Implementing an enterprise project management solution involves much more than just softwareinstallation and configuration. Users at all levels need to understand the capabilities of the tools that they will be using, how these tools fit into their current and future business processes, and best practices for their usage. Seasoned project managers who have been using the Microsoft Project tool for years often have not yet identified or incorporated the newest features of the product into their project management approach.

In a customized training engagement, Allin will work with project sponsors and team members to identify key roles and responsibilities for users of the tool, design a curriculum based on the organization's current and future business processes, and build training modules customized to each particular organizational role and function. This training typically includes team members, project managers, resource managers, executives, and project administrators, and is delivered using a combination of lecture, hands-on exercises, and labs. This training provides a refresher on Microsoft Project, highlighting new or improved features, and continues on to include Microsoft Project Server functionality, including Project Web Access, Windows SharePoint Services, integration with Microsoft Office 2003, and administration. The curriculum typically includes training on not only the tools themselves, but the process as well, including helpful hints and rules of thumb based on organizational standards, and can be delivered to all users, or using a train-the-trainer approach.

Benefits of this customized training include:

• Project managers can quickly learn features of Project 2003 and Project Web Access, or can brush up on features that they seldom use.
• Improved understanding of how features and functions can be used to more effectively manage projects.
• Understanding of methods for collaborating on project plans and deliverables, and viewing project information in real time.
• Customized curriculum including best practices and rules of thumb for using the tools and implementing the corresponding business processes.
• Quick reference guides provided for later reference and review.