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Introduction

  • Overview of Microsoft Planner and its key benefits
  • Comparison with alternative task management solutions
  • Core features and underlying architecture
  • Initial setup procedures

Getting Started

  • Creating and saving new plans
  • Navigating the interface and user experience
  • Adjusting plan settings and visual preferences
  • Managing team membership (adding and removing users)

Task Management

  • Key concepts and terminology in task handling
  • Creating tasks and assigning responsibilities
  • Enriching tasks with details and attachments
  • Tracking status updates and progress

Task Organization

  • Principles and terms related to organizing tasks
  • Leveraging boards, charts, and calendars for visibility and structure
  • Grouping and sorting work using buckets, labels, and filters
  • Controlling workflow with due dates, priorities, and reminders

Task Collaboration

  • Concepts and terminology for collaborative task management
  • Accessing tasks on the move via the mobile app
  • Engaging with team members through chat, email, or Teams
  • Connecting Planner with the broader Microsoft 365 ecosystem

Conclusion and Future Steps

Requirements

  • Foundational understanding of project management principles and team dynamics
  • Prior experience with Microsoft 365 suite components, such as Outlook, Teams, or OneNote

Intended Audience

  • Project Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Team Members
 14 Hours

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