Then, you'll enter the information into Microsoft Project. As you enter information, Microsoft Project creates a plan for getting your project done. Once your project starts, it's up to your team to execute the plan. But you'll need to keep close tabs on their progress, because you'll undoubtedly encounter problems you didn't expect. By keeping Microsoft Project up to date, you can see the latest status of the project and identify and resolve problems early on that might affect your project's success.
Every project is a learning experience.
No matter how well you planned at the beginning, by the end of your project, you'll find your plan has changed from the original version. To make the most of your experience, use the information you've kept in Microsoft Project to compare your original project plan with the way the project actually progressed.