!! The New Microsoft Project reaches RTM! and yes that means the same for the rest of Office: Office Reaches RTM!Time to ready yourselves![Image]
Project Online, Project Server 2013, the new Project TechEd Slides
(Indexed 2012-10-04):
Getting access to the new Project slides is in hot demand these days and voila! (see expect a lot more in the future) http://channel9.msdn.com/Events/TechEd/Australia/2012/OSP216Microsoft Project Online Overview http://channel9.msdn.com/Events/TechEd/Australia/2012/AIT002Project Server 2013, a Landmark Release! [Image][Image]
Project Server 2007 Mainstream Support Ends on October 9, 2012 UPGRADE TODAY!
(Indexed 2012-10-03):
Dear community, important reminder that the Project Server 2007 mainstream support ends in a few days on October 9th 2012 to be precise! See for yourself on the official Microsoft Product Lifecycle site: http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/search/default.aspx?s...(truncated)... We have lots of content to help you upgrade to Project Server 2010 on TechNet: Upgrade and migration for Project Server 2010 as well as a rich partner ecosystem to help you move forward: http://www.microsoft.com/proje...(truncated)...
Recent content about the new Project, Project Online, Project Professional, Project Server
(Indexed 2012-09-19):
Following recent webcasts, sessions and articles during the past month about The new Microsoft Project please find key content Ive noticed. If Ive missed any please let me know and I will gladly add to this list. In the meantime happy reading and watching! TechEd Australia (video): Microsoft Project Online Overview MPUG (video): Overview of the new Microsoft Project, plus QA with Senior Microsoft Product Manager Projects At Work (article): Tool Shop: Microsoft Project 2013 TechRepu...(truncated)...
Register to Project Ignite Training to Ready Yourselves to the new Microsoft Project!
(Indexed 2012-09-06):
[Image] As announced by my colleague Jan Kalis: Dont miss the unique opportunity register for the new Project Ignite now! we have a great 3 day agenda for you at three locations (Sydney, Australia; Reston, Virginia, USA and Warsaw, Poland) in the coming month. I truly believe this is a historical moment for Microsoft Project and Project Server and hence readiness is one of the key to success so dont wait anymore and REGISTER today! [Image]
Visual Studio 2012 and Team Foundation Server 2012: Hello World!
(Indexed 2012-08-23):
As announced last week: Visual Studio 2012 released to the web! Start your download today of Visual Studio 2012 and Team Foundation Server 2012 (see this post Team Foundation Server 2012 and Project Server 2010 Integration). What to learn whats new, read product guides, etc. go here. Developers Developers Developers! [Image][Image]
See you in Australia for Tech.Ed and Project Server 2013 Ignite training next September
(Indexed 2012-08-10):
Im looking forward to see many of you next month at Tech.Ed Australia #auteched, September 11-14 on the Gold Coast and at the next Project Ignite training in Sydney September 18-20. First Brad Purdy and I will be delivering my favorite topic these days: Microsoft Project Online Overview. Looking for reasons to attend Tech.Ed Australia? Ive put a few here, dont miss it! Secondly, we have put a very solid 3 day agenda and content you cannot miss to get a head start on The new Microsoft Project: ...(truncated)...
Team Foundation Server 2012 and Project Server 2010 Integration
(Indexed 2012-08-08):
Following last weeks RTM announcements for Windows 8 and Visual Studio 2012 I have been upgrading a few PCs including one of my favorite demo virtual machine: Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server 2010 Demo Virtual Machine (patience the bits will be out soon!) After a quick upgrade of my host demo laptop to Windows Server 2012 Standard, I upgraded my VM from Microsoft Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 SP1 to Microsoft Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2012. Hig...(truncated)...
London 2012 Timeline
(Indexed 2012-07-30):
Have you leveraged Project Online and the new timeline sync capabilities yet? Try it today. See this for more information: Project Online: In the cloud with Office 365! [Image] [Image][Image]
Hello World, Hello The New Microsoft Project!
(Indexed 2012-07-24):
Following a week of staged announcements (and in case you missed it), we have disclosed the next version of your beloved project portfolio management (PPM) solution during the past week, a must read: The new Microsoft Project. Its exciting to finally be able to talk about what we have been working on in Redmond for the past little while. Its hard to contain my excitement and put in words what I think about this upcoming release! I have worked with Project Server since the 2002 version (shortly ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project & Project Server Presence at TechEd North America & Europe 2012
(Indexed 2012-06-05):
Please find below a summary of the Microsoft Project and Project Server presence at both the upcoming Microsoft TechEd North America 2012 in Orlando June 11-14 and at Microsoft TechEd Europe 2012 in Amsterdam June 26-29. Beside sessions listed below, yes we will have a Project booth staffed by product experts so dont be shy and ask questions about your favorite Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solution at the booth. Title Description Speaker OSP301 ...(truncated)...
ANNOUNCING: Microsoft Project Server 2010 Burn & Forecast and Spend Report Solutions
(Indexed 2012-05-21):
I am pleased to announced the release of two Microsoft Project Server 2010 reporting solutions on TechNet Gallery: Project Burn and Forecast Report and Project Spend Report. Both solutions can be deployed and tested with the Microsoft Project Server 2010 v2 Demo Virtual Machine. These reporting solutions leverages Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Reporting Services and were created by Emmanuel Fadullon, a Principal Consultant for Microsoft Consulting Services (MCS). The User Guide for the Contos...(truncated)...
100 hours of free Microsoft PPM Content from customers, partners, MVPs and Microsoft!
(Indexed 2012-05-17):
Following yesterday’s announcement on the main Microsoft Project blog: Microsoft Project Conference 2012 Session Recordings Are Live! please find below the full list of sessions (by code, presenter’s company and title). I have also attached an Excel spreadsheet with this list to this post (navigate to the end).Grab you favorite beverage and snacks and enjoy the shows!PS: there are four outstanding recordings we are still in the process of publishing and I will update this list once t...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demo VM with SP1 and April 2012 CU
(Indexed 2012-05-07):
Now that Project Conference 2012 is behind, I’ve just deployed he recently released April 2012 Cumulative Update (see this post from Brian Smith: Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint Server 2007 and 2010 April 2012 CU Announcement). I’ve put below a few screenshots of the updated products versions. Don’t forget to attend the webcast tomorrow: TechNet Webcast: Information about Microsoft Project and Project Server April 2012 Software UpdateCentral Admin view: 14.0.6120.500 [...(truncated)...
Microsoft kicks off Project Conference 2012
(Indexed 2012-03-21):
Following an awesome Project Conference 2012 (#mspc12) first day yesterday in Phoenix, please visit the Project Conference virtual press room. There are lots of great stories Id like to share with you regarding this week, so please stay tune for future posts! PS: if you want to get a feel for the events pulse and news, please look at the following tag on Twitter: #mspc12[Image]
From ARM to Windows 8, see Microsoft Project Server in action at Project Conference 2012 next week! #mspc12
(Indexed 2012-03-17):
With less than a few days away, its hard to share my personal excitement for next weeks Microsoft Project Conference 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona. Its been a busy past few weeks and days preparing for this event, and its now almost showtime! It will be the best Project Conference ever, do not miss the two keynotes on Tuesday and Wednesday at 9am and obviously attend as many sessions as possible. I had the privilege of reviewing lots of them and the hardest decision you will hav...(truncated)...
Hello Windows 8 Consumer Preview
(Indexed 2012-02-29):
Exciting day, a few links to get started: Microsoft Announces Availability of Windows 8 Consumer Preview (press announcement) Welcome to Windows 8 The Consumer Preview (building Windows 8 blog) http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/consumer-preview (product page) [Image] PS: less than three weeks until Microsoft Project Conference 2012, dont miss it and see you soon![Image]
IT Professionals and Developers Content at Project Conference 2012 #mspc12
(Indexed 2012-02-22):
Following a recent discussion with a consultant, I wanted to re-iterate the quality, depth and number of technical session dedicated to IT Professionals and Developers at Microsoft Project Conference 2012 next month in Phoenix (March 19-22). One easy place to browse technical content is to navigate the session agenda and filter by each audience, or the filter using the Deployment, Administration & Developer track as shown on the right: Beside key topic that all Pr...(truncated)...
More than 100 Reasons To Attend Microsoft Project Conference 2012
(Indexed 2012-02-20):
With less than a month away before the start of the Microsoft Project Conference 2012 (#MSPC12), March 19-22 in Phoenix Arizona, I wanted to take a moment and re-iterate why this is the event you cannot miss next month. As the all-up content owner for this conference I have had the pleasure to review about 170 submissions during the Call For Content phase; and lately I have started doing content reviews with speakers, and trust me there are so many great stories that I just cant wait to see atte...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 and Dynamics CRM 2011 Integration
(Indexed 2012-02-15):
I have seen a few questions recently in the Microsoft Project Server Forum and other in other social platform about the integration of Microsoft Project Server 2010 and Dynamics CRM 2011, and since I delivered a session on this topic at an event a few months ago, I wanted to share my thoughts on the subject. Before I go any further I think its important to understand the Microsoft Dynamics CRM offering, hence I recommend you look at our official CRM product portal for a basic understanding of ou...(truncated)...
Upcoming Microsoft Project & Project Server Event PresenceMarch to July 2012
(Indexed 2012-01-12):
Happy new year! Yes Im sure you are all actively making travel arrangements to attend Microsoft Project Conference in Phoenix next march, specially after this key announcement today: Microsoft Project Conference 2012 Full Session List Announced! Since I know you love to plan and budget I have put together a list of upcoming events Microsoft PPM will participate in (sessions, demo booth, etc.) in the next few months (yes there are plenty of other regional events as well) but these are the ones th...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demo VM with SP1 and December 2011 CU
(Indexed 2012-01-06):
Right before the holidays and following these two recent announcements from Jan Kalis: Project 2010 Demo Pack Version 2 NOW available to Microsoft Partners! and Brian Smith: Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint Server 2007 and 2010 December 2011 CU Announcement. I decided to upgrade my demo environment to showcase the latest and greatest of Microsoft strong positive PPM offering with SP1 and the December 2011 CU. After about one hour I had my demo VM up and running with the latest Service Pac...(truncated)...
10 Tasks For the 2011 Holidays
(Indexed 2011-12-17):
Dear readers I wish you all a restful and peaceful holiday break! Since its a quiet time of the year and a great opportunity to catch up on recent product updates and announcement I wanted to provide you a list of tasks to keep you busy if you have spare cycle in the coming two weeks [Image] Register to Microsoft Project Conference 2012 next march in Phoenix Arizona.Yes you cant miss it! We have great content and speakers, plus its a very unique opportunity to network with Microsoft, custome...(truncated)...
How to plan your turkey dinner?
(Indexed 2011-11-22):
Yes you can thanks to Brian and Brian: Impress the family: Make Thanksgiving Day a success with Project 2010 On a separate note check out these recent announcements from Jan: Project 2010 Demo Pack Version 2 NOW available to Microsoft Partners! IMPORTANT: PPM Competency Transition Period PCU3ED, TPG and UMT Three Project Conference 2012 Premier Sponsors I wish all of that are based in the US a happy thanksgiving week-end! [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project Server 2010 and Multi-Tenancy
(Indexed 2011-11-07):
Following a session I delivered at SharePoint Conference 2011 in October, as well as few emails received recently, and following the very strong momentum Microsoft Project Server 2010 has, a common topic du jour customers are asking: does Project Server 2010 supports multi-tenancy? Hence, the goal of this post is to answer this question. What is multi-tenancy? First before I go any further I think its important to define multi tenancy since people have different expectations to its meaning and...(truncated)...
New Microsoft ALM case study: Revlon - IT Department of Global Cosmetics Company Cuts Time in Meetings by up to 30 Percent
(Indexed 2011-11-02):
Following the recent release of the Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack (Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack has released!) Im happy to announce this third case study showcasing the integration of TFS and Project Server 2010: IT Department of Global Cosmetics Company Cuts Time in Meetings by up to 30 Percent Key quotes First and foremost, with the Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Connector for System Center Service Manager
(Indexed 2011-10-02):
Following this recent announcement last month from the System Center Service Manager team: New SCSMMicrosoft Project Connector Released, I finally got a chance to test out this very nice solution built by Expits. In their own word: Expit has developed a plugin/connector that enables the exchange of information between project planning software (Project server 2010) and System Center Service Manager. The connector allows project server users to conve...(truncated)...
See you all at SharePoint Conference 2011 next week!
(Indexed 2011-09-29):
Following this post from my colleague Jan Kalis: Project 2010 at SharePoint Conference 2011, Im really looking forward to see you starting this Sunday in California. I visited recently Australia and Korea and its amazing to see the Project Server 2010 momentum and obviously the SharePoint 2010 rapid adoption by our customers and hence partners. When I look at the number of attendees we have for the pre-event this Sunday for instance, its again a solid case for the interest in this strong-positiv...(truncated)...
Microsoft Contest: Build your Island
(Indexed 2011-09-16):
I love the creativity from France (yes Im objective) with this new contest targeted a students. You basically have 17 billion to build your own island with its hotels etc. the goal is to have the best return on investment (ROI) all using Project & Project Server 2010, and you get to speak French. Winning team will get a trip to an exotic destination! Student life is good, isnt it? [Image][Image]
Celebrating 10 years at Microsoft
(Indexed 2011-09-03):
Exactly 10 years ago I joined Microsoft on Monday September 3rd, 2001, in the French office outside Paris. While I could write a lengthy post on what happened during the past decade at MSFT, I wanted instead to mention why I really enjoyed the past ten years and why I looking forward to a continued career at Microsoft. This is my humble opinion so please take it with a grain of salt. First lets start with a bit of background and what I have done this past decade at MSFT from a career perspectiv...(truncated)...
Rugby World Cup 2011 Timeline
(Indexed 2011-08-31):
Yes its fast approaching, and thanks to Microsoft Project 2010 a nice visualization of the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2011 matches schedule in New Zealand. A lot more information on the official site: http://www.rugbyworldcup.com/home/fixtures/poolstage.html And yes I will be cheering for a few teams! [Image] Task Name Duration Start Finish Rugby World Cup 2011 ...(truncated)...
Free Microsoft Office 365 eBook and SAP & BizTalk white paper
(Indexed 2011-08-18):
Quick note to flag two important reading material we have just released. The first one is a free ebook that provides an overview of Office 365 (you should really try it out!): Free eBook: Microsoft Office 365: Connect and Collaborate Virtually Anywhere, Anytime. The second reading is a recurring topic: how do I integrate Project Server with SAP (wrote this already: Microsoft Project Server 2010 Integration with SAP) and it discusses using Biztalk to bridge SAP with another application: Unleash S...(truncated)...
PerformancePoint Services for Microsoft Project Server 2010 White Paper
(Indexed 2011-08-16):
Im happy to announce the release of the following white paper PerformancePoint Services for Project Server 2010 written by Emmanuel Fadullon, Delivery Architect Microsoft Consulting Services. This document provides a detailed guide for Microsoft Project Server 2010 users who want to avail themselves of the Business Intelligence (BI) features and functionality provided in the host platform of Project Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Enterprise Edition. Specifically, this document cove...(truncated)...
Attend the dedicated Project pre-event at SharePoint Conference 2011!
(Indexed 2011-08-08):
As announced by Jan last week, we will have a dedicated Project/Project Server pre-event ahead of SharePoint Conference 2011 on Sunday October, 2nd, 2011: SharePoint Partners Interested in growing your business with Project 2010? A great opportunity for SharePoint/non Project Portfolio Managers to learn about our stack. More info here. There will also be plenty of Project sessions during SPC11 so dont wait and register, looking forward to see you in California in early October: [Image][Image...(truncated)...
Download Microsoft Project Server 2010 SP1 and June 2011 Cumulative Update
(Indexed 2011-06-29):
As announced yesterday on the main Project blog: Announcing The Release Of Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Microsoft Project and Project Server 2010, two major product updates were launched this week: Service Pack (SP1) for Project Standard, Project Professional, and Project Server 2010 (alongside Office 2010 and SharePoint SP1) June 2011 Cumulative Update (CU) for Project Standard, Project Professional, and Project Server 2010 (alongside Office 2010 and SharePoint SP1) Plenty of guidance in t...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Reporting with Excel Services & Creating Dashboards white papers
(Indexed 2011-06-24):
Im thrilled to announce the release of the following two white papers which provide step by step guidance on surfacing key Project Portfolio Management data into insightful reports and dashboards: Microsoft Project Server 2010 Reporting with Excel Services written by Jean-Francois LeSaux and Steven Haden from Microsoft Consulting Services. Creating Dashboards for Microsoft Project Server 2010 written Blaise Novakovic, Jean-Francois LeSaux, Steven Haden, Microsoft Consulting Services F...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Gets Highest Rating In Gartner 2011 MarketScope
(Indexed 2011-06-22):
Its now official as announced by Arpan Shah on the main Project blog on Monday: Microsoft is Rated in the Gartner Project and Portfolio Applications MarketScope. Following many years of leadership in Gartners Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management (since at least 2007 which was the earliest report I could find on my computer), we are now excelling as well in the newly created MarketScope with our 2010 offering (Gartner Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management has be...(truncated)...
Kinect for Windows SDK Beta is live Unleash Your Creativity!
(Indexed 2011-06-17):
Exciting news today about the release of the Beta of Kinect SDK for Windows, I cant even imagine what developers worldwide will come up with; and really looking forward to the creativity! Check this official post: Kinect for Windows SDK Its Here! Who can make this a reality: Microsoft Project 2010 Kinect Edition: You Are the Controller! ? Start your downloads: http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/um/redmond/projects/kinectsdk/ [Image] PS: For Project Server developers make sure you attend th...(truncated)...
Dear SharePoint partners where is your PPM competency?
(Indexed 2011-06-10):
Following this recent post from my colleague Jan Kalis How to find information about Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management Partners, this case study feature Innovative-e: Microsoft Partner Boosts Revenues with Project Management Competency as well as attending Tech.Ed and SPTechcon recently this is a great reminder that Project and Project Server 2010 is a milestone release gaining lots of momentum and hence a great opportunity for services and partners! So my ask to all of you in particu...(truncated)...
Automatically Publish Updates thanks to Project Server 2010 SP1
(Indexed 2011-06-06):
As Gary Chefetz mentioned last week: One Small Check Box, One Giant Leap for Project Server; basically with the upcoming Project Server 2010 Service Pack (SP1) due at the end of this month you will now have the ability to Automatically publish the updates as shown below. I have been using this feature to demo the integration between Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server in the the case of an Agile Team collaborating with with the PMO, and attendees love this new feature that will impro...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server Content Pivot Viewer
(Indexed 2011-06-03):
Great announcement from Rob this week: Announcing the EPM Content Pivot Viewer. Project and Project Server 2010 is major release of the already long history of Microsoft Project. We have been building content for the 2010 release for about two years (and are continuing to do so) to help you deploy, configure, and adopt Project 2010. Hence we have a ton of content and many of you have been asking for an easier way to discover all of the valuable documentation we have on our site. I think you will...(truncated)...
Join us for special Microsoft Project Announcement! Introducing "Project for the Masses" and "SharePoint Lifecycle Management Solutions"
(Indexed 2011-05-31):
Please mark your calendar for this special event/webcast on Wednesday (June 1st, 2011) at 3pm pacific time live from SPTechCon: Special Microsoft Project Announcement! Introducing "Project for the Masses" and "SharePoint Lifecycle Management Solutions" Join Christophe Fiessinger, Senior Technical Product Manager for Microsoft Project 2010, who will kick off the launch of two new Microsoft Project solutions, Project for the Masses, developed by Innovative-e, Inc., and SharePoint Lifecycle Man...(truncated)...
Multi-Browser Support for time entry in Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2011-05-25):
Yes, as announced last week as part of Project Server 2010 Service Pack 1 (SP1) on the main Project blog: Announcing Service Pack 1 for Microsoft Project & Project Server 2010 one of the new innovation of SP1 is the ability to do timesheet in your favorite browser as shown below (all tests were run on Windows Server 2008 R2 + SP1). Happy time sheeting! [Image] Timesheet In Internet Explorer (IE) [Image] Entering timesheet time in FireFox ...(truncated)...
See you at SPTechCon in Boston next week! Well have great Project Giveaways :)
(Indexed 2011-05-25):
Following this post: I am speaking at SPTechCon in Boston June 1-3, register! @SPTechCon, Im happy to announce that in addition to the sessions we will be having a special next Wednesday (June 1st) from 5:15 to 7:00pm. Beside a great presentation & demos from Dux Raymond from Innovative-e and Scott Jamison from Jornata, well be giving away great giveaways including 10 copies of Project Professional 2010 (yes we can!), books, 16GB USB keys and more More information can be found here: http://www.s...(truncated)...
Save the dates Tech.Ed 2012 North America and Europe
(Indexed 2011-05-23):
For those of you that did not attend Tech.Ed last week in Atlanta (it was an awesome week!), please note the following two key dates next year: Tech.Ed North America 2012: June 11-14, 2012 in Orlando, Florida Tech.Ed Europe 2012: June 25-29, 2012, in Amsterdam Please see below two session that are publically available delivered last week: SharePoint Governance and Lifecycle Management with Microsoft Project Server ...(truncated)...
Latest Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack videos & webcast
(Indexed 2011-05-23):
We have released recently a number of videos on the recently released Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack, providing an overview of the solution and demonstrating its key capabilities: Top-Down Planning of Business Requirements within an Enterprise Project using Team Foundation Server and Project Server Managing Project Details in an Enterprise Project Plan Mapped to a Team Project in Team Foundation Server Making Agile Team Progress Visible to the P...(truncated)...
Happy Birthday Microsoft Project 2010!
(Indexed 2011-05-12):
Its hard to believe it has been a year already when we announced the Microsoft Project and Microsoft Project Server 2010 release on the official Project blog: Microsoft Project 2010 has Launched! So much has happened during the past year in terms of customer momentum, partner readiness, solutions, content, books etc. that it would be impossible to recap it all. Instead to illustrate the awesome momentum this release has I will just illustrate recent related announcement and ...(truncated)...
Past and Upcoming Microsoft Project Webcasts
(Indexed 2011-05-04):
Quick post to remind you that there are a few publically available (yes totally free of charge) webcast about Microsoft Project and Microsoft Project Server this month. For instance: Project Server Development for SharePoint Developers, Thursday, May 05, 2011 8:00 AM Pacific Time Whats new in Project 2010 and Visio 2010? Thursday, May 05, 2011 11:30 AM Pacific Time Information About Microsoft Project and Project Server May 2011 Software Update Tuesday, May 10, 2011 8:00 AM Pacific Time...(truncated)...
Wedding Planning Has Never Been Easier and Fun!
(Indexed 2011-04-29):
Rumor has that to plan such an important day even the king and the queen of this world plan carefully using Microsoft Project With the 2010 version the groom and the bride can easily visualize a timeline of the wedding, quickly allocate resource using the team planner, be in charge of the schedule using manually scheduled tasks/inactive tasks and last but not least sync this schedule with Office 365 so all involved can collaborate on the wedding plan Happy planning you all [Image] [Image] [Im...(truncated)...
I am speaking at SPTechCon in Boston June 1-3, register! @SPTechCon
(Indexed 2011-04-20):
I am happy to announce that I will be speaking at SPTechCon in Boston June 1-3, 2011, delivering the following session: 310 Implementing Team Foundation Server 2010 & Project Server Integration to Solve the Agile/PMO Dilemma Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack further strengthen Microsofts Application Lifecycle Management Solution by bridging the gap between Project Portfolio Management and Application Development. By bringing the best of both worlds, ...(truncated)...
Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server 2010 Demo Virtual Machine is ready for download!
(Indexed 2011-04-20):
As announced today on the main Project blog, Im very very happy to announced this great asset you have been waiting for: Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server 2010 Demo Virtual Machine. I have been using this VM for a while and its a great asset we have put together to help you understand the value, the scenarios and the functionality enabled by the Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack released last month. So dont wait and s...(truncated)...
Who is NOT going to Tech.Ed 2011 in Atlanta next month? #MSTechEd
(Indexed 2011-04-14):
The Project team will! It be be an awesome event with awesome content and plenty of cool Microsoft Project Server 2010 goodies as shown below, so register come to Atlanta for Tech.Ed North America 2011: Registration. For more information about content check out this post: Microsoft Project/Project Server Presence at TechEd 2011 16GB Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server 2010 USB Key with key ALM links What's New Study Guide Microsoft Project 2...(truncated)...
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 Integration white paper
(Indexed 2011-04-12):
Good pre-release white paper that might be of interest if you have or are planning to deploy Project Server 2010 and Dynamics AX: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 White Paper: Microsoft Project Server 2010 Integration. This document explains the integration architecture for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 and provides instructions for setting up integration between the two programs. By setting up integration between the two products, project managers can create proje...(truncated)...
New white paper: Reporting with Microsoft Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2011-04-11):
I am very excited to announce the release of a great white paper written by Andrew Lavinsky from UMT Consulting Group, entitled Reporting with Microsoft Project Server 2010. This 82 pages document is a great read to learn and understand the reporting options of Microsoft Project Server 2010. In Andrews words: The most compelling story within Project Server 2010 is both individual and individualized dashboards. Not only can I now create a dashboard intensely focused on the data requirements of an...(truncated)...
New Microsoft ALM case study: IT Firm Simplifies Data Exchange to Bridge Gap Between Developers and Managers
(Indexed 2011-04-01):
Following the recent release of the Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack (Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack has released!) Im very happy to announce the publication of another case study on the topic of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) from TechResult in Brazil: http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Microsoft-Windows-Serve...(truncated)... TechResult, an IT management and solution provider based in Brazil, wanted t...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Inside 2011 A guaranteed plan!
(Indexed 2011-04-01):
Extremely excited to announce the release of Microsoft Project Inside 2011, a series of every day products with a guaranteed quality label. The first wave of Microsoft Project Inside 2011 products includes cutting edge tablet running your favorite your favorite work collaboration tool. These two and a lot more are available at your favorite retailer, just make you look for the Microsoft Project 2011 Inside sticker clearly displayed on the front. [Image] [Image] But w...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Conference 2012 March 19-22, 2012 SAVE THE DATE!
(Indexed 2011-03-24):
Its official, our next Microsoft Project Conference will be held a year from now in sunny Phoenix: Next Project Conference March 19-22, 2012. We will have plenty more content about the event in the future; until then as mentioned in the past you cannot miss this event for the quality of the content delivered by experts from our community worldwide and from the Microsoft Project group, not to mention the key networking opportunities you will gain at this event. Start planning by blocking off y...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project/Project Server Presence at TechEd 2011
(Indexed 2011-03-23):
Please find below a summary of the Microsoft Project and Project Server presence at the upcoming Microsoft Tech.Ed North America 2011 in Atlanta, May 16-19, 2011. We have a very exciting content and speakers line up (see summary below); not to mention a full Project booth with experts from Microsoft product group, support, consulting services and Project MVPs. Last but not least, yes we will have exciting giveaways as well, stay tune for more information, in the meantime register and attend (poi...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Driver Export/Import Tool
(Indexed 2011-03-22):
While I was working on a demo VM, and similar to the Playbook tool (Microsoft Project Server 2010 Server Settings Backup/Restore Tool) I wrote this tool to easily export all the business drivers and impact statements from one PWA instance into a XML file and let you import them all (drivers & impact statements) into another PWA instance (few screenshots below). I have provided the source code so you can modify at will! You could also use this to backup a snapshot of drivers and impact statements...(truncated)...
New white paper: Portfolio Analysis with Microsoft Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2011-03-18):
I am very excited to announce the release of a great white paper written by Andrew Lavinsky from UMT Consulting Group, entitled Portfolio Analysis with Microsoft Project Server 2010, A Guide for the Business User. This 132 pages document is an easy read with lots of figures and diagrams that will explain in details the mechanism and functionality of portfolio analytics capabilities. Start you download! Summary: This white paper is a comprehensive user guide for the Portfolio Analysis module...(truncated)...
