Project 2003 Advanced

SECTION 4

Lesson 4.1: Microsoft Project Versions

Version Comparison

Here’s a chart comparing the two editions of Microsoft Project 2003.

Professional Edition	Standard Edition
Supports connection to Microsoft Project Server 2003 and Project Web Access	Does not support connection to Project Server or Project Web Access
Templates geared for larger businesses	Templates geared for projects managed by one person
More ways to view resource availability	Limited ways to view resource availability
Ability to assign resources based on skill	Resources assigned directly to tasks
Ability to create, manage, and modify portfolios	No portfolio management
More collaboration tools	No collaboration tools
Advanced integration with Microsoft Office Outlook 2003	Ability to import tasks from Microsoft Office Outlook 2003
Risk management tools	No risk management tools

Remember that one version is not better than the other; the version that is best for you depends what tools you need and what kind of environment you work in. If you’re a small business owner who uses Project for task management, you’ll probably find the Standard edition works great for you. If you’re a project manager for a global enterprise with thousands of employees, you will appreciate the tools Project Professional offers.