Key Capabilities
Task & Timeline Management
Create Gantt charts, Kanban boards and customizable timelines to visualize project progress.
Resource Scheduling
Assign work to people, equipment and material resources; automatically detect overallocation and generate leveling suggestions.
Built-in Reporting
Over 20 ready-to-use reports (e.g. burndown, cost overview, resource overview) to share insights with stakeholders.
Custom Fields & Views
Track project-specific data with user-defined fields; save and share custom views for consistency across projects.
Integration with Office 365
Exchange calendar syncing, Outlook tasks import/export and the ability to embed Visio diagrams and Power BI dashboards.
New in the 2024 Release
Modernized Ribbon & Dark Mode
Updated UI consistent with Office 2024 apps, plus a new Dark Mode to reduce eye strain.
Enhanced Timeline Features
Multiple-timeline support per project, with drag-and-drop styling and color-coded milestones.
Improved Performance
Faster load times for large plans (>10,000 tasks) and optimized resource-leveling algorithms.
Accessibility Upgrades
Improved keyboard navigation, high-contrast support and Narrator compatibility.
System Requirements
Operating System: Windows 10 (build 19041.0 or higher), Windows 11
Processor: 1.6 GHz (2 GHz or faster recommended)
Memory: 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Disk: 4 GB of available hard-disk space
Display: 1,280 × 768 screen resolution or higher
.NET: .NET 6.0 or later (installed automatically if missing)
Additional: Internet connection for activation and updates; graphics hardware acceleration if available
Licensing Details
Perpetual, non-transferable license for one PC
Single-user installation: Activation via Microsoft account required
No subscription: Includes security updates but no feature updates beyond 2024
Whether you’re managing a small IT rollout, a renovation project or a marketing campaign, Project Standard 2024 gives you the core tools to plan, track and report—without the overhead of enterprise server infrastructure. Let me know if you’d like more details on deployment options or comparisons with other Project editions!