New Microsoft ALM case study: Microsoft Team Cuts Status Meeting Time by 90 Percent and Improves Information Access!
(Indexed 2011-03-10):
Following the release of the Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack last Tuesday (Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack has released!) Im very happy to announce the very first customer case study on the topic of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM): http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Microsoft-Visual-Studio...(truncated)... Microsoft Team Cuts Status Meeting Time by 90 Percent and Improves Information Access MSCom Gri...(truncated)...
Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack has released!
(Indexed 2011-03-08):
As announced today on the main Project blog: New Feature Pack from Visual Studio Improves Project Management and Software Development Team Collaboration its released! After working on this launch since last year Im very very very excited to see this go-live. Customers and partners feedback has been extremely positive. I believe it puts Microsoft in a very unique position against others in terms of offering a very strong Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) solution. As mentioned on the other p...(truncated)...
How to leverage Dynamic Memory in your SharePoint and Project Server 2010 Demo VM
(Indexed 2011-03-01):
Following the release of Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1) last week, and following a session I attended on the benefits of SP1 in Hyper-V I wanted to try it out on the base SharePoint Server and Project Server 2010 demo virtual machine you all have access to (http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9728417 ). Basically the two two features with SP1 are Dynamic Memory and RemoteFX (yes there are plenty of content on TechNet, see this for instance for more information Hyper-V Dynamic Memory Con...(truncated)...
Save the date March 8, Project Feb 2011 CU Overview
(Indexed 2011-02-24):
In case you have not heard we have just released the February 2011 Cumulative Update (CU) for Project and Project Server 2007 and 2010 as announced by Brian on our Admin blog: Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint 2007 and 2010 February CU 2011 are Live! Save the date to learn all about it in a webcast: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 8:00 AM, Pacific Time (US & Canada). Webcast link: Information About Microsoft Project and Project Server Cumulative February Update https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/...(truncated)...
Exam 70-178: Microsoft Project 2010, Managing Projects is live!
(Indexed 2011-02-16):
In case you missed it, as announced by my colleague Jan Kalis last week: The Project 2010 Desktop Exam 70-178 is LIVE!! As mentioned there are plenty of content available today (see official Microsoft Project Train and Learn site) to help you successfully pass this exam so dont wait and take it! [Image][Image]
Updating Project and SharePoint 2010 Demo VM with the latest Cumulative Update
(Indexed 2011-01-26):
Following the recent release of the December 2010 Cumulative Updates for Project, Project Server and SharePoint 2010, I have decided to update my demo VM. Please find below a quick step by step procedure to install this CU and others yourself and ensure you are using the latest and greatest version of our favorite products (as usual plenty more content, recommendations, recorded webcast on TechNet on applying software updates: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-US/projectserver/gg176680.aspx). ...(truncated)...
TFS and Project Server 2010 Integration: Microsoft Beta Connects Developers, PMs
(Indexed 2011-01-12):
Good article from Janis Rizzuto from Projects@Work about the Team Foundation Server and Project Server integration feature pack to start the year: Microsoft Beta Connects Developers, PMs :) Hope you all had great holidays and back in full swing, a great Microsoft Project 2011 year in perspective.[Image]
What a Project 2010 year and happy holidays!
(Indexed 2010-12-22):
Almost caught up with my list of to-dos before the end of the year, I wanted to step back and do one last blog post looking back at the 12 months of this milestone 2010 year. Looking back at the exact same period a year ago, what has changed? Well in December 2009 Jan Kalis and I were half way done with our Project 2010 Ignite worldwide tour back from Mexico and Brazil and were having a quiet restful holiday to prepare for trips to Singapore, Australia, Renton, Seattle, New Orleans A year ago w...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Time and task progress workflow diagrams
(Indexed 2010-12-18):
Excited to announce the release of the following diagrams (a sample below) on TechNet thanks to Sonias great work: Time and task progress workflow diagrams (Project Server 2010) [Image] Plenty more content got published recently as well: Project Server 2010 backward compatibility mode (BCM) Create a PWA site in backward compatibility mode (Project Server 2010) Testing a Project Server 2010 deployment (white paper) To stay up to date on content publication go here (RSS enable): New...(truncated)...
Project Momentum 2010 EMEA Technical Track Recordings and Slides
(Indexed 2010-12-15):
Following this post from Arpan Shah Project Momentum 2010 EMEA about the recent event we held last month in Barcelona, I wanted to provide pointers to the technical content that was delivered. Recordings: Deploying Microsoft Project Server 2010 by Christophe Fiessinger (check out video at 2:45) Project Server 2010 Upgrade and Migration by Raphael Ax, Jan Kalis, and Bishan Ruder Best Practices: Troubleshooting Project Server 2010 Deployments by Brian Smith Project 2010 Development...(truncated)...
Announcing Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack Beta #ALM
(Indexed 2010-12-08):
Very excited to announce this key milestone today on the main Project blog today: Announcing Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server Integration Feature Pack Beta. Following all the interest and excitement heard as recently as last month in Europe at Tech.Ed and at Project Momentum, its great to have bits out that you can now use to test this out. As usual this is journey and expect more announcements on the topic of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) Microsoft Project ...(truncated)...
Nintex Workflow for Project Server 2010 Now Available
(Indexed 2010-12-06):
Very excited to see another great partners solution for Project Server 2010: Nintex Workflow for Project Server 2010 (press release: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20101206005480/en/Nint...(truncated)... In their own words: Nintex Workflow for Project Server 2010 offers a graphical, web-based, no-code designer that builds demand workflows that are assigned to Enterprise Project Types, improving team collaboration throughout the project review and approval processes. As workfl...(truncated)...
Release 3.0 of TrackTimesheet for Microsoft Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-11-30):
Following this post over a year ago: Microsoft Project Server 2007: Time Tracking Solutions Im happy to announced that Solvin has recently released an updated version of their TrackTimesheet for Project Server 2010, similar to other recently released partner solution; its great to see that their latest product is leveraging the latest Project Server and SharePoint 2010 technology and functionality product stack (for instance having a dedicated ribbon in their UI). A great solution for customers ...(truncated)...
Getting started with business intelligence in SharePoint Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-11-30):
Its all about Business Intelligence and reporting! Im sure you all agree, check out this recently released set of diagrams that will explains the options available with SharePoint 2010 to extract and surface your Project Portfolio Management diamonds, rubies and nuggets http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=...(truncated)... As a reminder check out the Business Intelligence in Project Server 2010 for specific BI information related to your favorite PPM solution! [Image][I...(truncated)...
Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre Project 2010 en espaol!
(Indexed 2010-11-30):
Thanks to Vicente Rubio Peinado Im very happy to announce the release of this easy to read, and easy to carry book about Project 2010: Gua Prctica Microsoft Project 2010 [Image] ndice de contenidos: Instalacin del programa. Primeros pasos. Planificacin de un proyecto. Gestin de recursos. Bsqueda de informacin. Gestin de costos. Seguimiento del proyecto. Impresin de inform...(truncated)...
Must Buy Book: Professional Application Lifecycle Management with Visual Studio 2010
(Indexed 2010-11-29):
A few months ago I purchased this book: Professional Application Lifecycle Management with Visual Studio 2010 to learn more about Visual Studio 2010 and Team Foundation Server 2010 in order to get a good understanding of the upcoming TFS and PS integration feature pack, and I finally finished reading the book, and must say its a great read if you are not familiar with VS nor TFS 2010. I had not read a book about VS since a long time and really enjoyed this book; the writing style and obviously t...(truncated)...
Tech.Ed Europe 2010 Online Project Server 2010 Sessions
(Indexed 2010-11-11):
Exciting to announce the availability of the two Microsoft Project Server 2010 sessions we delivered at Tech.Ed Europe in Berlin this week (recordings and PowerPoint decks) are available online free of charge! Please note the interactive session are not available online, additionally there are plenty more content for SharePoint 2010: http://www.msteched.com/2010/Europe/Tracks/OfficeSharePoint and ALL TEE10 videos are here:http://www.msteched.com/2010/Europe Happy learning! Dont forget to vote (...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Kinect Edition: You Are the Controller!
(Indexed 2010-11-05):
Im super excited to announce Microsoft Project 2010 Kinect Edition: You Are the Controller! Microsoft continues to be an industry leader in project management software with this revolutionary new approach to Project Management. Microsoft Project 2010 Kinect Edition enables you to interact with your plan using you body, the wave of your hands and your voice. For instance simply built your schedule by waving your hands left and right; leverage the powerful resource planner view and perform resourc...(truncated)...
Introducing the UMT Project Financial Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-11-04):
Another awesome partner solutions UMT Project Financial Server 2010 built on the recently released Microsoft Project Server 2010, in their (Ben Chamberlains) own words: The UMT Project Financial Server 2010 extends Microsoft Project Server 2010 to provide organizations with comprehensive cost and benefit management capabilities across the project life cycle. [Image] [Image] I saw a recent demo beside the great capabilities I was impressed how it was seamlessly integr...(truncated)...
Trick or Treat? Why not both! Happy Project Halloween
(Indexed 2010-10-29):
Its been a busy week planning the future (its a secret cant tell) so might have a bit of fun before its over! Yes October 31st is fast approaching and thats a special day here, at least for people living in the United States (for all others, here is the Wikipedia story http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween). Anyway since the tradition is to trick or treat, lets do both but definitely tons of treats with 2010 [Image] [Image] [Image] (thanks to Toney and Adria...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint 2007 and 2010 October CU 2010 are Live!
(Indexed 2010-10-27):
As announced by Brian Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint 2007 and 2010 October CU 2010 are Live! To learn more about the content of this Cumulative update mark your calendars and attend this webcast from Brian Smith and Adrian Jenkins: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada), TechNet Webcast: Information About Microsoft Project and Project Server Cumulative October Update[Image]
Microsoft FuseLabs SocialGadgets Exploration with Microsoft Project
(Indexed 2010-10-25):
With the increase popularity of Twitter I just leveraged Microsoft FuseLabs SocialGadgets Exploration to visualize Microsoft Project (more info. here: http://designer.socialgadgets.fuselabs.com/) Tag Cloud for Microsoft Project: Timeline for Microsoft Project: Tag Cloud for SharePoint: [Image]
Adding Project Server 2010 web parts to SharePoint sites
(Indexed 2010-10-22):
I am sure you are all following my recent advice and actively following this TechNet RSS: Newly published content for Project Server 2010 http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=186461 New and updated content typically appears Thursday night (Seattle time/PDT) and today take a note of the following important articles our technical writers have put together: Plan for Project Server 2010 Web Parts Provides an overview of the Project Web App Web Parts that are available in Microsoft Project Serv...(truncated)...
How to display Project information on a project site?
(Indexed 2010-10-22):
Saw this recent question on our public forum: how can I display project information on my project site (around referred to as the project workspace)? In Project Server 2010 its actually very easy thanks to a very useful web part that is part of the Microsoft Project 2010 Solution Starters on MSDN Code Gallery (http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/P2010SolutionStarter); yes there are plenty of others useful solutions as well so I highly encourage you to check out these free of charge solutions (and ye...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project RSS Feeds & Welcome Jan Kalis!
(Indexed 2010-10-20):
Following this post in January: Latest Microsoft Project RSS Feeds January 2010 and with the Microsoft Project 2010 excitement and enthusiasm as well as the multiplication of blogs, please find attached my latest OPML files (collection of RSS feeds I subscribe to from all regions of the world); I use this to stay on top of news and announcements around the product. Its also exciting to see how many more blogs, RSS keep appearing every day. A very encouraging sign of our product leadership in th...(truncated)...
Hello World: Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Project
(Indexed 2010-10-19):
Bonjour, in case you have missed it we made an important announcement today: Microsoft Office 365: The Power to Think Big and Be Small, to Be Big and Act Fast. How does it impact the Microsoft Project world? Check this post from Arpan: Enabling Better Collaborative Project Management with Office 365 and Project Professional 2010 More information on the official Microsoft Office 365: http://www.office365.com; sign up for Beta! [Image][Image]
Integrating Project Server 2010 with Line Of Business Applications
(Indexed 2010-10-18):
With the recent release of Microsoft Project Server 2010 (PS) last May and its rapid adoption by customers, a recurring question I have seen and been asked is how can I integrate Project Server 2010 with application X? Where application X can be a combination of the following: Application Type Typical Scenario Application Example Accounting (ERP) Import financial information, and WBS SAP R/3, MSFT Dynamics SL and AX, Oracl...(truncated)...
Get the REAL Microsoft Project Server!
(Indexed 2010-10-15):
I have been following the activities of several competitors on the various digital channels for the past few months and I find it an honor to see how competitors are mimicking our product names, messaging and positioning to sell a product clearly different from ours On one hand its always a good sign to see copycats and people mimicking a leader, but on the other hand I am worried that customers get confused and abused with a brand that is not Microsoft and potentially a product of lesser valu...(truncated)...
Microsoft IT Cuts Costs, Gains Greater Consistency with Project Planning Software
(Indexed 2010-10-14):
Another great new case study thanks to Joyce and Tad: http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Case_Study_Detail.aspx?...(truncated)... Great job MS IT! Microsoft IT, which manages technology resources for the global software company, wanted to improve the consistency of decision-making processes across planning governance bodies. Assisted by Microsoft Services consultants, Microsoft IT implemented Microsoft Project Server 2010. It used Project Server 2010 to plan its fiscal year 2011 new-progra...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Family is getting bigger- Welcome SharkPro and BeMoPro
(Indexed 2010-10-11):
With the PMI Global Congress this week in Washington DC, two new offerings have been officially announced today on Microsoft Project 2010. Its very exciting to see partner creating new offerings on our stack, a great testament on the value of Project 2010 and how extensible it is. SharkPro Software (http://www.sharkprosoftware.com) [Image] BeMo Project Intelligence (http://bemopro.com/) [Image] Additionally check out this other announcement from Arpan Shah on the main Project Blog: ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Momentum 2010-EMEA, are you going? The Project team will!
(Indexed 2010-10-05):
Following this announcement last august: Registration is Now Open for Microsoft Project Momentum 2010 in Europe, Barcelona Nov. 16-18 2010 the event agenda is now published here. As a reminder the Project Momentum 20100-EMEA, will be held in Barcelona, Spain on November 16 18, 2010. Key Highlights of Project Momentum 2010EMEA: Obtain unique insights from customers and partners into how Project 2010 delivers flexible work management solutions Learn about innovative capabilities in Pro...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Integration with SAP
(Indexed 2010-10-04):
A frequent question I have heard recently from key customers: how can the latest version of Microsoft Project Server be integrated with our existing SAP implementation? I wrote this post Integrating EPM 2007 with Line of Business Solutions such as ERP Systems three and half years ago and the same answer pretty much applies. You basically have two options to connect the two systems: Purchase a connector from a third party vendor Partner Solution Address ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Sessions at Tech.Ed Europe 2010
(Indexed 2010-10-04):
Following this announcement from Jan last month: Project 2010 at Microsoft Tech.ED Europe 2010 please find below a list of the sessions that will be delivered next month in Berlin: Time to register and attend if you have not done so already! Title Date & Time Description Speakers OFS224 - Project 2010 Demo, Demo, Demo - Overview for IT Professionals and Developers Tuesday, November 9 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Built on SharePoint 2010...(truncated)...
Which SQL Server 2008 R2 Edition is right for your Project Server & SharePoint 2010 Farm?
(Indexed 2010-09-29):
A common question I have been hearing from some of you, hopefully these documents will help answer the question: http://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/en/us/product-info/compare.aspx For instance for Analysis Services between the Enterprise and Standard edition, here is what you get: [Image] Also read this whitepaper for further information: SQL Server 2008 R2 and SharePoint 2010 Products: Better Together (white paper) (SharePoint Server 2010) - http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc99027...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010: Workflow Visualization Web Part solution starter
(Indexed 2010-09-28):
In you can you are wondering how to achieve the following Project Server 2010 workflow visualization or even better create your own, check out the recently published Workflow Visualization Web Part solution starter on MSDN Code Gallery to help you get started: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/P2010SolutionStarter [Image] It basically leverages a SharePoint list containing a library of pictures to indicates which stage/phase you are currently at within your workflow. You can either deploy the web...(truncated)...
Team Foundation Server and Project Server CTP Integration Videos
(Indexed 2010-09-27):
FYI, thanks to John and Brian please find below links to the following four high quality videos on Channel 9 that showcase the out of the box integration of Visual Studio Team Foundation Server 2010 and Project Server released as part of the Community Technology Preview (CTP) last July: Real-time project status for the PMO Agile teams are no longer black holes Set the dial on your project plan details Resource visibility for the PMO Summary of key links: http://blogs.msdn.com/b/ch...(truncated)...
Hitchhikers Guide to Demand ManagementProject Server
(Indexed 2010-09-25):
In case you missed it, Steven Haden wrote this great white paper (and code samples): Hitchhikers Guide to Demand Management (white paper). This 109 pages white paper is a must read for all of you that need to build a custom workflow in Project Server 2010: This document should contain all the required information to get started on implementing a full Demand Management solution with Microsoft Project Server 2010. Table of Content: Introduction Vision: Case Study for Contoso Plan/Speci...(truncated)...
Nouveau livre: Project 2010, Guide pratique pour les chefs de projet
(Indexed 2010-09-18):
Je viens de lire le nouveau livre de Vincent Capitaine (http://blogepm.spaces.live.com/) Project 2010, Guide pratique pour les chefs de projet aux ditions Dunod, disponible ici par exemple. Jai beaucoup aime le format poche du livre mais surtout la simplicit avec laquelle Vincent prsente les fonctions clefs de Microsoft Project 2010 pour la gestion de projet. A great book to learn French and how to leverage Project 2010 desktop at the same time! Merci Vincent! [Image] ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010: Documentation, Documentation, Documentation!
(Indexed 2010-09-15):
Could not resist to point to these two posts published from Sonia and Brian which Im sure you already are aware of thanks to your favorite RSS reader; Finding Project Server 2010 documentation http://blogs.msdn.com/b/project/archive/2010/09/15/finding-p...(truncated)... Project Server: Keeping up with TechNet and MSDN RSS is the answer! http://blogs.msdn.com/b/brismith/archive/2010/09/15/project-...(truncated)... PS: and IE9 beta rocks, Windows Live Beta rocks and Halo Reach RTM rocks,...(truncated)...
Microsoft Tech.Ed Europe 2010, are you going? The Project team will!
(Indexed 2010-09-09):
Following Jans announcement on both the Project Admin and Programmability blogs: Project 2010 at Microsoft TechED Europe 2010 Microsoft Project 2010 will be present at Tech.Ed Europe with great content, speakers, booth, and goodies so dont miss it! Still looking for reasons to attend, check out this Tech.Ed Europe 2010 countdown show on Channel 9 #TEE10 http://channel9.msdn.com/tags/TEE10/ [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Beta will expire on October 31, 2010: upgrade to RTM build!
(Indexed 2010-09-09):
Quick reminder all BETA versions of Microsoft Project Professional/Standard 2010, Microsoft Project Server 2010, as well as SharePoint 2010 and Office 2010, will expire on October 31, 2010 as stated in the EULA (End-User Licensing Agreement); so time to get the RTM build before its too late! As a reminder we do not support Project Server database upgrade from beta version to RTM: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee662104.aspx Upgrading from the Project Server 2010 public Beta to t...(truncated)...
Volvo Group Increases Project Visibility and Control While Saving Employees Time
(Indexed 2010-09-08):
Great new case study thanks to Joyce and Tad: http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Case_Study_Detail.aspx?...(truncated)... Great job Volvo and Teamsquare! The Volvo Group is a leading supplier of commercial and consumer transport solutions and customer financial services. Volvo IT, which provides solutions to the Group to manage its projects, wanted to improve employee efficiency by extending current resource management, time reporting, portfolio management, and other project management proces...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project and Project Server August 2010 Cumulative Update Webcast on September 14th
(Indexed 2010-09-01):
Following Brians announcement today about the release of the August 2010 Cumulative Update (CU): Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint 2007 and 2010 August CU 2010 are Live! please join us on September 14th 2010 at 8am Pacific time for an overview of the software updates, register and attend: TechNet Webcast- Information About Microsoft Project and Project Server Cumulative August Update - Tuesday, September 14, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada)[Image]
Upcoming Microsoft Project Event PresenceOctober 2010 to May 2011
(Indexed 2010-09-01):
With the beginning of September, wanted to share a recap of the Microsoft Project Corp. lead presence at events. My definition of presence is a combination of the following: sponsorship, booth presence, sessions, and swag/gifts [Image] As usual there are plenty of other events where Im sure Microsoft Project will be presented and discussed but this list represent the ones the corporate marketing are involved with, so book your calendar, schedule your trip and enjoy! Expect more posts in the futu...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 Technical Preview Reminders
(Indexed 2010-08-26):
Following the Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 webcast last week please find below a few reminders on the Technology Preview of PS and TFS: Download the Technology Preview VM showcasing the out of the integration between TFS and PS, Brian Keller wrote this post efficiently download the VM: Getting started with the TFS and Project Server Integration CTP Last weeks recorded webcast is available free of charge in your favorite format here! TechNet Webcast: Project Server and Te...(truncated)...
Registration is Now Open for Microsoft Project Momentum 2010 in Europe, Barcelona Nov. 16-18 2010
(Indexed 2010-08-25):
Its official, we will be having a Microsoft Project event in Barcelona in November, so register now to secure a spots since attendance is limited, invitation below Youre invited to Project Momentum 2010EMEA, an EMEA customer and partner event, to be held in Barcelona, Spain on November 16 18, 2010. [Image] When it comes to Project and Portfolio Management, one size does not fit all. That's w...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Demand Management Resource Center is now live on TechNet
(Indexed 2010-08-23):
In case you missed it, important announcement made by Jan at the beginning of August: ANNOUNCING: Demand Management Center for Project 2010 now live! Should contain links to all key assets/content related to PS 2010 Demand Management: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/projectserver/ff899331.aspx Happy deployment! [Image] PS: random picture of a black bear I met in Grand Teton National Park during my vacation who was focused on eating huckleberries, great example of demand management [Image][...(truncated)...
Productive Method for Downloading 2010 Information Worker Demonstration and Evaluation VM
(Indexed 2010-08-19):
Thanks to Brian Kellers post on a similar topic (download the Project Server/Team Foundation Server) integration demo VM, here is a similar approach to more efficiently download the recently released 2010 Information Worker Demonstration and Evaluation Virtual Machine (RTM) (see this fore more info: Microsoft Project Server 2010 RTM Demo Virtual Machine is Ready for Download) Download and install Free Download Manager. This utility provides: Auto-resume support for interrup...(truncated)...
Project Server and Team Foundation Server Integration Early Adoption Program
(Indexed 2010-08-18):
Following this announcement: Microsoft Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 CTP Virtual Machine and thanks to Brian Keller I am happy to announce the following Early Adoption Program to enable you to evaluate the out of the box integration of Project Server and Team Foundation Server (fill in nomination form below), and dont forget to attend the webcast on this same topic this coming Friday: Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 Integration Technical Preview webcast on August ...(truncated)...
Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 Integration Technical Preview webcast on August 20th, 2010
(Indexed 2010-07-29):
Following this announcement Microsoft Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 CTP Virtual Machine I am happy to announced that we will delivering a webcast to showcase the integration between Team Foundation Sever 2010 with Project Server 2010 on August 20th, 2010 from 8 to 9am Pacific Time, so book your calendars, download the VM to test it out yourself and asks lots of questions during the webcast, dont be shy we want to hear from you [Image]! Registration: https://msevents.microsoft.co...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Risk Evaluation Form Solution
(Indexed 2010-07-28):
Following yesterdays webcast: Microsoft Project and SharePoint Server 2010 Better Togetherfree webcast July 27 & 28 someone asked how can the Risk Evaluation demoed be customized to your own business needs? This form is based on an InfoPath custom form and stores its answers tied to each project in the Project Risk Forms library in the demo dataset. [Image] To customize the form to your needs (risk assessment questionnaire) do the following: Download the Microsoft Project 2010 Solution St...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project and SharePoint Server 2010 Better Togetherfree webcast July 27 & 28
(Indexed 2010-07-27):
Dont forget its tomorrow morning and Wednesday as announced ten days ago: Microsoft Project and SharePoint Server 2010 Better Together - white paper & webcasts Project Server 2010 and SharePoint Server 2010: Focus on Project Management Tuesday, July 27, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada) In this webcast, we introduce project management methodologies for people who are familiar with collaboration platforms. Discover how Microsoft Project Server 2010 and Microsoft SharePoint Server 2...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Video demos and trainingJuly 2010
(Indexed 2010-07-26):
Great landing page the TechNet writers have put together, plenty of content for you to watch during the relaxing summer days! http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff628958.aspx[Image]
Very first Project Server 2010 & SharePoint 2010 CU are live!
(Indexed 2010-07-22):
[cross post from Project Admin Blog: Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint 2010 June CU 2010 are live! in case you missed it, the very first Project Server and SharePoint Server 2010 Cumulative Update are ready for download!] See you next on September 14th for the Information About Microsoft Project and Project Server Cumulative August Update[Image]
Microsoft Project and SharePoint Server 2010 Better Together - white paper & webcasts
(Indexed 2010-07-19):
I am very excited to announce the release of a 54 pages white paper written by Tim Cermak and Tim Runcie from Advisicon, entitled Microsoft Project and SharePoint Server 2010 -- Better Together: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=197213. In conjunction with this release, we will be delivering a two part webcast series next week describing the concepts discussed in the white paper (see below). Executive Summary Managing projects is so much more than just checking task status, schedules and ...(truncated)...
The Whole is Greater than the Sum of the PartsMicrosoft Business Division Demo at #WPC10
(Indexed 2010-07-13):
Great demo from Kirk Koenigsbauer, Corporate Vice President, Office Business Productivity Group, on SharePoint 2010 (Business Intelligence and FAST Search capabilities), Dynamics CRM 2011 and Office Communication Server 14 demo starts at 3:20:00 (25min)! http://digitalwpc.com/Videos/VisionKeynoteVideos10/1 (demo during Stephen Elop segment during keynote). Its all about Business Intelligence, SharePoint, sounds like Project Server 2010 correct [Image] Exiting future for customers, partners and...(truncated)...
Just passed Exam 70-177: TS: Microsoft Project Server 2010, Configuring
(Indexed 2010-07-12):
Hello I have just passed this morning the very first Microsoft Project Server 2010 exam: Microsoft Project Server 2010, Configuring with a very good score. Skills measured: Installing Project Server 2010 (23 percent); Managing Resources and Security (25 percent); Configuring Project Server 2010 (25 percent); Administering Project Server 2010 (27 percent). Beside being an avid fan of all content on TechNet and having installed Project Server 2010 multiple times, the following two books I blogged ...(truncated)...
New Book: Implementing and Administering Microsoft Project Server 2010Must Buy!
(Indexed 2010-07-12):
Just finished reading Implementing and Administering Microsoft Project Server 2010 and have to admit I was very impressed by the extend and the depth of the content. If you need a reference book for Project Server 2010 or a study guide this has to be one one of them! A well worth investment for anyone who deploys or administer Project Server 2010. See yourself by checking this impressive Table of Content. Excellent job Gary, Dale and Tony from msProjectExperts! [Image] ...(truncated)...
