Microsoft Planner is the ultimate collaborator, the project management tool that'll make sure your healthcare organisation is running like a well-oiled machine. And who doesn't love a good machine running smoothly?
So, let's dive in and see how Microsoft Planner can revolutionise the way you approach project management in the healthcare industry.
- Setting up Microsoft Planner: First things first, you'll need to have a Microsoft 365 subscription to access the wonders of Microsoft Planner. And trust us, it's worth it!
- Creating a new plan: Once you're in, creating a new plan is as easy as clicking on the "Create Plan" button. You can go for a blank canvas and create a plan from scratch or opt for one of Microsoft's pre-made templates, because who doesn't love a good shortcut?
- Adding team members: Time to assemble the troops! You can add team members by searching for them in the "People" section and then selecting them. And just like that, you'll be able to assign tasks and keep an eye on progress.
- Creating tasks: Creating tasks is a cinch. Just click on the "Add Task" button, fill in the task details (name, due date, description), and voila! You can even add attachments and comments to provide extra information.
- Assigning tasks: Once you've created a task, it's time to delegate! You can assign tasks to team members by clicking on the task and then selecting the team member from the "Assigned to" drop-down list. And if one team member just isn't enough, you can assign multiple team members to the same task.
- Keeping track of progress: Microsoft Planner provides a handy visual representation of the progress of each task. You can see the status of each task by checking the coloured dots next to the task name. Green dots mean the task is complete, yellow dots indicate it's in progress, and red dots mean it's overdue (oops).
- Collaborating with team members: Microsoft Planner provides a platform for team members to collaborate and communicate with each other. Team members can add comments and attachments to tasks, and they can also see the progress of other team members' tasks. Because who doesn't love a good team effort?
- Integrating with Microsoft Teams: Microsoft Planner and Microsoft Teams, a match made in heaven. You can access Microsoft Planner from within Microsoft Teams and receive notifications and updates within the app. And let's be real, who wants to switch between apps all day?
Microsoft Planner is a game-changer for project management in the healthcare industry. With its comprehensive features and seamless integration with Microsoft Teams, it provides a platform for healthcare organisations to work together efficiently and effectively. Whether you're managing a small project or a large-scale project, Microsoft Planner has got you covered.
