Microsoft Project Standard 2021 is a standalone project management tool intended for individual use or small teams. It offers core project management functionalities, allowing users to plan, schedule, and manage projects effectively. Unlike Microsoft Project Professional, it does not include advanced collaboration features and integration with enterprise tools. Microsoft Project Standard 2021 is ideal for users who need fundamental project management capabilities without the need for advanced collaborative features. It’s suitable for personal project management or small teams who don’t require enterprise-level integrations.
Key Features:
1. Project Planning and Scheduling:
- Gantt Charts: Visualize project timelines, task sequences, and dependencies.
- Task Management: Create, assign, and track tasks, set start and finish dates, and define dependencies.
- Milestones: Mark significant points in the project timeline.
2. Resource Management:
- Resource Allocation: Assign resources (people, equipment) to tasks and manage workloads.
- Resource Calendar: Define working and non-working days for resources.
3. Project Tracking:
- Progress Updates: Track task progress and update project status.
- Baseline Comparison: Compare current project progress with the original plan.
4. Reporting:
- Built-in Reports: Generate standard reports for tasks, resource usage, and project status.
- Custom Reports: Create custom reports to fit specific needs.
5. Project Views:
- Multiple Views: Switch between different views, including Gantt Chart, Task Sheet, and Calendar.
6. Templates:
- Pre-built Templates: Use templates for common project types to accelerate project setup.
System Requirements:
Minimum System Requirements:
- Operating System:
- Windows 10 (latest updates)
- Windows 11
- Processor:
- 1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core processor
- Memory:
- 4 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space:
- 4 GB of available disk space
- Display:
- 1280 x 768 screen resolution
- Graphics:
- Graphics hardware acceleration requires a DirectX 10-compatible graphics card
- Internet:
- Internet connection required for updates and online features
Recommended System Requirements:
- Operating System:
- Windows 11 or the latest version of Windows 10
- Processor:
- 1.6 GHz or faster, 4-core processor
- Memory:
- 8 GB RAM or more
- Hard Disk Space:
- 4 GB or more of available disk space
- Display:
- 1920 x 1080 or higher screen resolution
- Graphics:
- Graphics hardware acceleration requires a DirectX 10-compatible graphics card
- Internet:
- A reliable internet connection for updates and online features
Additional Requirements:
- .NET Version:
- Some features may require .NET Framework 3.5 or later
- Browser:
- Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge, Chrome, or Firefox (for web-based features).