Welcome Arpan Shah to the Project World :)
(Indexed 2010-07-12):
Exciting news, as announced by Arpan Shah last week-end: Hello Microsoft Project World! hes the new marketing lead for Microsoft Project (Twitter account: @arpanshah) (replacing Seth Patton). Say hello to him at Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) this week (A recap of what Project is doing at the WPC)![Image]
Search Project Server 2010 data using SharePoint BCS and FAST Search
(Indexed 2010-07-09):
Hello just published the following solution on MSDN Code Gallery: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/PS2010Search (a good follow up to this solution I published in 2008 on CodePlex: Search Project Server data using MOSS' BDC and Enterprise Search - CodePlex Solution Starter) The following project demonstrates how to setup Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Business Connectivity Services (BCS) and SharePoint 2010 FAST Search to query Project Server 2010's Project Project Web App (PWA) entities: Project, T...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server and Team Foundation Server 2010 CTP Virtual Machine
(Indexed 2010-07-06):
Very happy to announce the released by the TFS team of the Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2010 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 Integration CTP Hyper-V Virtual Machine. This image/VM contains a PowerPoint deck that explains in more details the supported scenarios with this integration. This image is meant to illustrate the integration scenarios of both products, please note its a community technical preview (CTP) and hence its not a shipping product yet, the TFS team is looking for feedback o...(truncated)...
See How Project Server Helps Customers June 2010 Case Studies
(Indexed 2010-07-02):
Check this two recent case studies (and yes plenty more as blogged last month): Latest Microsoft Project Server 2010 Case Studies Great Stories!) Love all the quotes in red, impressive statements and guess what all these customers are using Project Server 2007, and now with 2010 just out the door all these get even better! Schlumberger - Schlumberger IPM Bolsters Project Management with Enterprise Solution http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Case_Study_Detail.aspx?...(truncated)... O...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 and SharePoint 2010: one farm or multiple?
(Indexed 2010-07-02):
Following a number of questions on this topic at Tech.Ed a few weeks ago and this recent post from Joel Oleson: Project Server 2010 and SharePoint 2010 Coexistence please find below my humble opinion on this question: Should Project Server 2010 be deployed in a standalone Farm or should it be deployed in an existing SharePoint Farm? First lets start with an overview of the two deployment scenarios: Together/Coexistence - Single farm with both Project Server and SharePoint Server 2010 A...(truncated)...
Very First Office 2010 and Project 2010 Cumulative UpdateJune 2010
(Indexed 2010-07-01):
Following the Cumulative Update rhythm established with Office 2007, SharePoint 2007 and Project/Project Server 2007, Im happy to announce that the very first 2010 Cumulative Update was released this week for desktop application (Project Standard and Project Professional 2010 for instance KB 2075992): http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2259686 The 2010 server (SharePoint and Project) CU will be out very soon. And yes we also released a 2007 CU this week, see Brians post on the Admin blog: June 20...(truncated)...
Microsoft a Leader in Gartner 2010 Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management (IT PPM)
(Indexed 2010-06-24):
Microsoft Project (aka Microsoft EPM) is a leader again this year (similar to last year: Microsoft a Leader in Gartner 2009 Magic Quadrant for IT PPM). Microsoft Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of Gartner, Inc.'s 2010 Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management (Gartner Research, June 7, 2010) This Magic Quadrant assesses vendors with offerings in the Project and Portfolio Management space. According to Gartner, the IT PPM market is showing signs of resiliency and innovation, a...(truncated)...
Project Web App and Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-06-18):
Got these questions a few times last week at Tech.Ed in New Orleans: how can I purchase the Project Web App? How can I deploy Project Web App in a SharePoint Farm? So quick post between two World Cup games, to answer these and set expectations: Microsoft Project Web App also referred to as PWA is a component of Microsoft Project Server 2010. So to answer the questions above, PWA comes when you purchase Project Server 2010 and is not sold separately nor free of charges like the Office 2010 Web A...(truncated)...
Microsoft SharePoint and Project Server 2010 Technical Library in Compiled Help format
(Indexed 2010-06-16):
Similar to 2007, the TechNet IT Pro technical writers team will release on a regular basis a compiled-single file CHM version of all the latest SharePoint and Project Server 2010 content. For instance here is the latest for both as of June 14th. 10MB of MUST READ content for all IT Pros! Also a perfect companion for all consultants that do not have internet access at their favorite customers. As usual let us know what you think about our documentation: We would like your feedback so that we...(truncated)...
2010 FIFA World Cup Timeline
(Indexed 2010-06-16):
Go to love Microsoft Project 2010s new timeline view! Busy timeline in the coming weeks [Image]http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/calendar.html And Yes Im cheering for a few teams :)[Image] [Image][Image]
Tech.Ed Online Project Server 2010 and SharePoint 2010 Sessions
(Indexed 2010-06-16):
Following TechEd 2010 last week in New Orleans (Microsoft Project Presence at Tech.Ed North America 2010) please note the following two breakout sessions (recordings and PowerPoint decks) are available online free of charge! Please note the interactive session are not available online, additionally there are plenty more content for SharePoint 2010: http://www.msteched.com/Tracks/OfficeAndSharePoint Dont forget to vote (click on stars underneath the title)[Image] Title Descri...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project and Project Server 2007 and 2010 Cumulative Update Webcast Series
(Indexed 2010-06-16):
I am happy to announce the following TechNet Cumulative Update (CU) webcast series targeted at IT Professionals/Administrators. The goal of this series is to provide an overview of the updates released for Microsoft Project Server 2010 and Project Server 2007 server products as well as Microsoft Project 2010 and Project 2007 desktop products, and to address related questions you might have about these products updates. These webcasts are scheduled every two months (two weeks after each Cumulativ...(truncated)...
Project Newsgroups have closed, Project Forums Are Live!
(Indexed 2010-06-07):
Following this announcement from a month ago: Microsoft Project Newsgroups transition to Forums, the Project newsgroups, as of today have been officially retired. As Gary Chevetz, MVP, MSProjectExperts noted: A moment of silence to note the passing of the Project Newsgroups. R.I.P (Rest in Peace for non English speakers). For more information about the Newsgroup to Forums transition go to the following: Microsoft Responds to the Evolution of CommunitiesThe following newsgroup are no longer activ...(truncated)...
Who is NOT going to TechEd in New Orleans next week? #TechEd
(Indexed 2010-06-05):
Will be an awesome event with awesome content and plenty of cool Microsoft Project Server 2010 goodies as shown below (and more). More info in these posts: Microsoft Project Presence at Tech.Ed North America 2010 Get your copy of Planning, Deploying and Managing Microsoft Project Server 2010 at TechEd Flying out this Sunday with Jan, see you soon for some Cajun-ITPro-Dev-ProjectServer2010-FUN! [Image] [Image] [Image] [Image] PS:...(truncated)...
ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 A look at Portfolio Strategy: white paper & webcasts
(Indexed 2010-06-05):
I am very excited to announce the release of a 61 pages white paper written by Tim Cermak & Tim Runcie from Advisicon and Manmeet Chaudhari, MVP, entitled Microsoft Project Server 2010, A look at Portfolio Strategy: download link. In conjunction with this release, we will be delivering a two part webcast series at the end of June describing the Portfolio Strategy concepts discussed in the white paper (see below). Executive Summary As much as Project Management is about doing projects right, P...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Delegation Audit Event Handler
(Indexed 2010-06-04):
On of the great new feature for Project Server 2010 is the ability to delegate Project Web App (PWA) to a colleague while you are out of the office, check the Project 2010 Ignite Administration slides and recordings for more information (Download Project 2010 Ignite Recordings and Slides). One of the many feedback I heard during the Ignite worldwide tour was to make it easier to track who became a delegate of who and when. Finally found some time to provide an example to address this request. I ...(truncated)...
Download Project 2010 Ignite Recordings and Slides
(Indexed 2010-06-03):
Following this recent release: Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Online Recordings Are Live! and thanks to Efren and Jan, I am happy to announce that the Ignite recordings and slides are ready for download, happy Project 2010 readiness and deployment: Project 2010 video recordings download Project 2010 Ignite PowerPoint slides download [Image]
Microsoft Common Engineering Criteria Scorecards: Project Server 2010 & SharePoint Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-06-03):
Always good to see lots of green! As of January 2010, all Microsoft server products comply with the common engineering criteria. The following scorecards report each server products compliance status for the established common engineering criteria: http://www.microsoft.com/cec/en/us/cec-scorecards.aspx?display=6 [Image] [Image] [Image]
Project Server 2010 with SharePoint Server 2010 Architecture
(Indexed 2010-06-02):
With the recent release of both Project Server and SharePoint Im seeing great interest from the SP community about PS 2010. So please find below an overview of what PS is and how it fits within a SP 2010 farm: Overview: Project Server 2010 with SharePoint Server 2010 Architecture that discusses the following: Microsoft Enterprise Project Management 2010 overview Project Server 2010 compatibility with SharePoint Server versions Installation considerations Service Application requirem...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Slides IT Pro, MVP, Demand Management, Ignite
(Indexed 2010-06-01):
I am happy to announce that the following slide decks are available for download. Please remember that ALL upcoming and past webcasts can be accessed here: http://www.microsoft.com/events/series/epm.aspx?tab=webcasts Project Server 2010 IT Professional Webcast Series slide presentations - PowerPoint slides for the Microsoft Project Server 2010 IT Professional Webcast Series training videos (held between March and May 2010) for IT-Professionals who deploy, configure, and maintain Project Serv...(truncated)...
How to Upgrade from Project Server 2007 To Project Server 2010 in 10min
(Indexed 2010-05-28):
Prepping for my TechEd presentations in less than two weeks (Microsoft Project Presence at Tech.Ed North America 2010), I worked on a presentation to demo how easy it is to upgrade from Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 to Microsoft Project Server 2010 (come to Rolly and Is session entitled Deploying and Upgrading to Microsoft Project Server 2010. I used the five sample databases (yes five: one SharePoint content, and four PWA instance databases) that we built for our core EPM 2007 demo virtu...(truncated)...
Get your copy of Planning, Deploying and Managing Microsoft Project Server 2010 at TechEd
(Indexed 2010-05-28):
As mentioned in this post Microsoft Project Presence at Tech.Ed North America 2010, I am very happy to announce that we will be giving away 300 copies of Rolly Perreaux, PMP, MVP, MCSE, MCT Planning, Deploying and Managing Microsoft Project Server 2010 at TechEd, yes a FREE book signed by its author at TechEd compliments on the Microsoft Project team! Abstract: This book is intended for Administrators, Systems Engineers, PMO Managers, Project Managers, Consultants and other people responsible f...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project and Project Server 2010 End User/Help Documentation
(Indexed 2010-05-27):
Following the virtual launch on May 12th of Project 2010 and thanks to Toney and Sonia from the Office Content Publishing team hard work please find below a recap of content available today to help use Project and Project Server 2010. In their words: We will continue adding videos to the Help content, and will be adding new Help topics. We welcome feedback on our Help content, and would love to read your comments and suggestions! Simply click one of the answers to the question at the bottom of ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Presence at Tech.Ed North America 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-25):
Please find below a summary of the Microsoft Project presence at the upcoming Microsoft tech.ed North America 2010 in New Orleans, June 7-10, 2010. Following the launch of Project 2010 two weeks ago this will be the first public event with the 2010 RTM version, so it will be an exciting event with great content, and presence. Plan to attend and see Project 2010 in action (point your manager to this page: Convince your boss)! See you in two weeks in New Orleans! Breakout & Interactive Sessions:...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 4 of 4): Test the Theory and Review Webcast on May 25th
(Indexed 2010-05-24):
Following this announcement: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management Webcast Series - Mark your Calendars!, a quick reminder that the second webcast is tomorrow morning with Javier Gonzlez PMP, MCP, ITIL Certified, Advisicon: Monday, May 25th, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada): Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 4 of 4): Test the Theory and Review. As a reminder also check out this recently published whitepaper on the subject of Demand Management: Microsoft Proj...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 3 of 4): Plan, Manage, and Close Phases Webcast on May 17th 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-17):
Following this announcement: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management Webcast Series - Mark your Calendars!, a quick reminder that the second webcast is tomorrow morning with Tim Cermak, Senior Portfolio Advisor, Advisicon and Manmeet Chaudhari, MVP: Monday, May 17th, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada): Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 3 of 4): Plan, Manage, and Close Phases. As a reminder also check out this recently published whitepaper on the subject of Deman...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 and Team Foundation Server 2010 Integration
(Indexed 2010-05-15):
Following the recent launch of Microsoft Project Professional/Standard and Project Server 2010 this week (along with Office, SharePoint and Visio) I wanted to provide a brief overview of Microsoft Project 2010 integration with Visual Studio Team System 2010 Team Foundation Server (TFS). First I recommend that you all read the 143 pages Microsoft Project Server 2010 Product Guide, it will give a great overview of whats in 2010 (including this topic) and hence why you should consider it as your so...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project Server 2010 Case Studies Great Stories!
(Indexed 2010-05-14):
Now that we have launched this week, plenty of Microsoft Project 2010 and Project Server 2010 customer evidence/ case studies has been released on http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies, check these out below, and more importantly go to: http://www.microsoft.com/project/en/us/customer-success.aspx, expect a lot more in the future! [Image] Amdocs, Software Engineering Firm Improves Workflow, Streamlines Project Management Amdocs, a global provider of customer experience systems, wanted t...(truncated)...
How to Migrate from Microsoft Project Server 2003 to Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-14):
As announced by Brian Smith on the Project Admin blog, we have great news for existing Project Server 2003 (and SharePoint 2003)customers, thanks to the recently released Virtual Migration Environment (VME): Project Server 2010: Migrating from Project Server 2003 -----> -----> :) [Image] [Image] [Image] Technorati Tags: Microsoft Project Server 2010,Microsoft Project Server 200...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 - A look at Demand Management - Whitepaper
(Indexed 2010-05-13):
I am very excited to announce the release of a 50 pages whitepaper written by Tim Cermak, PM, Advisicon and Manmeet Chaudhari, MVP, entitled Microsoft Project Server 2010, A look at Demand Management - http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff686781(office.14).aspx, Executive Summary below. In conjunction with this release I would like to remind everyone that we are delivering a four part webcast series describing the Demand Management concepts discussed in the whitepaper during the month of...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Online Recordings Are Live!
(Indexed 2010-05-12):
We are very happy to announce that along with the virtual launch of Microsoft Project 2010 today, the recordings of the Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite went live today: http://www.microsoft.com/project/en/us/quick-start-training.aspx Following the worldwide delivery of Ignite to about 900 attendees in 9 cities, Jan Kalis and myself recorded the event at Microsoft Studio last April. Topics discussed in this series are listed below; there is a total of 8.5 hours of valuable recording available at yo...(truncated)...
Ignition, 3, 2, 1 Microsoft Project 2010 Launch countdown has started
(Indexed 2010-05-11):
Less than 24 hours before the launch of Microsoft Project 2010 (Project Standard/Professional and Project Server 2010) along with Office 2010, SharePoint 2010 and Visio 2010 in New York City tomorrow: http://www.the2010event.com (by the way Ill be monitoring questions throughout the event along with other colleagues (Project 2010 Virtual Launch Event May 12th), so looking forward to giving you plenty of answers!). In the meantime ignition has started and key Microsoft Project 2010 assets has s...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 2 of 4): Create and Select Phases Webcast on May 11th 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-10):
Following this announcement: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management Webcast Series - Mark your Calendars!, a quick reminder that the second webcast is tomorrow morning with Tim Runcie, President, Advisicon: Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada): Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 2 of 4): Create and Select Phases Webcast Overview This is the second webcast in a four-part series in which we discuss the concepts of demand management in Microso...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 RTM Demo Virtual Machine is Ready for Download
(Indexed 2010-05-09):
Just got published this morning thanks to CJs hard work (SharePoint 2010 Demo and Eval VM (RTM edition)). In his words: Because we have moved to Windows server 2008 R2 there are some gotchas with evaluation periods etc so you MUST read the last section of the setup guide for details on how to deal with those. Please note that the Microsoft Project 2010 Demonstration and Evaluation Installation Pack that will contain all the Project Server PWA/data will be released next week. The content p...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Fireworks Next Week-#project2010 #join2010
(Indexed 2010-05-07):
Wondering about the following? when will the RTM version of the Project 2010 SDK is going live with extensive documentation and code samples when will the latest system requirements, installation procedure go live on TechNet when will the Project Professional 2010 and Project Server 2010 RTM Demo image content pack with an awesome demo scripts and plenty of fireworks around the new 2010 capabilities (did I hear there is a decomposition tree from PerformancePoint Services in the dashb...(truncated)...
I Wonder What These Two Blue Shirts are Talking About? #project2010 #join2010
(Indexed 2010-05-07):
Suspense In the meantime tweet the following and you might win: One copy of Office Professional 2010 One $150 shopping spree to the Microsoft online store One copy of Project 2010 Time to win! ReTweet "I want to #Join2010 http://bit.ly/VLE2010" for a chance to win some cool prizes! http://cot.ag/aM6U5L [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project 2010: Work management solutions for individuals, teams and enterprises May 12, 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-06):
Hear how Microsoft Project 2010 increases productivity through simple and intuitive user experiences, reduces costs and drives efficiency through unified project and portfolio management, and delivers a powerful work management platform through familiar and connected tools. The future of productivity is now playing. See it today at www.the2010event.com. Join the Project 2010 Live Questions and Answers on May 12th 2010: What: Project Server 2010 When: 2:30 pm 3:3...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Newsgroups transition to Forums
(Indexed 2010-05-05):
As announced today we will be transitioning newsgroups to forums in the coming months: Starting in early summer 2010, Microsoft will begin progressively closing down the Microsoft public newsgroups to enrich conversations in the rapidly-growing forum platform. This decision is in response to worldwide market trends and evolving customer needs. Microsoft continues to invest in forums to reduce customer effort, consolidate community venues and make it easier for active contributors to r...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Virtual Launch: the2010event Make Some Noise!
(Indexed 2010-05-04):
With one week left before the virtual launch of Microsoft Project Standard/Professional and Project Server 2010 (along with Office 2010, SharePoint 2010 and Visio 2010) on May 12th, we want all of you bloggers, MVPs, champions/evangelists, thought leaders and partners to spread the word about this upcoming event. the2010event (www.the2010event.com) summary: Join Live Keynote and Questions and Answers session View the Project 2010 sessions Join Project 2010 Live Questions and Answers s...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 1 of 4): Overview Webcast on May 4th 2010
(Indexed 2010-05-03):
Following this announcement: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management Webcast Series - Mark your Calendars!, a quick reminder that the series starts tomorrow morning with Tim Cermak, Senior Portfolio Advisor, Advisicon: Tuesday, May 04, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada): Project Server 2010 Demand Management (Part 1 of 4): Overview This is the first webcast in a four-part series in which we discuss the concepts of demand management in Microsoft Project Server 2010. I...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Download is Live on MSDN/TechNet
(Indexed 2010-05-03):
Live as of today (May 3rd, 2010), so get those download going and start deploying Project Server 2010! As announced last Friday Project Server 2010 is also live on Microsoft Volume Licensing: Standard and Project Server 2010 are ready for download on MSFT Volume Licensing Other key products that went live on MSDN and TechNet as well today: FAST Search Server 2010, Groove Server 2010, Search Server 2010, and SQL Server 2008 R2. Join us at www.the2010event.com to see how Project Server 2010, bu...(truncated)...
Use Project 2010 Timeline to Create PowerPoint Agenda Slides
(Indexed 2010-04-30):
While the tip of the day on my 2010 countdown widget is User-Controlled scheduling, another Project 2010 killer is the new timeline feature (see this post from more information: Project 2010: Introducing the Timeline View) Recently I have been using to produce PowerPoint agenda slides and Im very proud of it :) Take the MPP below this post (yes its in the new Project 2010 format) and modify tasks names and more importantly their duration to emphasize how much each section will take during your ...(truncated)...
Project 2010 Professional/Standard and Project Server 2010 are ready for download on MSFT Volume Licensing
(Indexed 2010-04-30):
Happy Friday and download :) Yes MSDN/TechNet is next http://www.microsoft.com/licensing/ [Image][Image]
Project 2010 (aka Project 14), 14 days before liftoff and beyond
(Indexed 2010-04-29):
While we are about less than 14 days before Microsoft Project 2010 liftoff according to my Countdown to 2010 Event widget. While Brian Smith is doing a fruit salad (see Project Server 2010- Things to note, and avoid, as you start the 2010 journey); always love the writing style and humor :) (I would add to his list: IE 7 or IE 8 ONLY are required for PWA, not to mention Excel 2007 or above to create sexy looking Excel Services dashboard, etc), and helping all our ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2007 April 2010 Cumulative Update is Here!
(Indexed 2010-04-28):
[cross post from Project Admin Blog: @April 2010 Cumulative Update (CU) for Project Server 2007, Office SharePoint Server 2007, WSS and Project 2007 now available!] and two more weeks before the 2010 launch :)[Image]
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Availability on MSDN and TechNet Subscribers Download, its coming!
(Indexed 2010-04-28):
Following this recent announcement Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Visio 2010, and Project 2010 RTM are available for download to MSDN and TechNet Subscribers, I have seen a lot of requests for our favorite product: Microsoft Project Server 2010, when will it become available for download on MSDN/TechNet (as well as when will Fast Search Server for SharePoint, Search Server or Groove Server be available as well)?? To optimize server distribution capacity, the plan was to make them available on May...(truncated)...
Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Visio 2010, and Project 2010 RTM are available for download to MSDN and TechNet Subscribers
(Indexed 2010-04-22):
My favorite picture today :) Yes you need to be either a MSDN or TechNet paid subscriber to access these. Yes Project Server 2010 is missing, stay tune for more information, in the meantime start deploying SharePoint Server 2010, Office Professional 2010 and Project Professional 2010 in your favorite language. Last but not least please read the MSDN/TechNet Software Use Rights prior to any install. Available languages (more info here) Arabic Chinese ...(truncated)...
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 is RTM
(Indexed 2010-04-21):
[cross post @Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 is RTM] Exciting times at Microsoft, after Visual Studio 2010 and Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Project 2010, Project Server 2010, SQL 2008 R2 is RTM (press release: Microsoft Kicks Off Worldwide Launch of SQL Server 2008 R2). [Image][Image]
ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management Webcast Series - Mark your Calendars!
(Indexed 2010-04-20):
We are happy to announce the upcoming Microsoft Project Server 2010 Demand Management four webcast series targeted at end users during May 2010. These webcasts will introduce the concepts of Demand Management; explain the framework for the project/program phases of plan, manage, and close, and explain how to integrate information paths and strategic objectives; and provide use-case examples that showcase the enterprise-wide benefits Demand Management feature in Microsoft Project Server 2010. On ...(truncated)...
Pre-order Microsoft Project Professional 2010
(Indexed 2010-04-18):
Now that Office 2010, Project 2010, and SharePoint 2001 have RTMed (Microsoft Project 2010 and Project Server 2010 Have RTM) time to pre-order your favorite desktop application :) [Image] http://store.microsoft.com/microsoft/Project-Professional-20...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 and Project Server 2010 Have RTM
(Indexed 2010-04-16):
Following the broad Office 2010 announcement: Office 2010 Reaches RTM! yes Microsoft Project 2010 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 have RTMed (along with Office, SharePoint and Visio)! Signup for our virtual launch event in less than a month on May 12th. For information here: Microsoft Project 2010 Resources and Content April 2010 RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is the final engineering milestone of our product development cycle, and is a significant achievement for all of us. We could not ...(truncated)...
Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2
(Indexed 2010-04-15):
As announced today Free ebook: Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2, a must read for all partners and customers out there. This upcoming release of SQL will definitely bring value to the EPM farms out there. Some quotes from the book to wet your appetite an will make you want to seriously consider SQL 2008 R2 for your future Project Server 2010 and SharePoint Server 2010 deployments: Because this version is Release 2 (R2) of SQL Server 2008, you might think the changes are relatively mi...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Resources and Content April 2010
(Indexed 2010-04-14):
With the imminent virtual launch of Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Project and Project Server 2010 on May 12th (http://www.the2010event.com) we wanted to remind you what key Project 2010 resources are available today depending on your role (Business Decision Maker, end user, IT Professionals, Developers etc) A popular medium for this release are interactive content such as videos and webcasts (see the two links below). For instance today you have access to: All the recorded sessions from th...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 - Preparing for Launch in 30 Days
(Indexed 2010-04-13):
With the upcoming virtual launch of Microsoft Project Professional 2010 and Project Server 2010 (and Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010!) in exactly one month on May 12th (http://www.the2010event.com) a few reminders on key resources to help you prepare for this exiting new release. Plan ahead, Project 2010 is around the corner! Product information Main product site: http://www.microsoft.com/project Project Team Blog: http://blogs.msdn.com/project Interactive content - Videos & Sessions ...(truncated)...
Developers, Developers, Developers and Microsoft Project 2010
(Indexed 2010-04-13):
Check out this recent announcement from Jan: http://blogs.msdn.com/project_programmability/archive/2010/0...(truncated)... Perfect series to get ready for Project Professional 2010 and Project Server 2010 and learn its extensibility.[Image]
Project Server 2010 Timesheet Custom Fields
(Indexed 2010-04-06):
While finishing up making the last update to the Project Server 2010 Ignite slides and in particular the timesheet deck, I tested the Project Server 2010 Timesheet custom fields feature on a recent built and it works like a charm as shown below. At a high level this feature enables users to track additional information at the timesheet line level for every period, for instance a Task Health indicator. High level step by step to test this out: Create a lookup table and task custom field ...(truncated)...
Welcome to Two Newly Nominated Microsoft Project MVP Alex and Vincent
(Indexed 2010-04-03):
Please welcome Alexander Burton (Australia) and Vincent Capitaine (France) to the Project MVP community! We you look at the contribution they have done to the EPM community it was a very easy decision to make. In their own words (yes each have a blog you should subscribe to!): On cloud nine. Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) Project !! Great start for a very very exiting month as Project Server 2010 and Project Professional 2010 will RTM this month. As mentioned before we ar...(truncated)...
Who Doesnt Manage Projects? Microsoft Project 2010 Expands Appeal
(Indexed 2010-04-01):
Perfect read for today :) To most people, Microsoft Project is only for project management pros. Project 2010, which will ship with Microsoft Office 2010, aims to erase that perception and appeal to millions of Office users worldwide. http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2010/apr10/04-01...(truncated)...
2010 Microsoft EPM Partner of the Year Award
(Indexed 2010-04-01):
Dear EPM partners worldwide Im sure you have subscribed to Dougs blog already so hopefully this is no news :) Microsoft Enterprise Project Management Partner of the Year Award submission deadline extend to the 9th During our worldwide EPM tour we have seen lots of talent everywhere so dont be shy! More info. here as well: http://blogs.technet.com/doug_mccutcheon/archive/2010/03/19/...(truncated)... [Image][Image]
Project Server 2010 Webcast: Managing the Project Life Cycle with Demand Management
(Indexed 2010-03-30):
Another Project Server 2010 must see webcast on Wednesday morning, March 31, 2010 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada): Managing the Project Life Cycle with Demand Management Demand Management, a new feature in Microsoft Project Server 2010, captures work proposals in one place and takes them through a multi-stage governance process using a SharePoint workflow model. In this presentation, we provide an overview of Demand Management and its importance in managing project life cycles, and we exp...(truncated)...
Key Microsoft Project Recent Posts March 2010
(Indexed 2010-03-27):
Been busy lately but wanted to remind all that a lot of valuable posts have been made by my Microsoft colleagues recently. First as a reminder you should all subscribe to the following blogs/rss feeds with no exception: http://blogs.msdn.com/project http://blogs.msdn.com/project_programmability http://blogs.technet.com/projectadministration http://blogs.msdn.com/brismith http://blogs.technet.com/doug_mccutcheon Now the MUST read topics in no particular order, happy readiness !...(truncated)...
