Learn how to use the advanced features of Microsoft Project® 2013. Microsoft Project® 2013 has been completely redesigned, and we must say, we’re pretty excited! Whether you’ve been using Project for years, or haven’t opened it yet, you’ll appreciate the information on using the new interface. We will also work through the basics, including how to create projects, add tasks and resources, and customize your view.
Topics Covered Include:
• Split the view
• Sort, group, and filter tasks
• Understand task indicators
• Assign a resource calendar
• Customize a resource calendar
• Apply predefined resource contours
• Specify resource availability
• Group resources
• Enter resource rates and overtime rates
• Specify pay rates for different dates
• Apply a different pay rate to an assignment
• and actual costs
• View project statistics and costs
• Check duration variance, work variance, and cost variance
• Identify slipped tasks
• Save an interim plan
• Customize a basic or visual report
• Consolidate multiple projects
• View multiple project critical paths
• View consolidated project statistics
• Create a resource pool
