Microsoft Project 2021 Professional for Windows: The Ultimate Guide

As experienced project managers, we know how crucial it is to have the right tools at hand. Microsoft Project 2021 Professional is one such software, specifically designed for demanding project management tasks in companies of all sizes. In this article, we'll take a detailed look at the features, benefits, and how to get the most out of Project 2021 Professional.

Why Microsoft Project 2021 Professional?

1. Tailor-made for complex projects

Project 2021 Professional is ideal for managing demanding projects. It helps reduce complexity and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

2. Not for private users

This edition is less suitable for private users, as the price-performance ratio isn't optimal for them. Private users should rather focus on Project 2021 Standard.

Core features of Project 2021 Professional

3. Availability and compatibility

The software is available as a standalone application, developed for Windows 11, and compatible with other Microsoft operating systems.

4. Improved performance

Project 2021 Professional offers improved performance, especially for older systems, compared to previous versions.

5. Numerous templates

The software offers a variety of templates that allow you to quickly get started with new projects.

6. Integration with Office 365

Project 2021 Professional is closely related to the Office 365 and Office 2021 apps, making work easier.

Licensing Project 2021 Professional

7. More flexible licensing options

Unlike the Standard Edition, which is tied to a specific computer, the Professional Edition offers more flexible licensing.

Technical background and edition differences

8. Developed on Office platform

The software was developed on the Office platform and is therefore closely linked to Office 365 or Office 2021.

9. Extended functionality

The Professional Edition offers an expanded range of functions compared to the standard version.

Additional features in Project 2021 Professional

10. Powerful search function

The search function in Project 2021 Professional is much more powerful.

11. Extensive help section

The software offers a comprehensive help section for optimal use of all functions.

12. Visualization and export options

It allows the visualization of plans and the export of timelines as PDF.

13. Integration of graphics

Project 2021 Professional supports the integration of graphics into presentations.

14. Communication of complex plans

It facilitates the effective communication of complex plans to team members.

System requirements:

System requirements	32-bit version	64-bit version
Operating system	Windows 10 SAC, Windows Server 2019 or Windows 10 LTSC 2019	Windows 10 SAC, Windows Server 2019 or Windows 10 LTSC 2019
processor	1.6 GHz or faster, dual-core processor	2 GHz or faster, dual-core processor
R.A.M.	2 GB (32-bit version) or 4 GB (64-bit version)	4 GB or more
Hard disk storage	4 GB	4 GB
graphics card	DirectX 9 or higher, with WDDM 2.0 or higher for Windows 10 (or WDDM 1.3 or higher for Windows 10 Fall Creators Update)	DirectX 9 or higher, with WDDM 2.0 or higher for Windows 10 (or WDDM 1.3 or higher for Windows 10 Fall Creators Update)
Screen resolution	1024 x 768 or higher	1024 x 768 or higher
Internet access	An internet connection is required for some functions	An internet connection is required for some functions

Further information