Project Server 2010 - Architecture, Sizing, and Capacity Webcast
(Indexed 2010-03-24):
Following this announcement at the beginning of the month: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 IT Professional TechNet Webcast Series, dont miss out tomorrow to learn from the very best consultant on the subject:Michael Jordan, How to Architect, Size and Plan your Project Server 2010 Farm. Live at a browser near you starting at 8:30 Pacific Time (Seattle time!): https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?...(truncated)... If you missed it, check this first webcast on the s...(truncated)...
ANNOUNCING Project 2010 Ignite Video Interviews - I'm 2010 Ready, Are you?
(Indexed 2010-03-13):
Following the Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Worldwide tour, we did a series of interviews from attendees (customers, partners, MVPs and Microsoft employees) in France, Brazil, Singapore and Australia. Please find below links to about 100 interviews (3min each on average) from attendees and their thoughts about 2010, in multiple languages. Its great to see the excitement around Project 2010 across the globe! There is one last delivery of Project 2010 Ignite next week in Seattle if you are inter...(truncated)...
Learn French and Project 2010 at the Same Time!
(Indexed 2010-03-12):
Dear Francophile around the globe check out this great series of recordings from my ex colleagues from Microsoft France, MVP and partners on Microsoft Project 2010: Les webcasts des TechDays 2010 sont disponibles !!!![Image]
Microsoft Project 2010: Project Server Stress Testing
(Indexed 2010-03-11):
Following Mike Shughrue webcast this morning entitled: Project Server 2010 Performance Part 1: Setup, Test Execution, and Results (more webcast to come so book your calendar: ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 IT Professional TechNet Webcast Series), we now have a new set of tools to test Project Server 2010 on MSDN Code Gallery: Microsoft Project 2010: Project Server Stress Testing Using that toolset I was able to quickly populate a blank PWA site and more importantly perform a series o...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Timesheet and Statusing Resources
(Indexed 2010-03-09):
I have been getting a few question about Timesheet/Statusing in Microsoft Project Server 2010 so please find a recap of available resources we have released so far. Feedbacks I have received worldwide while presenting this subject at Project 2010 Ignite has been extremely positive; enhancements such as single-entry mode, richer user interface (Excel like), delegation and last but not least extensible! As usual we are still in Beta so expect more resources on that topic once the product is releas...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Presence at TechEd North America 2010
(Indexed 2010-03-08):
Im exited to announce the following Microsoft Project Server 2010 presence at TechEd 2010 in New Orleans from June 7-10. It will be an exciting event since we will have released 2010 then (Project 2010 and SharePoint 2010 are on schedule and will release to manufacturing (RTM) in April) Breakout Session (speaker) Deploying and Upgrading to Microsoft Project Server 2010 (Michael Jordan) Microsoft Project and Project Server 2010 Overview (Christophe Fie...(truncated)...
Last Chance to Get Project 2010 Ignited!
(Indexed 2010-03-08):
Dear Customers/Partners, etc quick reminder that you have one last chance to attend the Project 2010 Ignite free training in Seattle next week: Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite US Training Location and Dates in March 2010 (register and attend!) Just got back from delivering the content last week in Reston, Virginia and again all attendees were extremely pleased with the event and the learning experience. A great way to know whats coming since the new version of Microsoft Project is just around the...(truncated)...
Project 2010 and SharePoint 2010 are on schedule and will release to manufacturing (RTM) in April
(Indexed 2010-03-06):
Key announcement today on the Microsoft Office 2010 Engineering blog: Get Office for Today or Tomorrow In addition to the Office 2010 Technology Guarantee, were excited to confirm that Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Visio 2010 and Project 2010 are on schedule and will release to manufacturing (RTM) next month. For businesses, we will launch the 2010 set of products, including Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Visio 2010, and Project 2010 worldwide on May 12. To find out more about the Worldwi...(truncated)...
ANNOUNCING Microsoft Project Server 2010 IT Professional TechNet Webcast Series
(Indexed 2010-03-03):
We are happy to announce the upcoming Microsoft Project Server 2010 webcast series targeted at IT Professionals between March and May 2010. This webcast series will provide Microsoft Project Server 2010 deployment guidance and best practices. The webcasts will be delivered by Microsoft Consulting Services expert EPM consultants that have been actively involved with customers deploying Project Server 2010 in production. [Image] Title Date/Time Description ...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the February 2010 Cumulative Update for Project, Project Server and SharePoint 2007
(Indexed 2010-02-27):
As announced on the Project Admin Blog: February 2010 Cumulative Update (CU) for Project Server 2007, Office SharePoint Server 2007, WSS and Project 2007 now available! Please note that there was also a CU for PPS: Description of the Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 Cumulative Update server hotfix package (Pps2007-x-none.msp): February 23, 2010 - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/978390/ Following a two month cycle, next Cumulative Update is due at the end of April 2010.[Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Overview at SharePoint User Group of Washington DC
(Indexed 2010-02-25):
I will be giving a Project 2010 Overviews at the SUGDC (SharePoint User Group of Washington DC) next Thursday evening: http://www.sugdc.org/Events/Meetings/tabid/57/Default.aspx [Image] If you are are a SharePoint partner of Project/EPM partner I look forward to see you in Reston for the Project 2010 Ignite training next week (free training in Reston VA so register if you have not done so already!)[Image]
Experience Microsoft Project Server 2010 in your Browser!
(Indexed 2010-02-25):
As announced by my colleague Jan: Project 2010 Beta Virtual Lab is available as hosted experience in your browser! [Image] Hosted Virtual Lab This Virtual Lab is the same version of the below downloadable image, but available as hosted experience directly in your Internet Explorer. Please click here to proceed. Please pay close attention to System Requirements especially if you are in a corporate environment behind firewall! Download (requires 64bit OS and Hyper-v) Download incl...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Development Group Uses Its Own Product to Manage Development
(Indexed 2010-02-24):
The first official case study on Project Server 2010; how the Project team used Microsoft Project 2010 to develop 2010! Expect a lot more in the coming months: http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Case_Study_Detail.aspx?...(truncated)... The Microsoft Project Development Group, which develops project management solutions for the global software company, needed to manage the complex development effort for its new product, Microsoft Project 2010. The group decided to use prerelease versions of...(truncated)...
Australia is Microsoft Project 2010 Ready!
(Indexed 2010-02-11):
Jan Kalis and I just finished delivering the three day Project 2010 Ignite training in Sydney, Australia yesterday: what a three day marathon! We are impressed by the maturity of the audience, the quality and depth of the questions, the enthusiasm around the product and last but not least your hospitality. We truly enjoyed it! As mentioned in the conclusion it was a real pleasure to finally meet the locals from down under. We can proudly say: Australia is Project 2010 Ready! (and have plenty of ...(truncated)...
Upcoming Microsoft Project 2010 Webcast February 2010
(Indexed 2010-02-09):
Book your calendar for February, lots of great Project 2010 content delivered by our top MVPs worldwide! Webcasts http://www.microsoft.com/events/series/epm.aspx?tab=webcasts Podcasts http://www.microsoft.com/events/series/epm.aspx?tab=podcasts...(truncated)... [Image] Title Date/Time Description Presenter Project Professional 2010 and SharePoint Server 2010 Better Together 2/18/2010 Attend this webcast to discover how y...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Video Content February 2010
(Indexed 2010-02-03):
Since the release of Public Beta last November a lot of Microsoft Project 2010 content and in particular videos have been made available free of charge!To assist with the discoverability of these Project 2010 video assets I have a compiled the attached spreadsheet (below and bottom of post), it mainly contains links to each of the Project Conference 2009 recorded breakout session and the recently started Project 2010 webcasts series. The attached list contains about 95 videos equivalent to about...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Training Slides
(Indexed 2010-02-02):
We are very happy to announce the availability of the Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite beta training slides on Microsofts download site: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff358349(office.14).aspx The downloadable file contains the following eleven presentations that are used in the three-day training course delivered worldwide: Project 2010 Ignite Introduction Project 2010 Overview Project 2010 Planning, Design, and Deployment Project 2010 Upgrade and Migration Project 201...(truncated)...
Why SharePoint 2010 Developer Dashboard Is For All IT Professionals :)
(Indexed 2010-01-29):
Ever heard of this great new feature of SharePoint 2010: Developer Dashboard (DD)? Bill Baer did a great post last year introducing its capability: Welcome to the Developer Dashboard. I personally think the name could be misleading and that you might think its only for Developers and folks that add custom webpart on a SharePoint site; well I think even in an out of the box site, DD could help any farm administrator, IT Professional get a an understanding why a page is taking a specific amount of...(truncated)...
Join the Microsoft Project MVP Community!
(Indexed 2010-01-28):
After attending multiple events recently: Project Conference 2009 in Phoenix - September, SharePoint Conference in Las Vegas -October, TechEd EMEA in Berlin - November; as well as delivering Project 2010 Ignite in Europe and Latin America; my colleague Jan Kalis and myself have realized there are a lot of un-recognized Microsoft Project/Project Server/Portfolio Server expertise and passion worldwide and we would like that talent to be recognized hence we would like you to become a MVP (nominatio...(truncated)...
Integrating Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 White Paper
(Indexed 2010-01-27):
Happy to announce the recently released white paper: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 White Paper: Integrating Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007This white paper describes how to integrate Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 so that you can use the features of both programs to manage your projects. Overview By integrating the Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Project accounting module with Office Project Server 2007, you can draw on featu...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project RSS Feeds January 2010
(Indexed 2010-01-26):
Following this post last May 2009: My Favorite Microsoft Project RSS Feeds, my please below an OPML file with the latest Project related RSS feeds I read everyday (see these instructions for instance to import OMPL in IE http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Import-and-...(truncated)... Its great to see increase in content in the past 9 months! If I have missed anyones blog that contains Microsoft Project content please let me know and I will gladly publish an updated list next time.(...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010 System Requirements
(Indexed 2010-01-23):
Two recent must read posts from both the SharePoint and Office teams to better prepare your 2010 server and desktop requirements. The release is around the corner so ensure you are 2010 ready! SharePoint Team: Operating System Requirements of SharePoint 2010 Microsoft Office 2010 Engineering Office 2010 System Requirements As a reminded the following exists today on TechNet: Determine hardware and software requirements (Project Server 2010). (includes Project Professional 2010 and Proje...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Loves Excel Web App and Excel Services!
(Indexed 2010-01-19):
This is a great topic I was planning to write on for a while and now that the Excel team has officially done a great series of posts on the topic, I figured its time to give my 2 cents. Again if you have never heard of Web App and in particular Excel please read these few recent posts: http://blogs.msdn.com/excel/ Excel Web App 2010 Overview Editing in Excel Web App Part I Editing in Excel Web App Part II Project 2010: Business Intelligence Overview Microsoft Project 2010 Welco...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the Microsoft Project 2010 Beta Demo Image
(Indexed 2010-01-18):
As Doug mentioned it just got released today, its all based on the Public Beta (B2): Microsoft Project 2010 Beta Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Solution demo image now available for download Happy download (10GB compressed) and Project 2010 demos! Partners & Customers - Instructions on how to download the Microsoft Project 2010 EPM Solution demo image, installation instructions and associated presenters script by sending an email to the Proj2010@microsoft.com alias. Please note that this...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Welcomes Project Web App!
(Indexed 2010-01-15):
As announced on the main project blog Project Web Access (PWA) now becomes Project Web App: PWA now stands for Project Web App. For more information on what is a web app, check out the definition from Wikipedia: Web Application: A sneak peak of the new name in a recent Project Server 2010 build: [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Forums
(Indexed 2010-01-12):
In case you did not know we have a number of Forums for Project 2010 as listed below. These Forums are monitored by product experts from Microsoft and MVPs so dont be shy and ask all your 2010 questions there. Its great to see the feedback so far. Project Server 2010 Project Server 2010 General Questions and Answers General questions, comments and discussions on Project Server 2010. Project Server 2010 - Setup, Upgrade, Administration and Operation Discuss setup, upgrade & migration, admini...(truncated)...
New Microsoft Consulting Services Project Server Blog
(Indexed 2010-01-09):
Im very happy to announce another great blog to the EPM world: http://blogs.msdn.com/wwepmcoe/ contributors for this blog are experts from Microsoft Consulting Services (EPM Center of Excellence) that have been doing hundreds/thousands of deployment since Project Server came out! You will recognize some familiar names Im sure. In the meantime add it to your favorite EPM RSS feeds and learn from the experts; check out this recent post for instance: Project Server 2010 coexisting in SharePoint Ser...(truncated)...
How to Project 2010: Edit Project Custom Fields in PWA
(Indexed 2010-01-08):
Recently got this question on the Project Server 2010 Forums: How can I edit Project custom fields (CF) in Project Web Access?Before I give you the answer let me remind everyone that you can do so using Project Professional 2010.So lets assume I have created three Project CF, we will leverage the new Project Detail Pages (PDP) capability to create a custom page and will add a web part that will enable editing these fields:The three newly created CF (Server Settings > Enterprise Data > Enterprise...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project Server 2007 Books
(Indexed 2010-01-07):
18 months ago I wrote this post: Microsoft Project Server 2007 Books, please find an official TechNet site with the latest inventory of Project Server 2007 books as well as books of other Office products: Office IT Pro Bookstore [Image][Image]
Business Intelligence and Microsoft Project Server 2010
(Indexed 2010-01-06):
Timely subject with the following resources recently released on the topic; check out the following to learn more about it: Project Server 2010 Project and Portfolio Management Reporting - webcast in 90min Project 2010: Business Intelligence Overview product group blog post Business Intelligence Resource Center for SharePoint Server 2010 all up BI resource center for SharePoint 2010 Getting started with business intelligence in SharePoint Server 2010 must see diagram that shows ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 webcasts in January
(Indexed 2010-01-05):
Quick reminder that the following Project 2010 webcasts will be delivered by Project MVPs this month, starting tomorrow (audiences are end user, IT Professionals and Developers). To view all EPM recorded webcasts/podcasts go to the following: http://www.microsoft.com/events/series/epm.aspx [Image] Tittle Date/Time Description Presenter Project Server 2010 Project and Portfolio Management Reporting Wednesday, Ja...(truncated)...
Happy New Microsoft Project 2010 Year
(Indexed 2010-01-04):
Since its that time of the year, I received this great email from a Brazilian partner: Prosperi using Microsoft Project Professional 2010 due out soon! Original use of the new timeline capability of the product. [Image][Image]
Dear Microsoft Project Community Happy Holidays/Merry Christmas/Happy New Year!
(Indexed 2009-12-23):
Dear Microsoft Project/EPM Community I wish you all a great break and lots of great non-epm time :) I see working with EPM as a marathon so here is a picture of a recent one I did (Portland last October), yes spectators cheered someone called EPM 2010! [Image]After some rest in the next two weeks I look forward to an exiting 2010 year with a very exiting release in the pipe!For those of you that I have not met yet, here is a recent video shot before the last Project Conference in September where...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 and PowerShell
(Indexed 2009-12-23):
In case you have not heard SharePoint 2010 and Project Server 2010 will support PowerShell and hence will ship with a library of already about 650 commands. Please find below a few examples I wrote trying to automate Project Service Application creation. One useful commands to get started: Get-Help *project* (lists all cmdlet that contains the word project) [Image] As usual we will release Project Server 2010 PowerShell documentations by RTM on TechNet. One of the great thing about PowerShel...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview and Public Beta Expiration Date
(Indexed 2009-12-23):
Following these two releases of Project 2010 Announcing Microsoft Project 2010, Project Server 2010 Public Beta Availability (Beta 2)and Announcing Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview (Beta 1) I am sure you all have been actively deploying and testing this great upcoming release. By the way if you are still running Tech Preview time to upgrade to Public Beta which is a lot more stable. As a reminder both versions will expire on October 31, 2010 (this also applies to SharePoint 2010)[Image...(truncated)...
Free Microsoft Project 2010 Training in Singapore and Sydney in February 2010
(Indexed 2009-12-22):
As announced last September: Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training we will be delivering free (yes there are no registration fee associated with this event!!) Microsoft Project 2010 training at the upcoming two locations in Asia/Pacific region in February, as part of the Project 2010 Ignite readiness program: Singapore February 2, 3, 4 2010 Sydney, AUS February 9, 10, 11 2010 So far the feedback from attendees in both Europe and rece...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Overview PowerPoint Deck
(Indexed 2009-12-22):
Following our two sessions on Microsoft Project 2010 at the last TechEd in Europe (Berlin, Germany): Microsoft Project 2010 Session at Tech Ed Europe 2009 please find here (SkyDrive location) the two decks used. Microsoft Project 2010 Overview - OFS214 This session provides an overview of the key investment areas and capabilities of Project Server 2010 and Project Professional 2010, including demand management, portfolio analysis, time tracking, and reporting. ...(truncated)...
New Book - Strategic Project Portfolio Management: Enabling a Productive Organization
(Indexed 2009-12-21):
Simon Moore, product planner for Microsoft's Enterprise Project Management, published recently this great book: Strategic Project Portfolio Management: Enabling a Productive Organization (Microsoft Executive Leadership Series) A great read for the holidays and in preparation for Project Server 2010 and its out of the box portfolio strategy capabilities: Practical and filled with expert advice, Strategic Project Portfolio Management: Enabling a Productive Organiza...(truncated)...
How to report across multiple SharePoint lists? i-PMO SharePoint Data Miner to the rescue
(Indexed 2009-12-19):
Exactly a year ago while stuck at home during a Seattle snowstorm I wrote this post How to report Project Risks at a Program Level? Basically the need is: how can you easily create a report that aggregate multiple SharePoint lists (typically Issues and Risks in the Project Server world but not only if you have created custom lists in your Project Workspaces)? My solution was hardcore, not flexible and not easy to administer. Well, it must be Christmas very soon because i-PMO from down under Aus...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the December 2009 Cumulative Update for Project, Project Server and SharePoint 2007
(Indexed 2009-12-16):
The December 2009 Cumulative Update was released today: Project Server 2007 - KB 977028 - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/977028 Project Professional 2007 KB 977266 - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/977266 SharePoint Server 2007 KB 977023 - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/977023 Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 KB 977022 - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/977022 Check out the following TechNet resources for deployment guidance: Deploy cumulative updates (Project Server 2007)[Imag...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Webcasts This Week
(Indexed 2009-12-15):
Quick reminder, we have a few important Microsoft Project 2010/2007 webcasts this week (all free of charge :)), mark your calendar and attend: Title Date/Time Description Presenter Overview of Microsoft Project Server 2010 for IT Professionals Tuesday, December 15, 2009 8:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada) In this webcast, we provide an overview of Microsoft Project Server 2010 features, requirements, and deployment considerations th...(truncated)...
New MSDN Article: Using Project Server Security in SQL Server Reporting Services
(Indexed 2009-12-10):
Excellent newly published article from Stephen Sanderlin, MVP, MSProjectExperts on MSDN about reporting: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee862408.aspx Although Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 includes reporting functionality, many customers want to expand or customize their business intelligence experience beyond the default capabilities. It is not surprising that users often choose Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services (SSRS) because of its rich feature set and ability t...(truncated)...
Five Essential Resources for Microsoft Licensing
(Indexed 2009-12-10):
During the worldwide Project 2010 Ignite Tour, we have been getting a lot of questions about licensing. While the details of pricing and licensing of our next wave of products have not been disclosed yet, this article recently published in Directions on Microsoft is a great reminder on how Microsoft licensing works: Five Essential Resources for Microsoft Licensing Expertise in Microsoft licensing requires, besides an extraordinary appetite for detail and fine print, knowing where the rules l...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 upcoming webcasts : book your calendars!
(Indexed 2009-12-04):
We are happy to announce the following upcoming webcasts on Project and Project Server 2010. These webcasts will be delivered by members of the product group and Project MVPs. Expect other webcasts in the coming months. [Image] Tittle Description Presenter Date/Time Overview of Microsoft Project Server 2010 for IT Professionals In this webcast, we provide an overview of Microsoft Project Server 2010 features, r...(truncated)...
New Microsoft Project Server Blog: The Admin Blog
(Indexed 2009-12-04):
As announced by Brian Smith: Project 2007 and 2010: A New Blog on the Block but familiar authors and by Heather OCull: Calling all Admins Theres a New Blog for You; we have launched a new blog targeted at Project Server Admins with the intent to: Helping you manage your Microsoft Project Server Instance Brian wrote: Treb Gatte will be the primary blogger, but some of the kind of postings that have come from me and Christophe will in the future be posted via the Project Admin site. Ill be...(truncated)...
Using Microsoft Project Server 2010 To Learn a Foreign Language!
(Indexed 2009-12-03):
As mentioned earlier this week: 2010 Server Language Packs for SharePoint Server 2010 Beta, Project Server 2010 Beta, and Search Server Express 2010 Beta Language Packs are now available for Public Beta. As Doug mentioned we also want to hear your feedback on the localized versions of Project 2010: Help us test the translations I have just installed all of them in my favorite Ignite Demo Image and it works like a charm (see below the different menus to do Portfolio Analysis in 2010), a great wa...(truncated)...
Volume Activation for Microsoft Project Professional 2010
(Indexed 2009-12-02):
Hello in case you did not know Office 2010 and hence Microsoft Project 2010 is using a new activation method in the next 2010 release due out next year. As mentioned on TechNet Volume Activation site for Office 2010: Microsoft Office 2010 uses the same volume activation technology as Windows 7 and Windows Vista. If you have already set up a Key Management Service (KMS) host to activate Windows, you can use the same host to activate Office 2010 after a few steps. Start ramping up on MAK and...(truncated)...
2010 Server Language Packs for SharePoint Server 2010 Beta, Project Server 2010 Beta, and Search Server Express 2010 Beta
(Indexed 2009-12-02):
Ready for download as of today: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=...(truncated)... comes in German, French, English, Spanish, Japanese, Russian and Chinese flavors![Image]
How to Create a New Project Server 2010 Site Template
(Indexed 2009-12-01):
Hello for those of you that have downloaded and installed Project Server 2010 Public Beta (Announcing Microsoft Project 2010, Project Server 2010 Public Beta Availability), please find below the step by step on how to create a custom project workspace site template that could be associated with a Project Type during project initiation: Create New Site (Site Actions | New Site | Select Microsoft Project Workspace type) Customize look and feel of new site, go to Edit Page (check out the new...(truncated)...
Are you Microsoft Project 2010 IT Professional Ready?
(Indexed 2009-11-29):
Want to learn whats new for IT Professionals in Project 2010, check out this 11min video Jan Kalis and I recorded during TechEd Europe in Berlin two weeks ago: [Image] Also check out this equivalent video targeted at Developers: Are you Project 2010 Developer ready? [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite US Training Location and Dates in March 2010
(Indexed 2009-11-25):
I am happy to announce the dates and locations of the last two Project 2010 Ignite events (Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training) in the US in March 2010, register early since seating will be limited! March 3-5, Reston, Virginia March 17-19, Seattle, WA Detailed agenda and registration information can be found here. [Image] We have had great feedback from all attendees so far in Europe, and look forward to get a lot more attendees ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Key Documents
(Indexed 2009-11-23):
With the release of Project 2010 Public Beta last week a few key documents were released as well that will help you better understand whats new with Project Professional 2010 and Project Server 2010: Project Professional 2010 Project Server 2010 Whats New What's New Edition Comparison Version Comparison Videos Videos Project 2010 Reference: Software Development Kit [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project Conference 2009 Session Recordings / Videos
(Indexed 2009-11-19):
Hello, in case you did not attend the Project Conference last September 2009, all the sessions recording are now available free of charge here: http://www.microsoft.com/video Search using terms like Project 2010: http://www.microsoft.com/video/en/us/search?phrase=project%202010 or this to find out about Project Server 2007 best practices and partner solutions for instance: http://www.microsoft.com/video/en/us/search?phrase=project%202007 An please remember that 2010 is available to ALL as of ...(truncated)...
Announcing Microsoft Project 2010, Project Server 2010 Public Beta Availability
(Indexed 2009-11-19):
Bonjour, in case you missed it, Microsoft Project Professional 2010 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 are all available for download as part of the 2010 Public Beta availability (alongside SharePoint 2010 and Office 2010 applications): http://www.microsoft.com/project/2010 Public Beta is available for the following languages: Chinese (Simplified), English, French, German, Japanese, Russian and Spanish [Image] [Image] 239 MB [Image] [Image] ...(truncated)...
Must Read SharePoint guidance for SQL Server database administrators
(Indexed 2009-11-05):
The following white paper was published last week on TechNet: SharePoint guidance for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database administrators Why a must read? Well in case you did not know all your data gets stored in a SQL database at the end of the day :) and typically this is the bottleneck in your farm architecture, hence its key to follow best practices and guidelines to ensure optimal performance, not to mention that SharePoint 2010 will require a lot more databases due to the new Service Appli...(truncated)...
Estas listo para Project 2010? Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite en Mxico.
(Indexed 2009-11-04):
En das anteriores, les habamos anunciado una serie de capacitaciones presenciales, tcnicas y de ventas, en Microsoft Project 2010. (Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training). Todava estas a tiempo para registrarte, pero recuerda que hay un cupo limitado y los espacios se estn llenado muy rpido. No dejes pasar esta excelente y gratuita J oportunidad de capacitacin donde podrs conocer las mejoras y las nuevas funcionalidades de los productos, tale...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Must Read Blog Posts
(Indexed 2009-11-03):
Hello in case you have missed them the Project engineering team (yes from Redmond) has started a series of blog posts on the key new features/capabilities of Microsoft Project 2010. The series started with desktop enhancements and is now in full gear with server based enhancements. All are MUST read posts so get a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage and learn about Project 2010: Project 2010: Introducing Web Based Project Editing Project 2010: Introducing User-Controlled Scheduling ...(truncated)...
SharePoint and Project Server ULS Viewer Tool Released
(Indexed 2009-10-30):
Just saw this tool reading this post: UlsViewer released Available on MSDN Code Gallery: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/ULSViewer This rocks! written and tested by the best office developers, will help you troubleshoot your 2007 and 2010 farms! ULSViewer allows users to open a ULS log file and display its contents in a user friendly format. Users can then perform advanced functions such as filtering, sorting, highlighting, loading logs, appending logs, etc in order to single out the data that...(truncated)...
ANNOUNCING the launch of Project 2010 technical resource centers at TechNet and MSDN and Forums!
(Indexed 2009-10-29):
We are pleased to announce the availability of the following Microsoft Project 2010 technical resources, save these bookmarks! TechNet Project 2010 TechCenter At http://technet.microsoft.com/projectserver/default.aspx the following areas are covered for IT Professionals: Planning, Deploying and Operating Project 2010 Environment, including Project 2010 hardware and software requirements and deployment guidance Upgrade and Migrating to Project 2010 through a brand new Upgrade and migrat...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the Microsoft Project and Project Server 2007 October 2009 Cumulative Update
(Indexed 2009-10-29):
Same guidance, resources and best practices as this: Announcing the release of the Microsoft Project and Project Server 2007 August Cumulative Update Title ID KB Url Description of the Project 2007 hotfix package: October 27, 2009 975923 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/975923 Description of the Project Server 2007 hotfix package: October 27, 2009 974990 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/974990 ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Session at Tech Ed Europe 2009
(Indexed 2009-10-24):
Please find below the list of Project 2010 sessions we will be delivering at Tech Ed Europe 2009 in Berlin in November. We will also have a Microsoft Project 2010 booth staffed by product experts in the Microsoft Product Pavilion so please drop by and ask plenty of questions! Session Description Code Speaker Date/Location Microsoft Project 2010 Overview This session provides an overview of the key investment areas and capabilities ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2007 Performance and Capacity Planning Best Practices Whitepaper
(Indexed 2009-10-23):
I am pleased to announce the release of a white paper written by Michael Jordan, Lead Architect from Microsoft Consulting Services entitled: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Performance and Capacity Planning Best Practices This is a great asset for all customers and partners to ensure they are following deployment best practices to guarantee optimal performance, it is based on best practices learned from hundreds of Project Server 20007 customers engagements as well as scalability labs. P...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2010 Hardware and Software Requirements
(Indexed 2009-10-21):
Its now officially on TechNet for SharePoint and since Project Server 2010 is built on SharePoint Server 2010 the same requirements applies: Determine hardware and software requirements (SharePoint Server 2010)[Image][Image]
Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Official Disclosure: Hello World!
