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by | reviewed 2023-08-22

MS Project - Project Plans

Save time and increase your chances of Project Success!

Managing a project and don't know where to start? These Project plans built in Microsoft Project have been used to successfully deliver real world projects and programmes.
We have ready to go Microsoft Project plans for: Each project plan is part of a package that is designed to get you up and running as quickly as possible. Each MS Project package is available for an introductory price of £3.99. Secure and safe payment through PayPal.

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detail snapshot of a Large Conference project plan created in microsoft project and available for download

MS Project Project Plan covering 100s of activities across the whole project lifecycle. Each Template is tailored specifically for the project. Project plans are available for:
  • Organising a large conference
  • A Software implementation project
  • Creating a Web site
  • A 1 day meeting or workshop
Tried and tested on a real world project with notes, resources and linked tasks.

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preview image of two pages from the Microsoft Project Plan template - user guide

User guide with advice and guidance on using and configuring your Project plan - over 30 pages covering
  • The MS Project Gantt view
  • Setting project start date and non-working time
  • Adding and linking tasks
  • Project logic
  • Resolving scheduling issues
  • Formatting your plan
  • Glossary and other appendices
Each schedule is available for an introductory price of £3.99. Secure and safe payment through PayPal.

Who are these example project plans for?

  • Anyone who wants to save time!
  • Beginners who need a real world project plans
  • Experienced planners who need to get up and running with MS Project quickly
  • Project Managers who are new to MS Project
  • Project Managers who are managing a new type of project
  • Businesses working with supplier or partner
  • Anyone who wants to ensure they have identifed key project tasks

Software Development project plan

This Microsoft Project - software development project plan covers 100+ activities across the whole project lifecycle. Key phases are covered including:
  • Planning,
  • Requirements gathering,
  • Analysis and design,
  • Development,
  • Quality assurance and testing,
  • Deployment,
  • Project management,
  • Project review and close.

  1. Project template User Guide (PDF)
  2. About this project plan (Word)
  3. software-development-plan (Microsoft Project .mpp)
  4. software-development-plan-2007 (Microsoft Project 2007 .mpp)
  5. software-development-plan (PDF)
  6. software-development-project-schedule.ods (OpenDocument Spreadsheet)
  7. software-development-project-schedule.xlsx (Excel)
  8. software-development-project-schedule.xls (Excel 97-2003)
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Software Implementation project plan

This Microsoft Project - software implementation project plan covers 450 activities across the whole project lifecycle. This plan is focused on the rollout of a software product to users rather than the development of the software itself. Key phases are covered including:
  • concept,
  • feasbility and design,
  • build,
  • training and testing,
  • project review and close.

  1. Project template user guide (PDF)
  2. Software Plan (Word) - notes on the project
  3. Software-ProjectPlan-IT (Microsoft Project Document)
  4. Software-ProjectPlan-IT (PDF)
  5. Software-ProjectPlan-IT-version-2007
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Simple website project plan

Over 100 activities in a Microsoft Project Plan covering all aspects of creating a website. Key phases include:
  • project documentation,
  • supplier selection,
  • website text,
  • assets images and branding,
  • testing and training.

  1. Project template user guide (PDF)
  2. Simple Website (Word) - notes on the project
  3. Simple-Website (Microsoft Project Document)
  4. Simple-Website (PDF)
  5. Simple-Website-version-2007
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Small event or workshop project plan

All activities for organising a workshop or 1 day conference/meeting are covered including:
  • delegate management,
  • venue selection,
  • catering,
  • Audio/Visual requirements
  • and event materials.

  1. Project template user guide (PDF)
  2. Small 1 day meeting or workshop (Word) - notes on the project
  3. Small-Event (Microsoft Project Document)
  4. Small-Event-PDF (PDF)
  5. Small-Event-version-2007
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MS Project Plan for a Large conference

All aspects of organising a large conference are covered including:
  • delegate management,
  • venue selection,
  • Audio/Visual requirements
  • and marketing.

  1. Project template user guide (PDF)
  2. Large 1 day conference (Word) - notes on the project
  3. Large-Conference (Microsoft Project Document)
  4. Large-Conference-PDF (PDF)
  5. Large-Conference-version-2007
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Warehouse Build project plan

Our comprehensive Warehouse Build Project schedule is your ultimate guide to planning a state-of-the-art warehouse facility. From the initial stages of meticulous planning to the final touches and project close, our template provides you with a structured roadmap to ensure a seamless and successful construction process. Key phases are covered including:
  • Planning & Design
  • Procurement
  • Site preparation
  • Foundations
  • Electrical and Plumbing
  • Framing
  • HVAC system
  • Insulation and Soundproofing
  • Roofing
  • Interior and Exterior Finishes
  • Fixtures and Equipment
  • Testing and Inspection
  • Cleaning and final touches
  • Move-in and transition to operations

  1. Warehouse-project-schedule (Microsoft Project Document)
  2. Warehouse-project-schedule-version-2007 (Microsoft Project 2007 and above)
  3. Warehouse-project-schedule (PDF)
  4. Warehouse build (Word) - notes on the project
  5. Project template user guide (PDF)
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Construction repair works plan in PDF

Covers the end to end project project definition, specification, design and tender, construction and project close. Microsoft Project Plan in PDF.
Download a free schedule for construction repair works
We are working on many more Microsoft Project plans for you, meanwhile here a are a few plans created in Excel which you can use rightnow for free!

Marketing Campaign Project Plan in Excel

This comprehensive plan for a marketing campaign includes crucial steps such as defining objectives, developing strategy, allocating budget, creating compelling content, and evaluating results.
Download a free schedule for a Marketing Project Plan

Office Move Project Plan in Excel

Relocating your office? Download this free Excel project plan to kick start your schedule. The schedule covers 200 tasks including: Acquiring the property, Space planning, Construction drawings, Install network and cabling, Install security system, and Post move checks.
Download a free schedule for an Office Move

Using these templates with Microsoft Project online

These templates work with Microsoft Project's cloud solution - Project Online. Simply click New project and select Import.

Tailoring your the template for your project

Warning - you need to tailor these plans to your project. The user guide explains how to add, remove and edit tasks and takes you through the things you need to check step-by-step.

The plans are proven on real world projects and created by a qualified Project Manager (Prince 2 Practitioner, APM Practioner, MSP Practioner) with over 12 years experience.