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We have started the rollout of the Baseline feature in the new Microsoft Planner premium plans (formerly known as Project for the web projects). With the capability, users can capture the state of a plan at a specific moment. It serves as a reference point against which the project's current progress is compared. As your project evolves, referring to this Baseline helps you determine if you're on track or if adjustments are necessary.
All Project Plan 3 and above users can leverage this feature through the following steps:
Setting Your Baseline: If you haven't set a Baseline yet, simply navigate to the Baseline button and select "Create baseline". Voilà! Your project's Baseline is recorded.
Monitoring Progress: Return to this Baseline at any point to evaluate your project's status, ensuring you're moving as planned.
Stay tuned for more updates on task level variances. Keep an eye on Microsoft 365 Roadmap - View Latest Updates | Microsoft 365 for more details.
FAQs
Can I import my Baselines from Project Desktop and/or other tools?
No, Baselines cannot be imported to Project for the web while importing the project.
Can I create multiple Baselines?
You can capture only one Baseline at the moment. To have an updated Baseline, you can delete the existing one and recapture the current state of project.
Are only project level details being captured?
No, it also records specific details for each task, including start and finish dates, percent completion, duration, and work. It's important to note that while task-level data is present in Dataverse, it is currently not available on the user interface. However, plans are underway to make this information accessible in the future. Stay tuned for updates on this.
Can I export the details I captured?
Project and task level details will be stored in Dataverse and can be exported from there.