(Indexed 2009-10-19):
Tons of announcements and disclosure at the SharePoint Conference 2009 this morning during Steve Ballmers and Jeff Tepers keynote. Its super exciting to have Project Server 2010 built on top of SharePoint Server 2010 and be able to leverage all its new and enhanced capabilities! [Image] Some quick highlights (more to come :)): Public Beta will be available in November, yes that includes SharePoint Server, SharePoint Foundation, all Office 2010 desktop applications and Project Professional ...(truncated)...
Are You Project 2010 Ready? Paris Ignite Training in November
(Indexed 2009-10-15):
Following this recent post: Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training spaces for the upcoming European training locations are filling up fast so register now. Our second location will be in Paris, France and specifically the training will be help at this Parisian hotel: Hotel Concorde la Fayette - 3, Place du Gnral Knig | 75017 Paris | France, http://www.concorde-lafayette.com/en/ Jan Kalis Doug McCutcheon and myself look forward to see you there...(truncated)...
Are You Project 2010 Ready? Prague Ignite Training in November
(Indexed 2009-10-14):
Following this recent post: Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training spaces for the upcoming European training locations are filling up fast so register now. Our first location will be the Czech Republic, Prague, and specifically the training will be help at the local Microsoft office, more information on this site for directions and accommodations: http://www.microsoft.com/cze/mscorp/englishinfo.mspx Jan Kalis (amazing picture from him below), ...(truncated)...
Project Server and Portfolio Server 2007 EPM University On-Demand Classes
(Indexed 2009-10-13):
As announced by Jan: ANNOUNCING: Recordings from EPM University 2007 are available, free of charge and anytime you can now easily ramp up on EPM 2007. Microsoft EPMU - Admin Professional - Functional Implementation & Configuration of Project Server 2007 (On-Demand Recorded Training) Microsoft EPMU - IT Professional - Technical Implementation & Configuration of Project Server 2007 (On-Demand Recorded Training) Microsoft EPMU - Office Project Server 2007 Developer Training (On-Demand Rec...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Sessions at SharePoint Conference 2009
(Indexed 2009-10-06):
Following this post: Microsoft Project 2010 Events This Fall please find below a list of sessions that will be delivered at the SharePoint Conference 2009 in Las Vegas in less than two weeks: Session Description Level Speaker Date/Location Project Professional 2010 Overview Project Professional 2010 gives you powerful, visually enhanced ways to successfully manage and deliver a wide range of projects. Easier and more intuitive, Pro...(truncated)...
Time to Timeline! Microsoft Project 2010
(Indexed 2009-10-02):
In case you have not heard or seen Timeline is a great new feature of Project 2010, check this blog post from Heather about it: Project 2010: Introducing the Timeline View Another example is this view I used recently to announce Ignite: Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training [Image][Image]
Are you Project 2010 Ready? - Announcing Project 2010 Technical Ignite and Sales Training
(Indexed 2009-09-29):
We are pleased to announce a series of Microsoft Project 2010 in-person training events targeted for Microsoft Partners and Microsoft Field in consulting, sales, and marketing roles. [Image] Register for the appropriate track and location now! Project 2010 Technical Ignite Training, agenda, dates and locations Project 2010 Sales Track (Are You Project 2010 Ready?), agenda, dates and locations Registration page for both tracks, please note that by registering to this site does not ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2007: Time Tracking Solutions
(Indexed 2009-09-29):
Following Project Conference 2009, its great to see the number of solutions that have been created to extend the out of the box capabilities of Microsoft Project Server 2007 (PS07) timesheet capabilities. All these solutions demonstrate the two key pillars of timesheets in Project Server 2007: scalability and extensibility. With its new queuing mechanism PS07 can easily handle thousands of timesheets per hour (see this whitepaper for scalability lab results: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 ...(truncated)...
Solid State Drive/SSD and SharePoint Server 2010, Project Server 2010 Demo Image Benchmark Take 2
(Indexed 2009-09-25):
Following this post from last may: Solid State Drive/SSD and SharePoint Server, Project Server Demo Image Benchmark I have had the chance to test two more Solid State Drives to demo Project Server 2010/Server SharePoint Server 2010 at our Microsoft Project Conference event last week. Lots of you have been asking what hardware/software was used for the super fast keynote demos for instance. The answer a Dell Latitude E6400 Dual Core T9900 @ 3.06 GHz with 8GB, with Windows Server 2008 R2 and Hyper...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project 2010 Questions and Answers
(Indexed 2009-09-24):
Excellent Microsoft Project 2010 Q&A from my colleague Doug: Latest Q & A on Project 2010 , including how to access beta One of my favorite videos from last week, plenty more here: http://www.youtube.com/user/MSFTProject [Image]
Are you registered to the SharePoint Conference?
(Indexed 2009-09-23):
As disclosed last week during the Project Conference, Project Server 2010 will be built on SharePoint Enterprise 2010 (more info. here: Microsoft Project Conference 2009 Project 2010 Keynote Videos); so as I mentioned to Ignite attendees in Phoenix, going forward you need to know your SharePoint 2010, hence please register or send your top architect to the upcoming SharePoint Conference in Last Vegas in less than a month; the event is selling out fast (SharePoint Conference 2009 Update: Were SE...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Press Coverage since Disclosure Last Week
(Indexed 2009-09-23):
Might missed some but thanks to BING please find below what I have seen so far (excluding plenty of great blog posts/tweets from the experts in the community), first as a reminder the official Microsoft Project Virtual Press Kit is here (contains videos, screenshots, etc) Title Source Microsoft Project revamp could soar where predecessor struggled IT In Canada Microsoft Gives First Look At Project 2010 Channel Web ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Conference 2009 Project 2010 Keynote Videos
(Indexed 2009-09-21):
For those of you who missed the Project Conference 2009 last week, the Project 2010 keynote recordings from both Ludovic Hauduc and Chris Capossela are available here, additionally check out our official site here: http://www.microsoft.com/project/2010/en/us/default.aspx: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/projectserver/d...(truncated)... [Image][Image]
Microsoft Unveils Microsoft Project 2010
(Indexed 2009-09-17):
Official press pass from MSFT: Microsoft Unveils Microsoft Project 2010 Part of the next wave of Office-related products, Microsoft Project 2010 helps customers reduce costs, improve efficiency, and simplify project and portfolio management. Similar to SharePoint 2010, notice how the Office has been removed from the name: [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Hello World!
(Indexed 2009-09-16):
We officially disclosed the next version of the EPM solution at the Project Conference 2009 in Phoenix this morning: Microsoft Project 2010 Its so exciting to finally be able to discuss the next version to the outside world and how it will solve our customers needs. This is the beginning of a journey to a milestone release.Microsoft Project 2010, generally available next year, will provide teams and organizations of all sizes with the right project collaboration tools, and a pathway to step up t...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Events This Fall
(Indexed 2009-09-08):
With less than a week before Project Conference I wanted to give you visibility of other Microsoft sponsored events we will have Microsoft Project 2010 presence in the coming months. Mark your calendars and book your travel! Event Date/Location Comments Microsoft Project Conference 2009 September 14-17, 2009 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona 80 sessions, hands on labs, etc Microsoft SharePoint Conferen...(truncated)...
Microsoft Virtualization: Best Choice for Project Server
(Indexed 2009-09-03):
Echoing a similar blog post from my SharePoint colleagues: Microsoft Virtualization: Best Choice for SharePoint; this is especially true with the recent release of Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V. Related posts I wrote in the past: Project Server and SharePoint Server Virtualization Announcing 20-Part Webcast Series on Microsoft Virtualization Solutions Running SQL Server 2008 in Hyper-V Environment SharePoint Server performance and capacity requirements for Hyper-V and yes we wil...(truncated)...
Great SharePoint Sessions at Upcoming Project Conference in Phoenix
(Indexed 2009-08-28):
In case you have not registered yet and are still looking for reasons to attend, check out this sample of sessions presented by experts around the SharePoint and Project Server themes in Phoenix in three weeks, more info here: http://msprojectconference.com/ Title Speaker Description Business Collaboration using SharePoint: The Value Delivered Today, and a Sneak Peek at Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Gideon Bibliowicz, Microsoft Corporation Sh...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the Microsoft Project and Project Server 2007 August Cumulative Update
(Indexed 2009-08-27):
We are happy to the announce the release of the August 2009 Cumulative Update (August CU). Cumulative Update (CU) are scheduled every two months, so the next releases will be at the end of October, December, etc. Please note that the August CU does not contain all the fixes from Service Pack 2 (SP2) which was released on 4/48 (more SP2 info here) so you need to install both SP2 and August CU to have all the latest updates (in either order), hence no need to install the April CU nor the June CU ...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 Report Pack II An incredible asset you should all leverage
(Indexed 2009-08-21):
This is a blog post that is worth checking out! My colleague Jan Kalis just announced the release of the Project Server 2007 Report Pack II (recorded webcast and demo here). Why is it the best thing since slice bread? Well check out the following list of SQL Server Reporting Services it contains (and to make it easier to use in your environment it all contains full documentation as well as separate Visual Studio packages and directories of ALL T-SQL queries). Im sure you will find few key nugget...(truncated)...
Under the Table How Data Access Code Affects Database Performance
(Indexed 2009-08-19):
Just read this great article from Bob Beauchemin in MSDN Magazine: How Data Access Code Affects Database Performance. Its a great reminder when you do customization why using stored procedure to access your database is a must compared to building queries on the fly within your C# code for instance. So next time you access the Project Server database create a custom stored procedure it will save you from trouble down the road :)[Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Training in Phoenix Sep. 13 & 14, last call!
(Indexed 2009-08-19):
As a free benefit of attending the Microsoft Project Conference in Phoenix, September 14-17, you can attend this free training opportunity: Project 2010 Ignite. If interested please register rapidly since space is limited and we are almost at capacity!The goal for the Project 2010 Ignite Program is to prepare EPM professionals for deployment, operations and customization of Project Server 2010.The Ignite curriculum is targeted at EPM consultants, IT Professionals, Admin Professionals and develop...(truncated)...
My Top Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview Features
(Indexed 2009-08-18):
Following a similar blog post today from Arpan Shahs entitled: My Top Office 2010 Tech Preview Features I wanted to share my top Microsoft Project 2010 and Microsoft Project Server 2010 features. Similarly I have been using it for while to plan programs/projects for this upcoming exciting launch year and I have also demoed it to a lucky few :) So far my favorite features are (Im sure I will revisit this list in the futures) Product Feature Related Project Co...(truncated)...
Information Worker Competence Center - Achieving Business Success with your Collaboration Infrastructure (white paper)
(Indexed 2009-08-14):
A good read that was recently published on TechNet, that discusses the role of the Project Management Office for instance: Information Worker Competence Center - Achieving Business Success with your Collaboration Infrastructure (white paper). On a similar topic you might want to read this recently published whitepaper as well: The Project Management System Maturity Model Abstract Competence Centers are the standard approach to managing shared business infrastructures such as Enterprise Resourc...(truncated)...
The Ultimate Demo Machine: Get Ready to Demo Project and SharePoint Server 2010
(Indexed 2009-08-13):
Doug just posted this important post: BE A DEMO MASTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE RECOMMENDATIONS NOW AND BEYOND This cowboy looks familiar, I think hell be around in Phoenix :) [Image] Related links: Announcing Project Server 2010 Preliminary System Requirements Solid State Drive/SSD and SharePoint Server, Project Server Demo Image Benchmark How to upgrade your laptop/desktop to Windows Server 2008 R2? [Image]
See you in Phoenix in a Month!
(Indexed 2009-08-11):
Just booked my travel for the Project Conference, Im arriving Friday September 11th at 6pm and will be staying at the Sheraton. If you are an EPM specialized partner I look forward to see you all during the Ignite training prior to the conference on Sunday and Monday. If you are still looking for reasons to come to Phoenix (we will have great sessions from great speakers as well as hands on labs for Project and Project Server 2010 not too mention the two days Ignite deep technical training), se...(truncated)...
SQL Server 2008 R2 CTP Released
(Indexed 2009-08-10):
The Community Technology Preview (CTP) was released this morning to TechNet and MSDN subscribers. The Self-Service Business Intelligence aspect of this next SQL released due next year could be a major enhancement to Project Server reporting. To learn more: http://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/2008/en/us/R2.aspx[Image]
Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview Invites Have Been Sent
(Indexed 2009-08-06):
Please read the important announcement from Doug last week on his blog about the Project 2010 Technical Preview: Project/Project Server 2010 Technical Preview keys issued We are pleased to announce the issuing of the Technical Preview keys for the 2010 release of Project and Project Server. The email was issued from proj2010@microsoft.com Due to the limited number of invitations available, if you applied and have not yet received an invitation you will be automatically wait listed. There is onl...(truncated)...
Upcoming Project Server Reporting Webcast: Project Server Report Pack II - The top reports
(Indexed 2009-08-05):
As announced by Jan Upcoming Project Server Report Pack II - The top reports WebCast , with the recent release of our core demo image (Project and Portfolio Management (PPM/EPM) VPC v4 Available for Download) came a lot of valuable reports that will help you with your day to day EPM activities, hence I highly encourage all of you to attend that webcast to learn more about it schedule 8/19/2009 at 8am PST. A peak :) [Image][Image]
Project Server article: Extract Project Web Access site data to a new content database
(Indexed 2009-07-24):
Useful article that just got published on TechNet: Extract Project Web Access site data to a new content database As mentioned in the article: Having a content database used solely for your Project Web Access site data is a recommended best practice when deploying Project Server 2007. This creates a cleaner configuration and reduces the chance of problems when executing other operations such as backup and recovery, migrating data to a new farm, or migrating to a newer version of Project Server...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2)
(Indexed 2009-07-23):
We are happy to announce the release Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) to the Microsoft Download Center. Before you install this service pack it is essential that you read the following two knowledge base articles, and thoroughly read the guidance and test out the patch in a separate environment prior to a production rollout. Project Portfolio Server Service Pack 2 (SP2) Links Description of Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 2...(truncated)...
Project and Portfolio Management (PPM/EPM) VPC v4 Available for Download
(Indexed 2009-07-21):
As announced by my colleague Jan Kalis: Project and Portfolio Management (PPM/EPM) VPC v4 based on Project 2007 the latest version of our core demo VPC for EPM is now available for download. A few reasons why you should get it: V3 expires in mi-august Contains latest product updates (SP2, etc) Contains a wealth of sample SSRS reports that might help your day to day EPM deployments (detail announcement of its content will come at a later date) [Image]
Announcing Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview
(Indexed 2009-07-21):
In case you missed the blog post from the product group last week: Announcing Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview For those of you who have submitted nominations and that are accepted, invites will go out this week.[Image]
Project Server 2007 TechNet Webcasts recordings and decks
(Indexed 2009-07-20):
Please find below a recap of both the recordings and decks for the Project Server 2007 TechNet webcast series that was delivered this past year. All PowerPoint decks can be downloaded here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=045...(truncated)... Project Server 2007 webcasts Title Description Solution Overview and System Elements In this webcast, we introduce the Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 solution and the main product components. Key concepts are described...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the June Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2009-07-20):
Last week we released the June Cumulative Update for Project, Project Server 2007 as well as SharePoint 2007, more information on Brians blog: Project Server 2007: Office System June 2009 Cumulative Update is now available[Image]
Microsoft Project Server 2007 Service Pack 2 Update
(Indexed 2009-06-26):
Following this post: Important Information on Project Server and SharePoint Server 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2), please find an important update from the SharePoint team: The public update to fix this issue is available for customers to download. If you have any questions please send them here. Post URL is here: http://blogs.msdn.com/sharepoint/archive/2009/06/25/service-...(truncated)... Service Pack 2 Update. The public update for the Service Pack 2 expiration date issue is now available for...(truncated)...
Organizational Budget and Cost Modeling using Project Server 2007 - real customer implementation
(Indexed 2009-06-25):
Attached is a document written by Shawn Kim from Microsoft Consulting Services which provides great insight into the budget and cost management capabilities of Project Server 2007. This document is based on actual customer experience and is intended to be used as a guide for any organization that wants to do budget and cost modeling using Project Server 2007. This document is intended as a how-to guide for budget and cost modeling using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007. Microsoft Office Pro...(truncated)...
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and Microsoft Project Server 2007 Demo Image
(Indexed 2009-06-23):
Following the release of Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and its out of the integration with Microsoft Project Server 2007, we are pleased to announce the release of the Project Finance and Controls demo image. This solution allows the support of more sophisticated projects through the use of multiple currency budgeting, invoicing and planning: Standard Project Web Access interface when the Dynamics AX based Project Accounting module installed: [Image] The AX based Project Accounting module fo...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2010 Technical Preview Invitation
(Indexed 2009-06-23):
Fellow Project Partners, Final call to those wishing to have access to the Microsoft Project 2010 client and Microsoft Project Server 2010 Technical Preview. We have issued an invitation asking to show and expression of interest in gaining access to the Technical Preview of Project/Project Server 2010. The invitation was issued to all known EPM Specialized partners; Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) that build on Project/Project Server; Project Most Valued Professionals (MVPs) and Project/Pro...(truncated)...
Unattended Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint Server Installation
(Indexed 2009-06-16):
Thanks to Janus Morthorst IT Architect at Progressive IT (also thanks to Brian Smith for contributing to the script), please find attached a script to do an unattended Project Server and/or SharePoint Server install.The attachment contains the following three documented scripts (note each has a configuration file (XML):Unattended Project Server InstallUnattended SharePoint Server InstallUnattended Project Server and SharePoint Server Install[Image][Image] [Image] Unlike these scripts I provided ...(truncated)...
Monitoring Microsoft Project Server Counters using CodePlex Performance Analysis of Logs (PAL)
(Indexed 2009-06-15):
Im sure you are all actively monitoring your existing Project Server 2007 farm and specifically your Project Servers performance counters. If not then its never too late! Check this latest update to the Performance Analysis of Logs (PAL) Tool from CodePlex, thanks to Michael Jordan from Microsoft Consulting Services, it now contains a Threshold File for Microsoft Project Server 2007 as shown below: [Image] [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project Demo, Demo, Demo
(Indexed 2009-06-11):
As Doug posted on his blog today: New CUSTOMER AND PARTNER DEMO ENVIRONMENTS AVAILABLE you can now click through our latest Enterprise Project Management (EPM) demo image without downloading anything on your laptop: Project and Portfolio Management Capital Planning and Investment Control for Federal Government Innovation Process Management Happy test drive![Image]
Microsoft Dynamics AX Positioned as a Leader in Midmarket and Tier 2-Oriented ERP Magic Quadrant
(Indexed 2009-06-11):
From our analysts site: Magic Quadrant for Midmarket and Tier 2-Oriented ERP for Product-Centric Companies (Gartner, June 4, 2009) Microsoft Dynamics AX Positioned as a Leader in Midmarket and Tier 2-Oriented ERP Magic Quadrant. Despite mergers and acquisitions, there are many ERP offerings for midmarket companies and firms deploying Tier 2 ERP systems. This Magic Quadrant evaluates products that have a global presence and are specifically tailored for product-centric midmarket companies with ro...(truncated)...
Microsoft a Leader in Gartner 2009 Magic Quadrant for IT PPM
(Indexed 2009-06-11):
Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management (Gartner Research, June 2, 2009) Gartner positions Microsoft in the Leaders quadrant in its Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management. The Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) market remains active in an adverse global economy. This year's Magic Quadrant acknowledges emerging IT planning and control and application lifecycle management integration support, two (but not the only) routes for expanding PPM systems. Note our progres...(truncated)...
Solid State Drive/SSD and SharePoint Server, Project Server Demo Image Benchmark
(Indexed 2009-06-11):
Thanks to Dell, I recently got a Latitude E6500 with one Intel Core 2 Duo (T9400), 8GB RAM (see attached CPU-Z info.) and two hard drives: a Seagate Momentus 7200.3 and a Samsung SSD SATA 3.0Gb/s (Solid State Drive), and wanted to measure the performance gains of running my demo images (about 30GB VHD each) on a SSD drive versus a classic rotating drive since hard drive is typically the performance bottleneck.I first reformatted the laptop with Windows Server 2008 Enterprise with Service Pack 1 ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project and Portfolio Server Customer Evidence
(Indexed 2009-06-06):
As Doug mentioned, our colleague Tadd has been busy producing Enterprise Project Management evidence: Project server puts the fizz into coca-cola Latest EPM case studies/evidence are: Becton, Dickinson and Company Medical Technology Company BD Gains Strategic View of $400 Million R and D Portfolio ComputerTalk Software Vendor Boosts Productivity for Contact Centers with Unified Communications Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated Improves Project Cost Repor...(truncated)...
Windows 2008 Server Replication and SharePoint Server
(Indexed 2009-05-30):
Reading this recent TechNet article: Configure disaster recovery across SharePoint farms by using SQL Server log shipping I saw this graph: [Image] Its another great reason to upgrade your SharePoint/Project Server farm to Windows 2008, the improvements in Distributed File System (DFS) and Copying Files are major between Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008. Time to upgrade your farm today! See this for another great reason to do so and links to TechNet documentation to upgrade your farm...(truncated)...
Service Pack 2 for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista
(Indexed 2009-05-28):
Just got released yesterday, time to upgrade your Project Server farm running on Windows 2008 as well as your home computers if you are not running Windows 7 yet :) http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsserver/dd262148.aspx Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista is an update to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. It provides customer and partner feedback-driven fixes into a single service pack, minimizing deployment and testing complexity. In addition to all previo...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2003 Mainstream Support Ended on April 14 2009
(Indexed 2009-05-28):
As a reminder, Microsoft Project Server 2003 Mainstream Support Retired on April 14, 2009, as show on our Microsoft Product Lifecycle site.This means that Microsoft Project 2003 and Microsoft Project Server 2003 customers should purchase Extended Support.I also recommend upgrading to Project/Project Server 2007 and not wait for Project/Project Server 2010.See this for more information: Best Practices for Migrating to Project Server 2007 white paper now available [Image] For more information ...(truncated)...
TechNet Webcast: Communication between Project Professional and Project Server - Active Cache processes and Architecture drill down
(Indexed 2009-05-27):
Chris Boyd and Jan Kalis will be delivering the following webcast this Thursday (May 28 @ 9:30 Pacific Time): This webcast will uncover processes and key messaging between Microsoft Office Project Professional and Microsoft Office Project Server. From first logon, through operations like project open, save and publish, we will describe in detail the cache folder structure and registry settings. Network traffic between client and server will also be explained. Finally, we will discuss enhancement...(truncated)...
Enterprise Project Management and Social Networking: To Tweet or not to Tweet?
(Indexed 2009-05-27):
It has been interesting to track the latest Project Management buzz about Twitter during the past few weeks; Tony Zink definitely raised the Project Server bar with this post today: Use Twitter to Track Tasks and Time in Project Server 2007. Please find below a summary of recent blog posts on this topic as well as my feedback so far after using it for the past few weeks. So far I do see value in the Twibe but it will take time to master this new medium. Try it out yourself, its fun!Latest Projec...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project EVM- Application exporting to UN/CEFACT Standards CodePlex solution
(Indexed 2009-05-22):
Announcing the release of a Microsoft Project 2007 application co-developed with QuantumPM that is supporting the UN (United Nations)/CEFACT standard, a worldwide standard for cost and schedule project information. The Microsoft Project UN/CEFACT Export tool is available free of charge on CodePlex, which guides users through the export of Microsoft Project 2007 data required by DCMA and translates the earned value output into the required UN CEFACT XML protocol. The application will provide sig...(truncated)...
Important Information on Project Server and SharePoint Server 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2)
(Indexed 2009-05-22):
Following the recent Office 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) release for Project Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 and SharePoint Server 2007 please note the following issue recently published by the SharePoint team that impacts Project Server deployments as well: Attention: Important Information on Service Pack 2 During the installation of SP2, a product expiration date is improperly activated. This means SharePoint will expire as though it was a trial installation 180 days after SP2 is de...(truncated)...
My Favorite Microsoft Project RSS Feeds
(Indexed 2009-05-20):
Please find attached my favorite list (OPML file) of related Microsoft Project RSS feeds. Its a great way to stay up to date on whats happening in the Enterprise Project Management world. For instance all the RSS under Microsoft Content contains updates to all key content produced officially by Microsoft whether its a Knowledge Base article about Service Pack 2 or the latest How-To article on project desktop. Under Non-MSFT blogs you will find a lot of usual suspects, mainly Microsoft Project MV...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project Conference 2009 Update
(Indexed 2009-05-20):
The Microsoft Project Conference 2009 site has just been updated with the following information: There will not be any conference (FAQ page) in Europe or Asia: There wont be another worldwide Project Conference elsewhere or during the next year so we encourage you to register for Project Conference 2009. Dont miss the opportunity to Learn, Connect and Grow at Project Conference 2009 in Phoenix, AZ from September 14th-17th, 2009. Microsoft Project 2010 This years conference will exclusively di...(truncated)...
Latest Microsoft Project Case Studies
(Indexed 2009-05-20):
Last march I did this post: Looking for Microsoft Project Server/EPM Case Studies?, and since the Microsoft Case Studies site was update plus another great case study got published Shire Pharmaceuticals. To see the latest Enterprise Project Management (EPM) case studies follow these steps: Go to http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/ Search for EPM and voila! [Image][Image]
Project Server 2007 Performance Testing White Paper and Performance Lab Kit
(Indexed 2009-05-19):
I am please to announce the release of two key assets produced by Microsoft Consulting Services to assist you with Project Server 2007 capacity planning projects: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Performance Testing Lab English (white paper) This white paper contains a description of an actual performance tuning lab for Microsoft Office Project Server 2007. The first chapter (Running a Project Server 2007 Performance Test Lab), describes how to run performance tests against a Office Proj...(truncated)...
Latest Project Server and SharePoint Server deployment guidance
(Indexed 2009-05-15):
I am pleased to announce the release of a white paper written by Boris Bazant from Microsoft Consulting Services entitled: EPM and Office SharePoint Server 2007 Coexistence: Intranet Scenario. This whitepaper outlines the recommended setup and configuration approach that will focus on best practices for an EPM-focused Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Intranet farm with a set of validated and tested best practices for Office SharePoint Server 2007 and EPM coexistence. A logical architectu...(truncated)...
Project 2007 Service Pack 2 recorded webcast and deck are now available on EPMConnect
(Indexed 2009-05-14):
The Project 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) recorded webcast delivered on April 30 and deck are now available on EPMConnect. The following topics were discussed during the webcast: Project 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) overview (desktop and server) Project 2007 April Cumulative Update Overview (desktop and Server) Upcoming Portfolio Server SP2 (should be release within the next month) Deployment Best Practices Next Steps (Windows Server 2008 x64, Project Server 2010, Project Conference 2009) Links: Serv...(truncated)...
