Excel sheets are used widely for project management to identify critical paths, analyze the latest trends to make effective decisions, plan the projects, and track the projects.

So, the next time you are starting a new project, consider giving Excel a try – you might just be surprised at how effectively this familiar tool can help you achieve your project goals.

If you're new to Microsoft Project, be sure to check out part one of our Microsoft Project tutorial series. Today, we examine task types and how Project calculates Work, Duration, and Units.