As organizations move toward more agile and collaborative work environments, Microsoft Project Online—known for its robust but complex project management capabilities—is increasingly being phased out in favor of more intuitive tools like Microsoft Planner or Microsoft Project Accelerator. Instead of a complex migration, organisations are have the opportunity to slowly transition into a new PPM tool.
Trasitions, however, isn’t always simple. That’s where ConnectPlans 360 becomes essential, offering a seamless bridge between traditional project management systems and modern team-based planning tools.
ConnectPlans 360 is specifically designed to help organizations manage the migration from Project Online to Microsoft Planner or Microsoft Project Accelerator with minimal disruption. It automates and streamlines the transfer of project data—tasks, timelines, assignments, and metadata—ensuring continuity without the risk of data loss or misalignment.
A major challenge in migrating to Planner or Microsoft Project Accelerator is the loss of advanced project management features that Project Online offers, such as critical path analysis, baselines, and detailed resource planning. While Planner is not designed to fully replicate these capabilities, ConnectPlans 360 provides smart features to support these functions. This enables project teams to continue collaborating and tracking work effectively, even after the shift.
ConnectPlans 360 also includes features like bulk migration, template customization, and role-based access, helping enterprises scale their migration efforts without manually recreating projects from scratch. Moreover, the platform provides reporting and analytics tools that give visibility into how legacy projects are being transitioned and how teams are adapting to Planner’s lightweight task management environment.
What makes ConnectPlans 360 particularly valuable is its focus on user adoption and change management. The platform includes built-in guidance, best practices, and integration with Microsoft Teams to support end users as they transition to Planner. This ensures that the move isn’t just a technical migration, but a cultural shift that enhances team collaboration and productivity.
In summary, ConnectPlans 360 serves as an indispensable tool for organizations seeking to modernize their project management workflows. By bridging the functional gap between Project Online and Microsoft Planner, it ensures a smooth, efficient, and scalable transition—empowering teams to focus less on tools and more on results.