SQL Server 2008 R2
(Indexed 2009-05-13):
Announced today at TechEd: SQL Server 2008 R2, will be a great enhancement to Project Server deployment from a reporting perspective, why? Check the following preliminary resources (more info here: R2 Benefits by Workload): Self Service Analysis with Project Gemini Self Service Reporting with SQL Server 2008 R2 Reporting Services Register for the Community Technology Preview due out this summer.[Image]
Lets try Twitter :)
(Indexed 2009-05-12):
I had a Twitter account for almost a year but never used it, Doug McCutcheon reminded me I should join the trend, so lets give it a try and see its potential value! Follow me at cfiessinger. I still think blogging is a lot more useful to the EPM community but I might be wrong :)[Image]
Announcing Project Server 2010 Preliminary System Requirements
(Indexed 2009-05-11):
Following this SharePoint 2010 announcement today: Announcing SharePoint Server 2010 Preliminary System Requirements please note the following requirements for Project Server 2010 Project Server 2010 will be 64-bit onlyProject Server 2010 will require 64-bit Windows Server 2008 or 64-bit Windows Server 2008 R2Project Server 2010 will require 64-bit SQL 2005 or 2008Project Server 2010 will only support Internet Explorer 7 or 8 (IE 6 will not be supported nor other browsers)Please find below two r...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the April Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2009-05-08):
We are happy to the announce the release of the April Cumulative Update (April CU). Cumulative Update (CU) are scheduled every two months, so the next releases will be at the end of June, August, October, December, etc... Please note that the April CU does not contain all the fixes from Service Pack 2 (SP2) which was released on 4/48 (more SP2 info here) so you need to install both SP2 and April CU to have all the latest updates (in either order). We encourage everyone to view the SP2 webcast w...(truncated)...
How to check Project 2007 version using VBA?
(Indexed 2009-04-30):
A great question we heard this morning during the Project 2007 SP2 webcast and every time we release a server and desktop software update for Project 2007 and Project Server 2007, is how do I ensure the desktop contains the proper software updates? For instance how I do ensure that ALL desktop version for Project that connect to Project Server have Service Pack 2 installed? Thanks to Adrian Jenkins please find below two easy way to achieve this by leveraging VBA (macro) within the Enterprise Glo...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 Service Pack 2 Version
(Indexed 2009-04-30):
Following the webcast this morning I would like to confirm the following versions after successfully installing Project Server 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) on your farm: Microsoft Office Project Server 12.0.6425.100 [Image] Database Versions Table (Reporting database for instance) 12.0.6422.100 [Image] Project Desktop 12.0.6425.100 [Image] More information in this TechNet article: Deploy Service Pack 2 for Office Project Server 2007 (TechNet article contains slight error on the db version,...(truncated)...
SharePoint for Developers Series on Channel 9
(Indexed 2009-04-29):
Thanks to Paul Andrew for posting this, check the following SharePoint developers webcast series on Channel 9 from Kirk Evans which can all be very useful for any Project Server 2007 customization: SharePoint for Developers Part 5 - Custom content types, fields, and lists SharePoint for Developers Part 4 - Calling SharePoint Web Services from Silverlight SharePoint for Developers Part 3 - Expression Blend and Silverlight SharePoint for Developers Part 2: Working with Features SharePoint for ...(truncated)...
Announcing Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Microsoft Project 2007 and Microsoft Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2009-04-28):
We are happy to announce that Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Office Project 2007 and Office Project Server 2007 has been released to the Microsoft Download Center. It includes all the fixes prior to SP2 (including the February 2009 Cumulative Update), and also several enhancements to Project Standard and Professional, Project Server, SharePoint Server 2007 and Windows SharePoint Services 3.0. Before you install this service pack there are some very important things to understand. In this mail I'll...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project 2007 Service Pack (SP2) Webcast
(Indexed 2009-04-21):
Service Pack 2 (SP2) for the 2007 Microsoft Office System is due to ship April 28th. Please join Adrian Jenkins and myself to get an overview of Project 2007 and Project Server 2007 updates in SP2, recommended best practices to deploy SP2 in your environment, and answer your questions about SP2. Please note we will deliver the same webcast twice to accommodate different time zones, we will also record these webcast and will make them available on EPMConnect: Wednesday April 29, from 8-9 am P...(truncated)...
Project 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) is due to ship April 28th
(Indexed 2009-04-16):
As announced by the Office Sustained Engineering team today, Service Pack 2 for the 2007 Microsoft Office System due to ship April 28th. Office 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2) includes updates for Project desktop and Project Server 2007 along with updates to the rest of the Office 2007 product family. Product updates for Project are: Project (desktop) The scheduling engine, Active Cache, and Gantt charts all have improvements. There is additional reliability with earlier versions of the .mpp format...(truncated)...
Get Ready for Project 2010 - Technical Airlift Being Held as Part of the Project Conference 2009
(Indexed 2009-04-16):
As announced by my colleague Doug McCutcheon: Project P14 Readiness, Now Officially Microsoft Project 2010 Be one of the first off the line! [Image]Be one of the first off the line. Would you like to attend the Microsoft Project 2010 Ignite Airlift as an added value to the Microsoft Project Conference at no additional cost to you? As an added value to the Project Conference registration at no additional cost to the conference ticket, you and your technical colleagues have been invited to attend...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010, Microsoft Visio 2010 and Microsoft Project 2010 Availability
(Indexed 2009-04-15):
As part of the Exchange 2010 announcement today: Microsoft Unveils Exchange 2010 With Public Beta we also announced a timeline for the next version of Office products (see First in Wave and Availability sections): Microsoft Office 2010 Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Microsoft Visio 2010 Microsoft Project 2010 Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010, Microsoft Visio 2010 and Microsoft Project 2010 are scheduled to enter technical preview in the third quarter of 2009 and rel...(truncated)...
Migrating to Microsoft Project Server 2007: Lessons from the Field - MPUG
(Indexed 2009-04-15):
Please check this recently published article from Victor Richardson on the MPUG (Microsoft Project User Group) site: Migrating to Microsoft Project Server 2007: Lessons from the Field On the same topic please check the following white paper recently released: Best Practices for Migrating to Project Server 2007 white paper now available[Image]
Microsoft Project 2007 Content Recently Published since December 2008
(Indexed 2009-04-14):
Please find below an inventory of all the Project 2007 content recently published broken out by audience: Office Online The following have been published the Productivity content for Project 2007 (subscribe to this RSS feed): Set working times, vacations, and holidays for your project Goal: Control project risks Share work on an enterprise project Create WBS codes Demo: Add, hide, and show columns in Project Goal: Adjust costs to keep the project on budget Indicators fields Use the Pr...(truncated)...
EPM University - What's next?
(Indexed 2009-04-14):
As you probably know the Microsoft EPM University offers beside of other learning and certification resources a comprehensive 4 to 5 days educational package for customers and partners who want to quickly ramp-up with EPM solution via rich instructor led online experience. The courses are designed to build and enhance the knowledge to successfully plan, deploy, configure and extend Microsoft Office EPM. Participants get access to EPMUs virtual classroom environment including a professional i...(truncated)...
Project Server and SharePoint Server Virtualization
(Indexed 2009-04-10):
Please remember the upcoming webcast entitled Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Virtualization on April 29th. Additionally since Project Server 2007 is a SharePoint application, check this great series on SharePoint Virtualization: Introduction Optimizing the performance of a virtualized SharePoint environment SharePoint server role recommendations in the virtualized SharePoint environment Monitoring and managing a virtualized SharePoint environment High availability and disaster recovery, ...(truncated)...
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
(Indexed 2009-04-08):
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 (SPI) is available and ready for download here (includes a pointer to the Release Notes). Related links: Why consider SQL Server 2008 for your EPM farm? Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services 2008 Sample Project Server Reports[Image]
Best Practices for Migrating to Project Server 2007 white paper now available
(Indexed 2009-04-07):
I am pleased to announce the release of a white paper written by QuantumPM entitled: Best Practices for Migrating to Project Server 2007. Summary This paper provides guidance, references, and best practices to observe when migrating to Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 from Project Server 2003. The audiences for this guide are business application specialists, line-of-business specialists, IT generalists, program managers, and infrastructure specialists who want to migrate to Microsoft Of...(truncated)...
SharePoint Designer is Now Free
(Indexed 2009-04-02):
Yesterday Microsoft announced that SharePoint Designer is now free of charge (Letter to SharePoint Designer Customers) and available for download here. For more information about this SahrePoint Designer announcement check the following resources: Frequently Asked Questions http://blogs.msdn.com/sharepoint/archive/2009/04/02/sharepoi...(truncated)... Additionally Tony Zink from msProjectExperts has blogged about leveraging SharePoint Designer to customizing Project Web Access: http://www.proje...(truncated)...
Do you EPMU? Get trained on EPM 2007 thanks to EPM University
(Indexed 2009-03-28):
From Jan post: Do You EPMU? [Image] Microsoft EPM University offers a comprehensive 4 to 5 days educational package for customers and partners who want to quickly ramp-up with EPM solution via rich instructor led online experience. The courses are designed to build and enhance the required knowledge to successfully plan, deploy, configure and extend Microsoft Office EPM solution. You can review course details, schedules and register for the course of your choice. The courses currently being offe...(truncated)...
Welcome Doug McCutcheon to the EPM Blogger World!
(Indexed 2009-03-27):
My colleague Doug McCutcheon just joined the digital world! In Dougs words: Welcome to my blog, about me and my role as Worldwide Partner Strategy Manager for the Microsoft Project business So expect valuable content for EPM partners moving forward, time to add it to your RSS feeds.[Image]
Microsoft Enterprise Project Management at TechEd North America 2009
(Indexed 2009-03-25):
TechEd North America 2009 is just around the corner on May 11-15, Los Angeles, CA; please find below the EPM content that will be delivered: Title Speaker Description OFC407 Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Performance Testing and Capacity Planning Michael Jordan Microsoft Consulting Services completed a series of tests to produce a white paper on capacity planning on Microsoft Project Server 2007. Providing recommendations and guidelines about how to plan for capacity and how to size a ...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the February Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2009-03-25):
The February Cumulative Update was recently released. The next Cumulative Update (CU) is scheduled for the end of April, then Service Pack 2 will be available between February and April and it will include the February CU. From this point forward each Cumulative Update will consist of a package that contains the latest of every hotfix patch that we have shipped. What this means is that if you build a new Project Server 2007 farm, you can apply the latest service pack (Service Pack 1), the lat...(truncated)...
Looking for Microsoft Project Server/EPM Case Studies?
(Indexed 2009-03-05):
Its all here on http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies, for instance some of the latest specific to Project Server 2007/EPM are: Virginia Housing Development Authority Mortgage Finance Agency Improves Planning Through Centralized Project Management BP BP Alaska Mitigates Risk, Boosts Efficiency, with Integrated Scheduling Solution Carpenter Technology Manufacturer uses project management and EPM to increase IT credibility[Image]
Early registration for the Project Conference 2009
(Indexed 2009-02-25):
[Image] Its open! Looking forward to see you there! http://www.msprojectconference.com/[Image]
Project Server 2007 book: Best Practices for Implementing an EPM Solution
(Indexed 2009-02-12):
Hagit Landman published a great book last summer entitled Enterprise Project Management Using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Best Practices for Implementing an EPM Solution: From Hagits site: Enterprise project management (EPM) is a methodology that combines standardized project management processes and supporting tools to meet an organizations project management goals.Tools that provide a business solution for EPM are available from Microsoft. The solution is comprised of Microsoft O...(truncated)...
SharePoint Diagnostics Tool v1.0 for SharePoint Products and Technologies
(Indexed 2009-02-06):
[Cross-post from SharePoint IT Pro documentation Team Blog] The real power of Office SharePoint Server 2007 and Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 is that they can be endlessly customized to meet a wide variety of business needs. The Protean nature of SharePoint is at once its most powerful feature and its most formidable; the complexity of your SharePoint environment can increase by orders of magnitude when you begin to shape it to suit your needs. This complexity can make troubleshooting SharePo...(truncated)...
Announcing SharePoint Conference 2009
(Indexed 2009-02-03):
SharePoint Conference 2009 was announced today, it' will be a unique opportunity to learn about the next version (14) of SharePoint. [Image] and as a reminder Project Conference 2009 is also 8 months away.[Image]
Application Lifecycle Management Resource Center for SharePoint Server
(Indexed 2009-02-02):
The following resource center is now available on MSDN: Application Lifecycle Management Resource Center for SharePoint Server Find guidance, best practices, articles, white papers, and documentation about Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) for custom applications built by using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007. For similar content for EPM check the following: Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Solution Webcast Series Connecting Application Development with PPM[Image]
How to Leverage Project Server 2007 with PerformancePoint Server 2007 Monitoring and Analytics?
(Indexed 2009-01-30):
I am pleased to announce the release of a white paper written by Symmetry Corporation entitled: How to Leverage Project Server 2007 with PerformancePoint Server 2007 Monitoring and Analytics. This white paper provides an overview of the Microsoft PerformancePoint Server software and how it can be used to develop dashboards with the existing relational and analytical databases created with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007. In addition to detailing some advanced techniques for creating analy...(truncated)...
Ramp Up Launches SharePoint for Developers Track - Part 2
(Indexed 2009-01-29):
Last November Microsoft Ramp Up Program: Just Launched SharePoint for Developers Track Part1, Part 2 has just been launched! Its a great opportunity to learn about SharePoint development free of charge! Since Project Server is a SharePoint application I highly recommend learning the fundamentals using Ramp Up. Part 2 includes: Level 1: Page Navigation Level 2: Page Branding Level 3: Web Services Level 4: Custom Content Types Level 5: User Management Ramp Up (www.MyRampUp.com) is a free, onli...(truncated)...
Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Solution Webcast Series
(Indexed 2009-01-29):
Starting February 18th, 2009 at 11 am (EST) we will be running a webcast series every Wednesday that will show how the Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Solution and related Microsoft technologies can be deployed to meet varying horizontal scenarios. Why should customers attend the webcast series? Work Smart Save time by sending your prospects to a recurring live webcast versus having to deliver the demo yourselves Educate Customers will receive a comprehensive overview of ea...(truncated)...
Upcoming Project Server Developer Webcasts: the fundamentals!
(Indexed 2009-01-27):
Hello my colleague Jan has just announced on the Project Programmability blog a series of upcoming Project Server developer webcasts you might want to attend to either ramp up on Project Server development or review the fundamentals. Title Abstract Date Project Server 2007 Architecture for Developers (Level 400) During this webcast, we analyze all of the components that make up Project Server 2007. Once we examine the components, we discuss their importance in programming Microsoft Office ...(truncated)...
Fields required to run Project List and Project Detail Reports
(Indexed 2009-01-27):
I posted this set of sample SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports almost a year ago: New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server, and due to popular demand finally documented the required custom fields and lookup tables to run the following two reports: Project List Project Detail If you are looking for a sample database with the required fields, check this: Project Server 2007 Sample Databases So basically youll have to add the listed lookup tables and custom fields fi...(truncated)...
Inventory of SQL Databases in a Typical Project Server Deployment
(Indexed 2009-01-16):
I have recently seen this question on how many databases are created once the Project Server and Project Portfolio Server are installed? My first answer was: it depends! Here is why. Assume we are installing both Project Portfolio Server and Project Server on a SharePoint Server farm and that they all share the same SQL server instance: Product Database Name Description Requirement Related Documentation/Links SharePoint 2007 SharePoint Farm Configuration SharePoint configuration database (...(truncated)...
Running SharePoint Server and Project Server 2007 on Windows Server 2008 R2 Beta
(Indexed 2009-01-15):
It works! I downloaded the ISO from MSDN and followed the instructions to deploy SharePoint Server 2007 and Project Server 2007 on Windows Server 2008, and it works like a charm on R2 (notice the Windows 7 similar toolbar at the bottom with the big PowerShell icon)! [Image] Whats new with Windows Server 2008 R2 check these two links: Announcing Windows Server 2008 R2 Beta! (product group blog) Introduction to Windows Server 2008 R2 (official site) Also check this related post if you want to ex...(truncated)...
Announcing 20-Part Webcast Series on Microsoft Virtualization Solutions
(Indexed 2009-01-12):
Please find here an announcement for a 20-part webcast series on virtualization targeted at IT Professionals. [Image] Related links: Project Server Hyper-V and Active Directory Synchronization Documentation Project Server Hyper-V Virtualization Support and Licensing Running SQL Server 2008 in a Hyper-V Environment, SharePoint Server performance and capacity requirements for Hyper-V Evaluating Application Performance on Hyper-V[Image]
Upcoming Project Server webcasts Mark Your Calendar!
(Indexed 2009-01-10):
Please find below a list of EPM 2007 webcast in the coming months as well as on-demand webcasts (recorded in the past 4 months) . These webcast are primarily targeted to IT Professionals and will present in details key aspects to consider when you evaluate, plan, deploy, and operate Project Server 2007. On February 12th, Larry Duff will present the recently released Solution Connector for Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 on MSDN Code Gallery to the developer community. You need t...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Portfolio Server 2007 Software Requirements
(Indexed 2009-01-09):
With the recent publication this week of this Project Portfolio Server 2007 document: Project Portfolio Server 2007 Guide: Configuration Recommendations and I since I have seen a lot of questions on the subject lately, please find a recap of the software requirements for Portfolio Server 2007: Operating System Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008, 32-bit versions only The current version of Portfolio Server 2007 SP1 is compatible with both Windows Server 2003 and Server 2008. The same c...(truncated)...
Windows 7 Beta and Project Professional 2007
(Indexed 2009-01-09):
Could not resist! Downloaded the Windows 7 64bit ISO, built a new Hyper-V virtual machine, installed Project Professional 2007 and connected to Project Web Access: [Image] So far so good, looks very promising, tempted to reformat my home PC this week-end More Windows 7 information here: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/default.aspx[Image]
Announcing the released of Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 PSI Extension Generator 1.0 on MSDN Code Gallery
(Indexed 2009-01-08):
Check out this latest addition to the Project Server 2007 tool/code sample family by Colby Africa: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 PSI Extension Generator 1.0: Released to MSDN Code Gallery. This tool released by Colby addresses the issues I raised 18 months ago: Lessons Learned from writing a PSI Extension. In Colbys words: To enable developers to take advantage of PSI Extensions, I have created a generator that not only automates the creation of web services, but also automatically deploy...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 Renaming tool
(Indexed 2009-01-06):
Following this initial post How to Rename Projects After a Project Server 2007 Migration written by Mike Shughrue Ive modified it a bit to have the ability to rename any project as shown below (used to be hardcoded to replace the _Published string). Executable and source code are located here: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/PS2007Rename Happy renaming! [Image] After: [Image][Image]
Announcing the release of Project Portfolio Server 2007 Guide: Configuration Recommendations
(Indexed 2009-01-06):
The following Project Portfolio Server 2007 guide was released yesterday: Project Portfolio Server 2007 Guide: Configuration Recommendations, it describes key configuration guidelines. Scope This guide outlines some of the high-level performance potentials and guidelines of Portfolio Server based on successful user and organizational adoption. The guide focuses on areas where it is important to observe specific technical and managerial limitations and guidelines to ensure effective use of Portfo...(truncated)...
Happy New EPM Year 2009!
(Indexed 2009-01-02):
Looking forward to a great Enterprise Project Management year. Key events with EPM sessions I hope to see you at:[Image] Microsoft TechEd North America 2009 - May 11-15, Los Angeles, CA[Image] Microsoft Project Conference 2009 September 14-17, Phoenix, AZ[Image]
Agile Planning Tools In Visual Studio Team System 2010
(Indexed 2008-12-30):
Check out the following article Agile Planning Tools In Visual Studio Team System 2010 from Ajoy Krishnamoorthy in the latest version of MSDN Magazine; another interesting article in the December edition: Streamline Team Projects With Process Templates. Related link: Visual Studio Team System 2010 and Project Server[Image]
Getting Started with Project Server 2007 - TechNet Magazine January 2009
(Indexed 2008-12-19):
Check out the following article from TechNet Magazine (January 2009 edition) from Alan Maddison from Strategic Business Systems: Getting Started with Project Server 2007 This article is targeted at IT Professionals: At a Glance: Four general areas of enhancement Multitier architecture aids scalability and flexibility Prerequisites for installation Installing and configuring () As IT administrators, most of us will have used Microsoft Office Project (Standard or Professional) to help streaml...(truncated)...
Warm up your Project Server and SharePoint VPC in seconds!
(Indexed 2008-12-19):
Yet another cool tool from CodePlex: SPWakeUp - Wake up your Sharepoint and WSS Sites written by Andrew Kennel. A great tool to warm up and optimize your demo performance as well as your favorite SharePoint farm. A simple application that touches each site and site collection on a Sharepoint or WSS server to rebuild the IIS cache.This project was inspired by the Warm Up script I found at: http://blogs.msdn.com/joelo/archive/2006/08/13/697044.aspx For information about how the script was develop...(truncated)...
Announcing the CodePlex release of ShUIE (SharePoint User Interface Extender)
(Indexed 2008-12-19):
David Kitchen, Louise Brigthon and Calvin So from PCubed have recently released the following CodePlex project: ShUIE (SharePoint User Interface Extender): ShUIE is an addition to Microsoft SharePoint that allows a developer to inject JavaScript and CSS fragments depending on the context of the page being displayed. JavaScript and CSS injected can be optionally minified, and jQuery is included to increase functionality. An easy way to pimp (to decorate) your Project Web Access User Interface, fo...(truncated)...
How to report Project Risks at a Program Level?
(Indexed 2008-12-19):
A request I heard a few times from customers is how can you report Risks (or Issues) at a Program Level and since Im snowed in its a perfect opportunity for a new EPM blog post! Since Risks and Issues are stored as lists within SharePoint another way of looking at this problem, is how can one create a list of lists from a SharePoint content database?For instance lets assume I have the following project hierarchy in Project Web Access:[Image] where Level A is a parent of Level AX and Level AX a p...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the December Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-12-17):
The December Cumulative Update was released on December 16th. The next Cumulative Update (CU) is scheduled for the end of February, then Service Pack 2 will be available between February and April and it will include the February CU. From this point forward each Cumulative Update will consist of a package that contains the latest of every hotfix patch that we have shipped. What this means is that if you build a new Project Server 2007 farm, you can apply the latest service pack (Service Pack ...(truncated)...
How to upgrade your existing Microsoft Project VPC running on SQL 2005 to SQL Server 2008
(Indexed 2008-12-16):
Im sure you have seen these cool SQL Reporting Services 2008 reports: Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services 2008 Sample Project Server Reports and would like to do the same in your favorite EPM demo VPC or you just have plenty of free time during this time of the year and you are looking for a fun project, hence please find below the steps to upgrade an existing image running on SQL 2005 to SQL 2007 (should take about two hours depending on hardware): Download SQL Server 2008 Developer (x...(truncated)...
SharePoint Best Practices for capacity management
(Indexed 2008-12-11):
The following article Best Practices for capacity management was recently published on the SharePoint Server TechCenter. Some highlights that are also applicable to the Project Server world are: Capacity planning should be revisited repeatedly in all phases of a project as assumptions become more concrete and more detailed hardware and configuration decisions have to be made. Plan accordingly. Be familiar with the tested Office SharePoint Server scenarios Use 64-bit server versions wherever ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Search Portal & Book
(Indexed 2008-12-10):
Search, search, search! Please find some useful pointers on the subject, including a great book I read recently that just got published last month that explains very well our search strategy and offerings; in case you missed it Microsoft positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of the 2008 Information Access Magic Quadrant. Finally if you want to search Project Server data check this: Search Project Server data using MOSS' BDC and Enterprise Search - CodePlex Solution Starter Portal : Microsoft Ent...(truncated)...
Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services 2008 Sample Project Server Reports
(Indexed 2008-12-09):
Following the release of this sample SQL Server Reporting Services 2005 report pack: New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server, I have just updated two sample reports (Risks and Portfolio Status, attached below) to illustrate the use of the Gauge which comes with SQL Server Reporting Services 2008. I used SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services Report Builder 2.0 to create the reports in with a few clicks; creating custom reports has never been easier!Time to add Gauges to your rep...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 webcast: Network Communication & Performance Management
(Indexed 2008-12-02):
We have two webcasts this week you should attend: TechNet Webcast: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Network Communication (Level 300) Wednesday, December 3, 2008, 11:00 A.M.12:00 P.M. Pacific Time TechNet Webcast: Performance Management Using Project Server 2007 and PerformancePoint Server 2007 (Level 200) Thursday, December 4, 2008, 11:00 A.M.12:00 P.M. Pacific Time For all EPM related webcasts check the following page: http://www.microsoft.com/events/series/epm.aspx[Image]
Using scripts to automate SharePoint Server 2007 installation
(Indexed 2008-12-01):
The following whitepaper was published: Planning and deploying Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 to 1 or 2 computers is not a large task, but what if you need to install it on 20 or even 50 computers? This guide will help you build scripts that can automate the installation of SharePoint Server 2007, the configuration of servers, and the creation of farms. Check the following to script Project Server installation: Configuring Project Server 2007 using the command line: STSADM [Image][Imag...(truncated)...
Running SQL Server 2008 in Hyper-V Environment
(Indexed 2008-11-26):
The SQL has just released the following article: Running SQL Server 2008 in a Hyper-V Environment, Best Practices and Performance Considerations Summary: Hyper-V in Windows Server 2008 is a powerful virtualization technology that can be used by corporate IT to consolidate under-utilized servers, lowering TCO and maintaining or improving Quality of Service. Through a series of test scenarios that are representative of SQL Server application fundamentals, this document provides best practice recom...(truncated)...
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Technical Reference Guide is Live!
(Indexed 2008-11-26):
This 490-page white paper covers the essential phases and steps to upgrade existing instances of SQL Server 2000 and 2005 to SQL Server 2008 by using best practices. These include preparation tasks, upgrade tasks, and post-upgrade tasks. It is intended to be a supplement to SQL Server 2008 Books Online. The categories in the following list correspond to chapters in the white paper. General Upgrade Issues Relational Engine Components Business Intelligence Components Other Microsoft Applicatio...(truncated)...
Inside SharePoint: Enterprise Project Management with SharePoint
(Indexed 2008-11-26):
Check out the following article from TechNet Magazine (December 2008 edition) from Pav Cherny on how to deploy Project Server 2007 on top on Windows Server 2008 and SQL 2005: Inside SharePoint Enterprise Project Management with SharePoint. Sections include: Project Server Architecture SharePoint Integration Server Farm Deployments Welcome to IIS 7 Session Database Permissions Shared Services Permissions Windows Firewall MOPS Services and Services Accounts Analysis Services Integration[Image]
Im a PC are you a Microsoft Project?
(Indexed 2008-11-25):
Whats your MS Project story? Microsoft Project Server, Project Standard/Professional, Project Portfolio Server, or Project Web Access which is your story? Would you like to be famous by sharing it with Microsoft? What is in it for you? Collaboration with other customers like yourself Joint publicity Best Practices Access to those that design and support the MS Project and Project Portfolio Server To talk to a member of our staff about your deployment, send email to: epmstory@micros...(truncated)...
Microsoft TechEd North America 2009
(Indexed 2008-11-25):
Save the date: May 11-15 2009 in Los Angeles, California. We are back to single week covering both Developer and IT Professional communities. Expect to see some great Enterprise Project Management sessions. http://www.microsoft.com/events/teched2008/default.mspx [Image] and in case you missed I also expect to see you at the next Project Conference in September 2009 in Phoenix Arizona.[Image]
Microsoft Project 2007 Content Recently Published (October, November 2008)
(Indexed 2008-11-21):
Office Online Watch this: Up to speed with Project 2007 This six-part video series is designed to help you ramp up on project management and Microsoft Office Project 2007. How your project fits into the big picture This article describes how a project relates to other organizational terms, such as phases, processes, portfolios, and products. It also covers a projects deliverables, including products, results, and services. Ten Things You Can Learn about Project Management from Britney Spea...(truncated)...
