Defining a Baseline for Project Progress
Once your project has been meticulously designed and planned out, you are ready to set a baseline. In Microsoft Project, setting a baseline is a way to take a snapshot of your project plan at any specific time. This allows capturing details such as start and end dates, costs, and resource assignments. This baseline acts as a reference point, allowing you to track actual progress against your initial projections throughout the project’s span. It helps keep control and flexibility as the project changes and many people are unaware of this project tool.
In this chapter, we’re going to cover the following main topics:
- Defining baselines
- Defining interim plans
- Reviewing and tracking data with baselines and interim plans
Let’s explore how to set up strong baselines that keep your project on track. Get ready to learn practical tips that will help your project more effectively run from start to finish.
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