How to configure Project Server 2007 Cube Building Service with SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services
(Indexed 2008-11-20):
A lot of you have been asking for it, the TechNet team just published it :) Requirements for using SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services with the Project Server 2007 Cube Building Service and yes Project Server 2007 is supported on SQL Server 2008 as stated here (bottom of the page): http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc197379.aspx Office Project Server 2007 supports Microsoft SQL Server 2008. However, you must install Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later as wel...(truncated)...
How to configure Project Server 2007 Cube Building Service with SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services
(Indexed 2008-11-20):
A lot of you have been asking for it, the TechNet team just published it :) Requirements for using SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services with the Project Server 2007 Cube Building Service and yes Project Server 2007 is supported on SQL Server 2008 as stated here (bottom of the page): http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc197379.aspx Office Project Server 2007 supports Microsoft SQL Server 2008. However, you must install Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later as wel...(truncated)...
Install updates for Microsoft Office Project 2007 Help
(Indexed 2008-11-18):
FYI we have released an update to the desktop help files for the following Office products (including Project !): Microsoft Office Access 2007, Excel 2007, InfoPath 2007, OneNote 2007, Outlook 2007, PowerPoint 2007, Project 2007, Publisher 2007, SharePoint Designer 2007, Visio 2007, Word 2007 Install updates for Microsoft Office 2007 Help Project 2007 help file can be downloaded here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=082...(truncated)... Microsoft has released updated Hel...(truncated)...
Announcing Windows 2008 URL Rewrite Module
(Indexed 2008-11-17):
Last week the URL Rewrite Module for IIS 7 was released, this could be useful for your Project Server and SharePoint Server deployment: URL Rewriter for IIS 7.0 enables Web administrators to create powerful rules to implement URLs that are easier for users to remember and easier for search engines to find. By using rule templates, rewrite maps and other functionality integrated into IIS Manager, administrators can easily set up rules to define URL rewriting behavior based on HTTP headers and ser...(truncated)...
How to deploy cumulative updates for Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-11-14):
The TechNet team has just published this key article Deploy cumulative updates (Project Server 2007) Please read this article prior to deploying any Project Server Cumulative Update. As a reminder the last cumulative update was released on October 28th: Announcing the release of the October Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007[Image]
Microsoft Project Server and Portfolio Server 2007 ActiveX Controls
(Indexed 2008-11-13):
Please find attached an inventory of ActiveX controls required for both Microsoft Project Server 2007 and Microsoft Portfolio Server 2007. These ActiveX controls need to be deployed on users desktop. Thanks Boris B for putting this together. [Image]
Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Architecture and Performance Management Webcasts
(Indexed 2008-11-11):
Please join us this week to the following two webcasts: TechNet Webcast: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Workload Scenarios and Reference Architecture (Level 300) Wednesday, November 12, 2008 - 1:00 P.M.2:00 P.M. Pacific Time In this webcast, we cover Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 workload scenarios and reference architecture to help you plan your deployment. We discuss typical product operations broken out by user roles and explain how they affect performance. We also present typic...(truncated)...
Announcing the Microsoft patterns and practices: SharePoint Guidance
(Indexed 2008-11-06):
This is a great assets for all SharePoint and Project Server developers: http://microsoft.com/spg Overview This guidance helps architects and developers build SharePoint intranet applications. A reference implementation (RI) demonstrates solutions to common architectural, development and lifecycle management challenges.This guidance discusses the following: Architectural decisions about patterns, feature factoring and packaging. Design tradeoffs for common decisions many developers encounter. I...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the October Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-10-29):
The October Cumulative Update was released on October 28th (please refer to this post: Announcing the release of the August Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007 for more information on Cumulative Updates and the first one released last August). Within the next weeks a TechNet article will be published to explain its deployment procedure and best practices. Knowledge Base Articles and Downloads Title ID KB URL Download URL Cumulative update packages for the 2007 Microsof...(truncated)...
Upcoming Microsoft Project 2007 and Project Server 2007 Service Pack 2
(Indexed 2008-10-25):
The Office Service Pack Team announced Service Pack 2 for 2007 Microsoft Office System. This new service pack will be released between February and April 2009. It will contain both client and server updates. At a high level it will contain the following for Project Server 2007: Improvements around processing status approvals from Office Project Web Access into Office Project Professional 2007 For SharePoint specific updates check this initial post: http://blogs.msdn.com/sharepoint/archive/200...(truncated)...
Save the date Microsoft Project Conference 2009
(Indexed 2008-10-22):
We announced this week at the PMI Global Congress the date and location of our next Project Conference. Microsoft Project Conference 2009 will be held in Phoenix, Arizona from September 14 to September 17 2009. Save the date! Look for further announcements and the ability to be notified when registrations starts on our official site: http://www.msprojectconference.com/[Image]
Project Server Session at TechEd EMEA in Barcelona
(Indexed 2008-10-22):
Steven Haden and I will be making the following presentation on November 7th at TechEd IT EMEA Professionals: Deploying Project Server 2007 in an existing SharePoint Server 2007 Farm Project Server is part of the Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) solution allowing the enterprises to create, select, plan and manage projects over their lifespan; it is made up of the following products, Project Professional, Project Server, and Project Portfolio Server 2007. This session will introduc...(truncated)...
How to secure your Project Server Reporting Services Reports
(Indexed 2008-10-22):
It seems SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is broadly used today in Project Server deployments to build custom reports and extract all the gold nuggets from our relational and decisional data stores (SQL Server Analysis Services cubes), specially when I see the success on this post: Services Sample Reports for Project Server This week I was asked this very good question: We are planning to develop custom reports in SQL Server Reporting Services for Project Server and the data available in cu...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Solution Elements and Data Flow - webcast
(Indexed 2008-10-21):
Come on join us for this free TechNet webcast on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada). In this webcast, we describe the elements of the Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 solution (Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007, Application Server, Microsoft SQL Server), and we cover Data Flow components and key areas for scalability. This webcast is part of a webcast series targeted at IT professionals. In the series, we present in detail key aspects to consider when yo...(truncated)...
Planning for fault tolerance and availability in Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-10-17):
The following article has just been published on TechNet: Planning for fault tolerance and availability in Project Server 2007 This article provides planning guidance for fault tolerance and availability in a Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 deployment. Sections includes the following topics: Availability Clustering Hardware redundancy RAID configurations Server role redundancy Log shipping Standby servers[Image]
Useful CodePlex tools for your Project Server Deployment
(Indexed 2008-10-17):
Its amazing to see how the CodePlex community has taken off during the past year. There are valuable tools and code samples being posted by products experts everyday. Please find below the latest nuggets I found that are applicable to your Project Server/SharePoint Server deployments: Performance Analysis of Logs (PAL) Toolhttp://www.codeplex.com/PAL The PAL (Performance Analysis of Logs) tool is a new and powerful tool that reads in a performance monitor counter log (any known format) and an...(truncated)...
Project Server and PerformancePoint Server Virtual Lab and Webcast
(Indexed 2008-10-16):
Following this post: Latest resources for Project Server and PerformancePoint Server Integration, please find below two key content that illustrates the added value for customers of leveraging Project Server 2007 and PerformancePoint Server 2007. Please find below the summary slide from the deck delivered at the last Business Intelligence Conference. [Image] TechNet Virtual Lab: Enterprise Project Management and Data Visualization using Microsoft BI Tools and Solutions After completing this ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Silverlight 2 Now Available
(Indexed 2008-10-14):
Silverlight 2.0 is now available! To find out more about Silverlight check the MSDN documentation here. Out of curiosity has any of you done any Silverlight customization for Project Server 2007? If yes please send me an email since Ill be curious to find out how you use Silverlight today with Project Server. [Image][Image]
Project Server Disaster Recovery Guide and Technical Library
(Indexed 2008-10-11):
Two important documents are have been published on TechNet this week. I like the single help file particularly since its a very easy way to get all our latest IT Professionals documentation in one location and be able to read it without being connected to the web: Plan for disaster recovery in Project Server 2007 This series of articles describes best practices for planning a disaster recovery solution for Microsoft Office Project Server 2007. Office Project Server 2007 Technical Library in C...(truncated)...
EPMCONNECT is now free! - Announcement to partners with the EPM Specialization
(Indexed 2008-10-03):
As of the 1st October 2008 EPMConnect is now freely available to all partners with the EPM Specialization We invite you to take a tour of the newly enhanced site www.epmconnect.com/partner encompassing improved functionality and all new documentation to navigate you through the site. Any questions feedback or support should go through EPMCONNECT helpdesk , click on link to raise a call. WHY SHOULD I MARKET ON EPMCONNECT? EPMCONNECT markets your partner solutions to customers on a worldwide sca...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 with AJAX Web Part
(Indexed 2008-10-02):
Brian Smiths has just published the Building an AJAX Web Part for Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 sample code on MSDN Code Gallery. Time to bring mapping capability into Project Web Access! [Image][Image]
Visual Studio Team System 2010 and Project Server
(Indexed 2008-10-02):
Ameya Bhatawdekar has posted the following video on Visual Studio Team System 2010 and Business Alignment his blog today: Achieving Business Alignment with Visual Studio Team System 2010 Agile Planning Templates in Visual Studio Team System 2010 Enterprise Project Management with Visual Studio Team System 2010 (you can find the associated SilverLight demo on EPMConnect) Requirements Management and Traceability with Visual Studio Team System 2010 [Image][Image]
Newly Published Content for Project Portfolio Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-09-30):
The following guides have been published for Project Portfolio Server 2007: Environment Migration Guide - This guide describes how to migrate Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 from one environment to another one. This scenario is frequently used to duplicate a production environment as a QA or Development environment. http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=C08...(truncated)... Gateway Guide - This guide describes the Gateway functionality for syncing Microsoft Off...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Solution Overview and System Elements - webcast
(Indexed 2008-09-30):
Come on join us for this free TechNet webcast on Wednesday, October 01, 2008 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada). In this webcast, we introduce the Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 solution and the main product components. We describe key concepts such as high availability and scalability, which should be taken into account when planning and deploying Project Server 2007. This introductory webcast is part of a webcast series targeted at IT professionals. In the series, we present in detail k...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the August Cumulative Update for Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-09-26):
The Microsoft Office team has changed the way that it delivers hot fixes for reported problems by moving away from the current priority-driven hot fix release model to a scheduled delivery model. This change comes in the form of cumulative updates and critical on-demand (COD) hotfixes. The objective is to deliver high-quality fixes in an acceptable time and on a predictable schedule-every two months so its creates more predictability for customers. Customers who need an emergency fix can reques...(truncated)...
Latest resources for Project Server and PerformancePoint Server Integration
(Indexed 2008-09-25):
The EPM data structures represent two decades worth of investment and refinement in the field of project management. This mission critical line of business application with its predefine and extendable schema can be enhanced and delivered by the Microsoft Business Intelligence capabilities. So a recurring question these days is where can I find information on how to integrate Project Server 2007 and PerformancePoint Server 2007 for instance. Here are a couple pointers to start with, bottom line ...(truncated)...
Announcing the Microsoft Project Server 2007 IT Professionals TechNet webcast series
(Indexed 2008-09-24):
Starting October 1st, 2008, Michael Jordan (Lead Architect MCS EPM Global Practice | WW COE for EPM) will present a series of Project Server 2007 webcast on TechNet targeted at IT Professionals. These 60 minutes webcasts will present in details key aspects to consider when you evaluate, plan, deploy, and operate Project Server 2007 specifically: Solution Overview and System Elements Solution Elements and Data Flow Workload Scenarios and Reference Architecture Network Communication Server...(truncated)...
Video blogs on Task Statusing on http://blogs.msdn.com/project
(Indexed 2008-09-23):
Shameless copy from Brians post this morning: Treb and Dave are working on a series of Silverlight video blogs around task statusing and timetracking and specifically what the administrative options do, and the first is live at http://blogs.msdn.com/project/archive/2008/09/23/video-revie...(truncated)... and as you can guess from the URL it covers task settings and display settings in the Server Settings page. As a side note, if you want to see Brian and I in action, check the following video f...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Content Recently Published (July, August, September)
(Indexed 2008-09-22):
Please find below an inventory of the content published for the past three months by the Office EPM UA team, feel free to forward this email to your customers and partners: Office Online Watch this: Use lag and lead timeThis demo shows how to use lag and lead time to create gaps and overlaps between tasks in a project. Watch this: Show the critical pathThis demo shows you several ways to display a projects critical tasks. It also shows how to display multiple critical paths in a single project....(truncated)...
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and Project Server 2007 Connector Information
(Indexed 2008-09-22):
Last June, Dynamics AX 2009 was released with an out of the box connector to Project Server 2007. If you are interested in learning more about the integration between the two products check the following documentation: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Client Help Files specifically AxInfoWk.chm, and search for Project Server: [Image][Image]
Newly published content for Office Project Server 2007, week of September 15, 2008
(Indexed 2008-09-19):
Key content has just been published on TechNet: Database maintenance plans for Project Server 2007 This chapter describes best practices for creating database maintenance plans for Project Server 2007 databases. Project Server 2007 Hyper-V guide This downloadable, 37-page document provides IT administrators with information about how to set up Project Server 2007 in a Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V environment. This guide includes technical information, procedures, and recommendations regardi...(truncated)...
Virtual Machine Configuration to Hyper-V Import Tool
(Indexed 2008-09-19):
Matthijs has created a tool that will help you import your Virtual Machine Configuration (VMC) file from both Virtual PC and Virtual Server to the equivalent Hyper-V configuration: http://blogs.technet.com/matthts/archive/2008/09/12/vmc-to-h...(truncated)... A related post I did to help you migrate virtual image to Hyper-V: How to upgrade Microsoft Project VPC to Hyper-V[Image]
New Online Training Courses for Microsoft Excel Services
(Indexed 2008-09-15):
FYI a recent post from the Excel team: If you're new to Excel Services and are looking to understand what the product can do for you, these four training courses are a good introduction. Note that these courses don't cover the breadth of functionality in Excel Services, so I recommend supplementing this material with additional books, blogs, etc. on Excel Services if you are interested in learning more. Excel Services I: The basics: Use Excel Services to publish an Excel 2007 spreadsheet to yo...(truncated)...
Evaluating Application Performance on Hyper-V
(Indexed 2008-09-09):
The BiztTalk team has published great content on TechNet that could be leveraged to implement and measure performance of SharePoint Server or Project Server virtualization on Hyper-V: Measuring Performance on Hyper-V Measuring Disk I/O Performance Measuring Memory Performance Measuring Network Performance Measuring Processor Performance Tools for Measuring Performance Optimizing Performance on Hyper-V Allocate 110%125% of the Hardware Resources to the Hyper-V Virtual Machines Optim...(truncated)...
Announcing the release of the Solution Connector for Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 on MSDN Code Gallery
(Indexed 2008-09-09):
The Solution Connector for Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 has been released on MSDN Code Gallery: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/PPSSolutionConnector This solution starter was created to support both the Capital Planning & Investment Control for Federal Government (CPIC) and Innovation Process Management (IPM) solutions. In these solutions projects and ideas are captured in SharePoint and at a specific point in the workflow pushed to Project Portfolio Server 2007 (utilizing th...(truncated)...
Project Server Hyper-V and Active Directory Synchronization Documentation
(Indexed 2008-09-02):
Bonjour, two key documents has been published on TechNet last week: Plan for using Project Server 2007 in a Hyper-V virtual environment and see this post for more Hyper-V info Project Server Hyper-V Virtualization Support and Licensing This article provides preliminary guidance for using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 with the Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V virtualization technology. The scope of this guidance covers Microsoft Office Project Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, and...(truncated)...
My Blog Statistics
(Indexed 2008-08-28):
A few weeks ago, I did my 200th post since starting this blog, so following Brian Smiths initiative I wanted to share with you statistic I have gathered from you dear readers :) for the past 90 days using Microsoft adCenter. Its interesting to see what content you read and how you find it using your favorite search engine, Im also surprised by the variety of languages that hit my blog, Im impressed with the diversity! If you have a wish list of posts or comments about this blog, feel free to sen...(truncated)...
Project Server Hyper-V Virtualization Support and Licensing
(Indexed 2008-08-21):
Please find an important announcement from the SharePoint team that impact the Project Server 2007 world as well: Update on Licensing and Virtualization Support for SharePoint Products and Technologies Project Server 2007 Service Pack and later is now officially supported on Windows 2008 Hyper-V: Microsoft server software and supported virtualization environments (KB 957006) Except a Project Server Hyper-V Guide to be published on TechNet in the next few weeks Read the licensing update which ap...(truncated)...
Sample code acceptance checklist for IT organizations
(Indexed 2008-08-16):
The following useful article was published for SharePoint: Sample code acceptance checklist for IT organizations Checklist covers the following areas (also contains a printable version): Security Session management Validation Sensitive data Exception handling Web parts Documentation General software development best practices This article also contains a great list of Resources for SharePoint development best practices Since Project Server 2007 is built on top of SharePoint most of the content...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Infrastructure Update Webcast Slides
(Indexed 2008-08-14):
The slide deck with an overview of the Project and Project Server 2007 Infrastructure Update has been posted on EPMConnect: A briefing on the released Project Infrastructure Update - the quality has just got even better This 53 slide deck contains the following: Introduction Infrastructure Update Walkthrough Known Issues Deployment Best Practices The demo image used during the presentation is our standard Project Portfolio Management virtual image (email proj2007@microsoft.com to get a copy...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 and AJAX.NET
(Indexed 2008-08-13):
Thanks to Boris Scholl :) Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 is built on top of Windows Sharepoint Services, so you might think you can develop AJAX Web Parts as you do in Windows Sharepoint Services, right? Unfortunately its not that easy. Actually the Web Part development process is the same, but you need to configure Project Server 2007 for AJAX support. Heres what you need to do: You must configure the Project Web application and the Shared Services Provider Web Application to support cal...(truncated)...
Project Reportcard Solution Starter On CodePlex
(Indexed 2008-08-13):
Bob Segrest from BSegE LLC has recently published the following project on CodePlex: Project Reportcard (http://www.codeplex.com/ProjectReportcard) The Project Reportcard was developed as a tool to help Project Managers assess their projects based on organizational standards implemented by their PMO. Understanding what the organizational KPIs are going to look like before their project update is published, can help a project manager avoid non-compliance issues and prepare to address real pr...(truncated)...
Deploy the Infrastructure Update for Office Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-08-11):
If case you have missed it, there is a useful TechNet article that describe how to deploy the Infrastructure Update for Project Server: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc671413.aspx The equivalent SharePoint article is here: Install the Infrastructure Update for Microsoft Office Servers (Office SharePoint Server 2007) and in case you missed it: Announcing the availability of the Project and Project Server 2007 Infrastructure Update[Image]
How to deploy the Project Infrastructure Update on a virtual image (VHD)?
(Indexed 2008-08-08):
On July 15, 2008 we released the Infrastructure Update: Announcing the availability of the Project and Project Server 2007 Infrastructure Update Please find below the procedure to update a standalone virtual image (VHD). Depending on what data you have in your VPC you might require additional disk space (dont forget to clean ULS logs for instance) to deploy the Infrastructure Update, please refer to this post on how to do it: How to extend the size of a virtual image (VHD)? Create an image...(truncated)...
How to extend the size of a virtual image (VHD)?
(Indexed 2008-08-08):
Lets assume you have an EPM demo VPC with one disk and one partition of 19.53GB and youd like to extend it to install additional software. [Image] Download VhdResizer, open the VHD you want to update and set its new size to 25GB for instance (Dynamic type) [Image] Boot VHD using Windows PE (Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) 2.0 is a minimal Win32 operating system with limited services, built on the Windows Vista kernel) for instanceGo at the command line and launch DISKPAR...(truncated)...
Welcome to the Project Server Help Blog
(Indexed 2008-08-08):
The blogging community is growing thanks to the Project Experts team, want to find out how to modify timesheet views and more check it out: [Image] RSS Subscription[Image]
Announcing the release of SQL Server 2008
(Indexed 2008-08-07):
Its official: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2008/aug08/08-06SQL...(truncated)... Check out the official site: [Image] Why consider SQL Server 2008 for your EPM farm? Before upgrading your EPM production farm please wait for the official supportability statements (will also blog about it as usual :)) in the meantime happy testing in a DEV environment.[Image]
Project Server and PerformancePoint Server 2007 session at Business Intelligence Conference
(Indexed 2008-08-07):
William Brown from Symmetry Corporation and I will be giving the following session at the upcoming Business Intelligence Conference next October in Seattle: Performance Management for Projects using Microsoft Project and Office PerformancePoint Server 2007 Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) solution allows the enterprise to create, select, plan and manage projects over their lifespan; it is made up of the following products (Project Professional, Project Server, and Project Portfolio...(truncated)...
Microsoft Support Lifecycle and Project Server
(Indexed 2008-08-06):
Do you ever wonder how long we support our software and software updates such as Service Packs for instance? For instance how long will Project Server 2007 Service Pack 1 will be supported? All the answers can be found on this site: http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/ Some useful links: SharePoint Server 2007 http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/?p1=11373 Project Professional & Standard 2007 http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/?p1=11381 Project Server 2007 http://support.microsof...(truncated)...
How to upgrade your laptop/desktop to Windows Server 2008?
(Indexed 2008-08-05):
I have recently converted several desktops and laptops to Windows Server 2008 x64 to essentially leverage Hyper-V and be able to run x64 bit images of Project Server (Virtual PC nor Virtual Server can host x64 images). Ive had not had any software nor hardware limitations by making the move, all my devices work fine (used Vistas x64 drivers) (smartcard reader, webcam, wifi) as well as some of my favorite software's (Office, Messenger, LiveWriter, Visual Studio to name a few :)) and performance ...(truncated)...
Configure Excel Calculation Services with Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-07-31):
Published last week on TechNet: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc770224(TechNet.10).aspx and if you want to see sample Excel Services reports in an EPM context, check the following: http://blogs.msdn.com/chrisfie/archive/2008/04/13/new-excel-...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 as a Development Platform
(Indexed 2008-07-31):
From September 29 to October 2, 2008 there will be an EPMU Developer Training Class; its a great opportunity to learn how to customize the Project Server 2007 platform and address you business specifics needs: Office Project Server 2007 Developer Training DESCRIPTION This course is designed for Developers extending, developing and integrating with Project Server 2007. This online, instructor-led course provides a deep dive into using Project Server 2007 as a Developer Platform with numerous code...(truncated)...
Composite Application Guidance for WPF
(Indexed 2008-07-27):
This is a major piece of IP if you are doing Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) client applications for Project for instance :) : http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc707819.aspx Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) provides developers with a unified programming model for building rich Windows smart client user experiences that incorporate UI, media, and documents. Summary The Composite Application Guidance for WPF is designed to help you more easily build enterprise-level Windows Pre...(truncated)...
New EPM Content Blog
(Indexed 2008-07-26):
Robert Hoover, a Technical Writer on the Project team has recently created a blog that will highlight new technical content for Microsoft's Enterprise Project Management solutions. Start a RSS subscription to that blog to stay up to date! [Image][Image]
Microsoft Project Content Recently Published (June-July)
(Indexed 2008-07-22):
Office Online Content and Demo Videos Connect with other Project users Connecting with the community of Project users has now gotten more interesting with the addition of more community resources. Project functions for custom fields Examples have been added to this popular article to you customize Project functions and fields. Use Project 2007 on Office Live You can now use Office Live to share Project files. Watch this: Create an inter-project dependency Watch the video on creating relationsh...(truncated)...
Announcing the availability of the Project and Project Server 2007 Infrastructure Update
(Indexed 2008-07-15):
On July 15th, 2008 Microsoft announced the availability of the Infrastructure Update for Office Servers. The Infrastructure Update for Office Servers is a set of updates to improve platform performance and contain several customer driven fixes. The updates are applicable to Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Microsoft Search Server 2008 & Microsoft Search Server 2008 Express, Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 and Microsoft Office Project 2007. There are...(truncated)...
Microsoft Hypervisor Technology (Hyper-V) is RTM
(Indexed 2008-06-26):
Released today, a good overview in this press release: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2008/jun08/06-26...(truncated)... Time to upgrade your EPM VPCs: http://blogs.msdn.com/chrisfie/archive/2008/06/25/how-to-upg...(truncated)... Hyper-V RTM Packages This is the complete Hyper-V RTM package for Windows Server 2008 x64. This package must be installed on the Hyper-V Parent Partition. It includes the Hyper-V Server components for Full and Core installations. In addition, is contains th...(truncated)...
How to analyze Microsoft Project Server HTTP traffic
(Indexed 2008-06-25):
What is the bandwidth requirement for Project Web Access (PWA)? How long does it take to load specific PWA pages? What are all HTTP calls for each component that make up a page? Why is the page taking so long to load? etc If case you did not know, the easiest way to gather this information and answer the previous questions is to use this free tool called Fiddler. [Image] What is Fiddler? Fiddler is a Web Debugging Proxy which logs all HTTP(S) traffic between your computer and the Internet. Fid...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server TechCenter
(Indexed 2008-06-25):
We have just launched a new TechCenter dedicated to Project Portfolio Server in TechNet, expect more documentation in the future: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/office/projportserver/default.aspx [Image][Image]
How to upgrade Microsoft Project VPC to Hyper-V
(Indexed 2008-06-25):
Assuming you have downloaded the latest EPM 2007 demo VPC, please find below the procedure to convert it to Hyper-V (from Virtual PC); yes I have upgraded my Lenovo T61P from Windows Vista to Windows Server 2008 Enterprise 64-bit to run Hyper-V anywhere! Within Hyper-V Add Hardware > Legacy Network Adapter (required to activate Windows later on) [Image] Since the host is now 64 bit (Hyper-V requirement in case you missed it) the guest OS needs to be re-activated [Image] Activate Windows 200...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Fx (mpFx) Version 1.0 -- Coming Soon... Help Needed!
(Indexed 2008-06-23):
Microsoft Project Fx (mpFx) is a class library that wraps the Project Server Interface (PSI) to foster code reuse, reduce complexity, and increase productivity for those developers building solutions with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007.Version 1.0 will be released as a community project to CodePlex in the next few weeks. The development team needs your help! The class library provides easy semantics for doing many operations in PSI. Here is an example: // Create an instance of Project...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Server 2007 Books
(Indexed 2008-06-18):
While there are a lot of books on Microsoft Project 2007 (the desktop application), for instance: Microsoft Office Project 2007 Inside Out Microsoft Office Project 2007 Step by Step as far as I know only two books have been published so far on Project Server 2007: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: The Complete Reference by Dave Gochberg and Rob Stewart (Paperback, 647 pages, Jan 22, 2008) Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Unleashed by QuantumPM LLC (Paperback, 1296 pages, Nov 1, 2007...(truncated)...
SharePoint Performance Tuning References
(Indexed 2008-06-18):
Thanks to Roger Lamb please find references to improve SharePoints and Project Server performance: Case Study: Using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server to implement a large-scale content storage scenario with rapid search availability (TechNet) White paper: Database Maintenance for Microsoft SharePoint Products and Technologies (TechNet) White paper: Scaling SharePoint 2007 - Storage Architecture (Knowledgelake) Physical storage recommendations (Office SharePoint Server) (TechNet) How to defra...(truncated)...
Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Demos
(Indexed 2008-06-17):
Are you a Microsoft partner? Would you like to see these reports live ?: New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server New Excel Services Sample Reports for Project Server What is Innovation Process Management? Why should you consider using Office SharePoint Server and not just WSS V3 when you deploy Project Server or Project Portfolio Server 2007? To find out these answers and more, check out the following two VPC available on our Partner portal: [Image] Title Description P...(truncated)...
Microsoft Project Content Recently Published
(Indexed 2008-06-14):
Demo Videos Watch this: Use lag and lead time This demo shows how to use lag and lead time to create gaps and overlaps between tasks in a project. Watch this: Create a project This demo shows how to create a project, set project properties, and set file properties. Watch this: Set up a recurring task This demo shows how to create a task that repeats on a set schedule throughout a project. Watch this: Split a task This demo shows how to interrupt a task, creating a gap between two portions ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-06-12):
Last week we released Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009, and with it comes an out of the box integration with Project Server 2007. [Image] Both products address a common scenario: Line Of Business Integration (LOBI) between an ERP system and Project Server; in this case no need for custom code (check out the LOBI session code sample Brian Smith and I did at TechEd Developer last week in Orlando)! Press Release: http://www.microsoft.com/Presspass/press/2008/jun08/06-02Dyn...(truncated)... Dynamics Web...(truncated)...
Latest SharePoint Developer Resources
(Indexed 2008-06-08):
Following TechEd Developers USA last week please find below key updates for SharePoint developers (which all Project Server developers are :)): SharePoint Development for .NET Developers A new landing page for SharePoint developers with lots of new content. Everything from videos and online MSDN Virtual Labs to sample PPTs and Demos for presentations. Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Tools: Visual Studio 2008 Extensions, Version 1.2 Tools for developing custom SharePoint applications: Visual ...(truncated)...
Microsoft Office Project at TechED IT Professionals next week
(Indexed 2008-06-07):
Simon Floyd, Michael Jordan, Emmanuel Fadullon, and myself will be attending TechEd IT Professionals next week in Orlando and well be delivering the following EPM sessions: Code Title Time Description OFC255 Best Practices: Enabling Innovation Process Management Using Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management Solution and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Tuesday, June 10 10:30 AM In todays fast-paced global economy, innovation is the key to the next big breakthrough in products,...(truncated)...
How to display Microsoft Project Tasks Notes field in a report
(Indexed 2008-06-04):
In MS Project you have the ability to add notes to each tasks in a project plan. This data is stored as an Image Data Type in the SQL database called TASK_RTF_NOTES (not that the field TASK_NOTES is a nvarchar of size 255, thus youll only get the first 255 characters displayed). So how can you render the entire note field using SQL Server Reporting Services? Before giving you the answer a special thank you to Sam Brooks from Microsoft for passing along this solution:[Image] (SQL Reporting Servic...(truncated)...
Project Sever Developer Bookmarks
(Indexed 2008-06-03):
Hello, For TechEd for Developers in Orlando I have compiled about 100 bookmarks Project developers should be aware of when customizing Project Server or Project 2007. This list contains bookmarks to key developers resources (MSDN, code samples from blogs, CodePlex, Code Gallery etc) organized by themes such as: ProjectSharePointVBAPSI ExtensionReportingReporting ServicesAnalysis ServicesExcel ServicesWindows Workflow FoundationToolsLine of Business IntegrationBusiness Data CatalogInfopathHappy c...(truncated)...
Project Server Developer Bookmarks
(Indexed 2008-06-03):
Hello, For TechEd for Developers in Orlando I have compiled about 100 bookmarks Project developers should be aware of when customizing Project Server or Project 2007. This list contains bookmarks to key developers resources (MSDN, code samples from blogs, CodePlex, Code Gallery etc) organized by themes such as: ProjectSharePointVBAPSI ExtensionReportingReporting ServicesAnalysis ServicesExcel ServicesWindows Workflow FoundationToolsLine of Business IntegrationBusiness Data CatalogInfopathDon't f...(truncated)...
VBA to VSTO
(Indexed 2008-05-30):
A recurring topic these days: to customize Project Professional 2007 should I be using VBA or VSTO? Jack Dahlgren has just published a great post on the subject: Making the move from VBA to VSTO in Microsoft Project highlighting two benefits of switching to VSTO: ClickOnce deployment ClickOnce deployment allows you to publish Windows-based applications to a Web server or network file share for simplified installation. Visual Studio provides full support for publishing and updating applications...(truncated)...
Project at TechED Developers next week
(Indexed 2008-05-30):
Boris Scholl, Brian Smith and I will be attending TechEd Developers 2008 in Orlando next week. Well be delivering the following sessions: Customizing the Microsoft Office Project Web Access User Interface Line-of-Business Integration Using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Code Samples TechEd 2008 Preview Part 1 Project Server 2007 Line of Business Integration with the Business Data Catalog TechEd 2008 Preview Part 2 Project Server 2007 Li...(truncated)...
Project 2007 with Mac OS
(Indexed 2008-05-30):
A few of you are wondering if Project Standard/Professional (desktop) and Project Web Access (Project Server web based client) run on a non Windows operating system and in particular on a Macintosh running on MAC OS. First as a reminder the desktop requirements for Project and PWA 2007 are (Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management Solution system requirements): Operating System Browser Project 2007 Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, or later ...(truncated)...
Project Server IT Professionals Bookmarks
(Indexed 2008-05-29):
For the upcoming TechEd for IT Professionals in Orlando we have prepared a list of about 70 bookmarks Project Server IT Professionals should be aware of. This list contains bookmarks to valuable resources such as deployment guides, deployment templates, recommended RSS feeds subscriptions, books, training course, etc Also note the following newly released project templates: Microsoft Office 2007 deployment (clean installation or upgrade from Office 2003) Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 d...(truncated)...
How to control Lookup Table updates?
(Indexed 2008-05-28):
Brian Smith and I just finished putting together code samples for the Project Server 2007 session well deliver at the TechEd Developer conference next week entitled: Line-of-Business Integration Using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Please find the first piece of code well leverage next week: Project Server 2007 Lookup Table Update Control on MSDN Code Gallery. Out of the box you cannot control updates of specific lookup tables in Project Server 2...(truncated)...
How to track progress using Hours per Day in My Tasks?
(Indexed 2008-05-27):
Since Service Pack 1 of Project Server 2007 users have the ability to track progress by hours per day as shown below: Standard My Tasks web part settings My Task web part with Hours per Day activated [Image] [Image] To do that you will have to activate the Hours per day setting of the My Tasks web part (edit page (need to be admin) > Edit > Modify Shared Web Part > Project Web Access > check hours per day) : [Image][Image]
TechNet Update and Best Practices for Managing the Project Server Queue Service
(Indexed 2008-05-23):
Office Server product pages on TechNet have been updated with following (thanks Efren for the description): [Image] Whats new on the Office system page: Full product listing front and center. Highlights section is relatively static and will promote events (such as a SharePoint conference) and Service Packs (which are always popular). Whats new on the TechCenter pages: Life cycle tabs (Evaluate, Plan, Deploy, Operate) this is a feature specific to Office. Contains specific content to get the...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 Sample Databases
(Indexed 2008-05-22):
I published today on MSDN Code Gallery the sample Project Server 2007 databases (the four PS databases + SharePoints content db) used in our latest core demonstration VPC: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/PS2007SampleDB To search all EPM projects on Code Gallery use this link. If you want to populate your own Project Server database, I recommend this CodePlex tool: EPM 2007 Test Data Population Tool[Image]
SharePoint Developers Webcast
(Indexed 2008-05-21):
Due to the fact that Project Server 2007 is built on top of Windows SharePoint Services V3, a lot of customizations and development around the solution leverage SharePoint. This series of webcast is thus a great opportunity to learn about performing SharePoint customizations: http://blogs.msdn.com/sharepoint/archive/2008/05/20/develope...(truncated)... In this 10 part series, you will receive practical technical information from Robert Bogue and Andrew Connell, both SharePoint MVPs, covering 10...(truncated)...
How to Rename Projects After a Project Server 2007 Migration
(Indexed 2008-05-15):
You have probably noticed after a Project Server 2003 to a Project Server 2007 migration that all the project name have the string _Published appended at the end (check Migration guide for Office Project Server 2007). Mike Shughrue has written a tool that will bulk rename all the projects in one click as shown below: [Image] I have published the executable and the source code for this tool on MSDN Code Gallery: http://code.msdn.microsoft.com/PS2007Rename Since in the past I have published code ...(truncated)...
Leveraging the published Project Server Reporting Database Schema
(Indexed 2008-05-09):
A key success to a Project Server deployment are meaningful reports and dashboards for everyone in the organization. Even though PS comes with standard reports; in order to meet your exact business needs you might have to create custom reports using products such as SQL Server Reporting Services (which by the way will have a new version that comes with the SQL 2008 release that contains great graphical indicators such as gauges due to acquisition of Dundas Data Visualization Inc.s Data Visualiza...(truncated)...
Section 508 VPATs for Microsoft Project
(Indexed 2008-05-07):
http://www.microsoft.com/industry/government/products/section508.mspx The following VPAT documents describe how the accessibility features of Microsoft products help federal agencies address the requirements of Section 508 Standards. A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template, or VPAT, is a standardized form developed by the Information Technology Industry Council to show how a software product meets key regulations of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. The act requires all agencies and depa...(truncated)...
How to deploy the Timesheet Compliance Report
(Indexed 2008-05-07):
I recently posted a series of SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports that are used in our newly updated EPM demo VPC: New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server. Since a few people asked for a step by step guide to use these reports on another Project Server instance, here is the procedure/recommendation for the most popular one the Timesheet Compliance Report. First you need to have a basic understanding of the PS 2007 database schema as well as T-SQL (MS SQL programming...(truncated)...
I love my Hyper-V!
(Indexed 2008-05-02):
Recently reformatted my desktop to Windows 2008 Enterprise 64-bit (use to run Vista 32-bit) and activated Hyper-V RC. I have tested two of my favorite EPM VPC (Core EPM 2007 demo VPC and my Development VPC) and so far it just rocks. Such an improvement compare to Virtual PC on Vista! I have only scratched the surface of what Hyper-V can do, but basic things like compressing a disk took a fraction of the time it took on the same machine with Virtual PC. [Image] More info on Hyper-V can be found ...(truncated)...
Project Content Recently Published
(Indexed 2008-05-02):
Please find below a recap of all content released by the Project User Assistance group during the past two months, happy reading/watching and keep deploying the EPM stack! Office Online content: The PWA Role Guides These role guides present broad overviews of Office Project Web Access functionality from the perspective of the different roles your organization might have. Available fields This article lists all the fields available to users of Microsoft Office Project 2007. Set working times, va...(truncated)...
PerformancePoint Server Virtual Labs
(Indexed 2008-05-01):
As mentioned in the past PerformancePoint Server 2007 is RTM!, PerformancePoint Server (PPS) could be of great value to EPM deployments. To ramp up on PPS and actually practice in a live environment check the following TechNet hands on labs (free of charge!): TechNet Virtual Lab: Microsoft Office Performance Point Server 2007 - Dashboard End to End After completing this lab, you will be better able to open Dashboard Designer and connect to a data source, create a scorecard and make necessary a...(truncated)...
Install Project Server 2007 in Windows Server 2008
(Indexed 2008-04-30):
This article discusses the requirements and steps for installing Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 in a stand-alone Windows Server 2008 environment. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc531331.aspx If you are looking for reasons why you should deploy PS 2007 on Windows Server 2008, check this white paper: Advantages of Deploying SharePoint Products and Technologies with Windows Server 2008 (Office SharePoint Server 2007) When planning an implementation of Microsoft Office SharePoint S...(truncated)...
Microsoft Launches WorldWide Simulated Robotics Competition
(Indexed 2008-04-25):
Un-related to EPM :) but very cool: http://www.robochamps.com Today Microsoft unveils RoboChamps (www.robochamps.com), a simulated robotics league that is open to academics, hobbyists and developers from around the world, that demonstrates the power of the Microsoft platform to enable a broad range of developers to explore new ways to use .NET for robotics programming. RoboChamps is built on top of the Microsoft Robotics Developer Studio(MSRDS) 2008 CTP, and uses that products robust, physics e...(truncated)...
Project Server Load Balancing Using F5
(Indexed 2008-04-22):
Ryan Korock from F5 has shared the following suggestions when discussing load balancing for Project Server: Load Balancing Method - Because of the nature of HTTP, any of the load balancing methods will work fairly well (this is not always true for other protocols). I suggest using least connections or predictive, as they start to take into account system performance when determining where to send the next connection. Persistence Although most Project Server deployments do not require persist...(truncated)...
Active Directory/AD Resource Synch Utility on CodePlex
(Indexed 2008-04-22):
Another great tool from Mike Shughrue has been published on CodePlex: http://www.codeplex.com/PS2007ADResSync From the documentation contained in the utility (zip file): OverviewThe out of the box active directory sync for Project Server 2007 only moves a fixed set of fields from AD to Project Server. In some cases, additional AD fields need to be mapped to resource custom fields. The ResourceSync service can be run after the out of the box AD sync to move the additional AD fields. Source Code...(truncated)...
Tools available to test Project and Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-04-21):
Please find below an inventory of tools that can be used to perform the following tests: Capacity Planning & Scalability Tests & Performance Tests Testing & stress testing customizations (event handlers, COM add-in ) Do not use these tools in a Production environment. Tool Description Comments Test Framework Controller/client test framework can be used to test any assembly or .exe with and object model (Project Professional 2007 and/or any MS Office app) Great tool recently published on C...(truncated)...
Must-read Newly published SharePoint White Papers
(Indexed 2008-04-19):
On a weekly basis I always check this two great source of information on TechNet (ideally Id love to be able to have an RSS subscription to these pages): Newly published content for Office SharePoint Server 2007 Newly published content for Office Project Server 2007 The April 14, 2008 release contains a lot of very useful white papers as listed below, (its the end of week so plenty of time to read during the week-end!): White paper: Office SharePoint Server farm architecture This white pape...(truncated)...
Deploying a Custom Event Handler Has Never Been Easier!
(Indexed 2008-04-15):
Last week I announced the release of a new solution starter on CodePlex: Persist SQL Server Analysis Services Roles settings Solution Starter on CodePlex, one of the great hidden treasure of that code sample is an automatic installer that deploys the custom event handler created. Mike Shughrue and Steven Haden have written this piece of code. I encourage to reuse it in all your custom Project Server Events to ease the deployment (there is also this great tool to manage events once they are deplo...(truncated)...
New Excel Services Sample Reports for Project Server
(Indexed 2008-04-13):
Following this post (New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server), please find below the list of Excel Services (samples attached) reports included in the newly released demo VPC.If you want to learn more about Excel Services (requires SharePoint Server) two new great books have been published on the subject:Wrox Press: Beginning Excel Services Wrox Press: Professional Excel ServicesBusiness Alignment Analysis[Image] Governance Phase Analysis[Image] Investment Analysis[Image] Re...(truncated)...
Dont forget to dispose your SharePoint Objects!
(Indexed 2008-04-11):
A week ago I pointed to a sample piece of code to retrieve Project Server Settings, today I came across this excellent post from Roger Lamb: SharePoint 2007 and WSS 3.0 Dispose Patterns by Example. If you are using SharePoint objects dont forget to dispose them! In the code sample mentioned earlier that is why the using directive is used since in C# objects are disposed when it leaves the scope:using (SPSite sspSite = new SPSite(sspGuid)){ if (sspSSL) _sspURL = string.Format("https://...(truncated)...
Description of the Project Server 2007 hotfix package: April 3, 2008
(Indexed 2008-04-11):
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;950816 As mentioned before the best way to stay up to date with hotfix/KB articles and be proactive, is to subscribe to the following RSS feeds: Project Server 2007 Project 2007 (desktop) Project Portfolio Server 2007[Image]
Persist SQL Server Analysis Services Roles settings Solution Starter on CodePlex
(Indexed 2008-04-10):
A new solution starter that demonstrates how to persist SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) Roles settings in the Project Server OLAP database was released today on CodePlex. For instance you might require to create specific Roles in your OLAP database if you have non Project Server users that need to access the database, for instance PerformancePoint users. During the standard Cube Building process in Project Server 2007, any manually added OLAP Roles in an OLAP database are deleted. The Cube b...(truncated)...
New SQL Reporting Services Sample Reports for Project Server
(Indexed 2008-04-10):
We have released last week an updated version of our EPM 2007 demo VPC. Please find below the SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports used in that VPC.All these SSRS reports are using the Project Server 2007 Reporting database as a data source.Please note the Earned Value Trend reports will require a custom stored procedure (included in the attachment).This pack includes the following reports:Earned Value Trend[Image] Project List[Image]Issues [Image]Risks[Image]Portfolio Status[Image]Orga...(truncated)...
Retrieving Project Server Settings via Code
(Indexed 2008-04-02):
Excellent post from Martin Winzig (thanks Chris Boyd for blogging it) : http://projectserver.cz/cms/index.php?itemid=35 Basically this code sample will retrieve the Shared Service Providers name (using reflection) as well as each of the four Project Server database connection strings. It thus eliminates storing extra information in configuration files and makes customization easier to deploy and maintain. Code sample here with ProjectInfo object.[Image]
Available roles for Project Web Access
(Indexed 2008-04-02):
FYI, they are now available (similar to EPM 2003) here: Learn about available roles for Project Web Access Depending on your role in your organization and what security permissions are assigned to you, you will have access to different features of Microsoft Office Project Web Access. The following role guides present broad overviews of Office Project Web Access functionality from the perspective of the different roles you might have. Role Guide/Description Administrator role guideUse this guide...(truncated)...
Description of the Project Server 2007 hotfix package: March 22, 2008
(Indexed 2008-03-29):
FYI just release on our Knowledge Base: 949982 Also note the following article: How to obtain the latest service pack for the 2007 Office server products If if you want to stay up to date with KB articles I recommend a subscription to the following RSS feeds: http://blogs.msdn.com/chrisfie/archive/2007/05/23/project-se...(truncated)...
Project Server and Portfolio Server Sessions at TechEd 2008
(Indexed 2008-03-28):
TechED 2008 Developers and TechEd 2008 - IT Professionals are two months away! Please find below the EPM sessions that will be delivered at these events: TechED 2008 Developers Customizing the Microsoft Office Project Web Access User Interface Line-of-Business Integration Using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Project Initiation Using Microsoft Office InfoPath and Windows Workflow Foundation TechEd 2008 - IT Professionals Microsoft Office Pr...(truncated)...
Why consider SQL Server 2008 for your EPM farm?
(Indexed 2008-03-28):
In case you have not heard, well be launching a new version of SQL Server in 2008 (in the second half of this year)! Why consider SQL Server 2008 with Project Server or Portfolio Server 2007? Joel Oleson wrote the following post recently on that subject: Top 10 SQL 2008 Features for SharePoint IT Pros The new version of Reporting Services will be a major benefit for PS and PPS, it will enable much nicer reports and ease of use. They are multiple resources to learn more about this upcoming releas...(truncated)...
Physical storage and physical topology recommendations
(Indexed 2008-03-22):
Two very useful SharePoint Server articles have been published on TechNet that are directly applicable to a Project Server farm. As I mentioned yesterday a properly configured SQL server will help Improving Queue Performance. Physical storage recommendations The disks and arrays you choose and how you place data on those disks and arrays can significantly affect system performance. Sections include: Use appropriate disks and RAID arrays Separate and prioritize your data among disks Follow v...(truncated)...
Improving Queue Performance
(Indexed 2008-03-21):
Lately Ive heard a few requests to improve the Project Server queue performance. For instance some of the request Ive heard are: improve the publishing time from Project Professional, improve the timesheet processing time, etc Before going further I highly recommend reading the following article: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Queuing System for an in depth understanding on how the queue works. Assuming the customer has the latest Project Server Service Pack/hotfix, what else can be done ...(truncated)...
Two new EPM blogs
(Indexed 2008-03-17):
I'm glad to announce to two new blogs in the EPM world written by top notch consultants: http://www.epmfaq.com/ Welcome to EPMFAQ! This site is run by Project Server deployment and development consultants for the benefit of all members of the Project Server community, be they deployers, developers, or end users. http://theprojectserverguru.spaces.live.com/ from Paul Conroy.[Image]
Search Project Server data using MOSS' BDC and Enterprise Search - CodePlex Solution Starter
(Indexed 2008-03-13):
Do you ever wonder how many projects are in a specific phase? Would you like to know the attributes of a specific resource? Are you looking when a specific milestone ends? Do you have users in your organization that are not part of the Project Server resource pool but still need to access the data? Being able to easily search valuable information is becoming a key feature in any organization. This solution starter demonstrates how to leverage SharePoint Servers Business Data Catalog (BDC) to i...(truncated)...
Evaluating EPM Partner Solutions and Applications built on Project Server/Portfolio Server
(Indexed 2008-03-13):
Joel Oleson blogged today about: Evaluating SharePoint Partner Solutions and Applications built on SharePoint, he summarized five questions you should ask when evaluating a custom solution: Do they directly update or modify the database? What is the residue or footprint if you remove it? Is it a solution or feature? Can that solution be removed cleanly? Do they have an upgrade path? How will this be upgraded when it's ready to be upgraded? What is the support and sustainability for the app or...(truncated)...
How to create a Milestone Report
(Indexed 2008-03-11):
While delivering Project Server training in Beijing, a customer asked me to produce a report that displayed Milestones dates by Projects. The assumption is that all projects are using the same project template and thus there is a specific naming convention for all Milestones. The hard part was creating the T-SQL query from the Reporting database. You basically have to de-normalize the data and combine two UserViews (MSP_EpmTask_UserView and MSP_EpmProject_UserView)as shown below:SELECT P.Project...(truncated)...
Back up and Restore Project Server 2007 using STSADM
(Indexed 2008-03-10):
FYI two useful articles for any PS Administrator, were published on TechNet: Back up Project Server 2007 by using the Stsadm command-line tool Restore Project Server 2007 by using the Stsadm command-line tool For more information about using the STSADM command-line tool with Office Project Server 2007, see Operations for the Stsadm command-line tool in Microsoft Office Project Server 2007.[Image]
Microsoft server applications that are supported on Windows Server 2008
(Indexed 2008-03-05):
FYI in case you missed it: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/948680/en-us Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007 SP1 Note This application is supported only on 32-bit operating systems.http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/portfolioserver/FX...(truncated)... Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 SP1http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/projectserver/FX1007398...(truncated)...
Running SQL Server Profiler with Project Server
(Indexed 2008-02-29):
Quite often when you are performing customizations or when you want to troubleshoot your Project Server deployment it's useful to go "deep" and see what's happening under the SQL hood.The best way to achieve that is to run a SQL Server Profiler trace on the SQL Server instance you want to analyze. Since Project Server 2007's architecture is based on a queuing system you will find a lot of "noise" if you run a standard trace.I have attached at the end of this post a template I have created that e...(truncated)...
Project Server 2007 post-Service Pack 1 hotfix package
(Indexed 2008-02-23):
On December 11th, 2007 Microsoft released Service Pack 1 (SP1) for the 2007 Microsoft Office System. We released this week the post-SP1 hotfix package (fixes made after the SP1 code base was locked down and up until SP1 is released), as well as Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 1. This hotfix package is intended to correct only the problems that are described in the Knowledge Base (KB) articles mentioned below. Apply it only to systems that are experiencing this specific problem, or if ...(truncated)...
IT Manager Webcast: Deploying SharePoint Server with Project Server 2007
(Indexed 2008-02-21):
I'll be hosting the following webcast targeted at IT Professionals on Thursday, March 20, 2008, 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada) Out of the box, Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 is deployed on top of Windows SharePoint Services. In this session, we explain why customers are deploying Project Server 2007 with Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 as well, and we describe how together these products offer the best combination of collaboration, project, and portfolio management. We review...(truncated)...
Timesheet Data Population Tool on CodePlex
(Indexed 2008-02-20):
The Project Server 2007 Timesheet data population tool has been released on CodePlex: http://www.codeplex.com/EPMTSdatapop The Project Server 2007 Timesheet Data Population Tool enables you to simulate timesheet entries in your farm. This tool can help you perform scalability studies of your PS architecture and validate the sizing of an existing architecture (by measuring timesheet queue throughput for instance). This tool can also be used to test timesheet customization, for instance the Times...(truncated)...
Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 1
(Indexed 2008-02-18):
PPS SP1 was released today. Description of Project Portfolio Server 2007 Service Pack 1: KB 942721 KB 942722 Download PPS SP1 This service pack can only be applied to an existing installation of Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007. To install Microsoft Office Project Portfolio Server 2007, please see the deployment guide.[Image]
Custom Project Initiation Solution Starter on CodePlex
(Indexed 2008-02-12):
A new solution starter that demonstrates how to leverage InfoPath & Forms Services as well Windows Workflow Foundation (hosted by SharePoint) to create your own project initiation phase has been released on CodePlex. The project initiation phase is different for every customers and organizations. It typically requires a set of custom attribute to be filled in a web based custom form; and then it needs to go through a custom approval process workflow reviewed by all key decision makers. InfoPath...(truncated)...
Project in a Terminal Services environment
(Indexed 2008-02-11):
Please find below useful links when deploying Project Standard or Project Professional on a Terminal Services (or Citrix) environment. A common issue I have heard/seen is that the version used on Terminal Services is incorrect (you need a Volume License Key) with this type of error message displayed: "This copy of Microsoft Office Project cannot be used on Terminal Server". This issue is addressed in the following knowledge base article: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/924622 Other useful links ...(truncated)...
Create an Excel's User Defined Function (UDF) to display web service data
(Indexed 2008-02-08):
ScenarioYou have built a Project Server Interface (PSI) extension to query the Reporting database and you would like to display the data in your favorite reporting tool: Excel.The solution is to create an Excel Services User Defined Function that will call the custom PSI Extension created and return an array of data.CodeBefore you start check out this code sample on how to do it: http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb428649.aspx, as well as this blog from Shahar Prish: http://blogs.msdn.c...(truncated)...
New Microsoft Business Intelligence (BI) blog on MSDN
(Indexed 2008-02-07):
Since it's a recurring need for EPM deployment, BI/Reporting ... you might want to subscribe to that newly created blog to get the latest MS information: http://blogs.msdn.com/bi/ Welcome to THE BI Blog Welcome to what we hope will become the definitive blog on business intelligence, THE BI Blog. Not too huge of a goal or vision, huh? There are already some great blogs out there on all different aspects of business intelligence and performance management--from those dedicated to showing how to...(truncated)...
Project Server Session at SharePoint Conference
(Indexed 2008-02-06):
FYI we'll have two Project Server sessions at the next SharePoint Conference, March-6 in Seattle (Interoperability and Business Process track): Why Customers Are Deploying SharePoint Server in Conjunction with Project Server 2007 for Effective Project Management and Collaboration[Image]Out of the box, Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 is deployed on top of Windows SharePoint Services. This session covers why customers are deploying Project Server 2007 with SharePoint Server as well, and how t...(truncated)...
SharePoint IT Admin Survey for Future Versions
(Indexed 2008-01-30):
FYI, if you are an IT Pro and since Project Server is deployed on top of WSS or SharePoint Server, and if you have time to spare please respond to this survey to help us improve the next version: http://blogs.msdn.com/sharepoint/archive/2008/01/30/sharepoi...(truncated)... The Research Team has asked me to pass on this important IT Pro Survey. We would like to get feedback from your organization about some of the IT features/areas for the next version of SharePoint Server. If your job role...(truncated)...
Plan for data protection and recovery (Project Server)
(Indexed 2008-01-28):
Newly published content on TechNet: Plan for data protection and recovery (Project Server) Data protection and recovery features in Office Project Server: Backup and recovery Recycle Bin Versioning Additional data protection and recovery tools: Site versioning Protecting sites from deletion Other Microsoft backup and recovery tools Third-party backup and recovery tools [Image]
Project 2007 Certification
(Indexed 2008-01-25):
All you ever wanted to know about Project 2007 Certification thanks to Amit Chaudhry:Overview Microsoft Office Project 2007 Certification DatasheetExams70-632 Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects70-633 Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects70-634 Microsoft Office Project Server 2007, Managing Projects and ProgramsFrequently Asked Questions(attached, see bottom of post)[Image]