Microsoft Project Online will end in September 2026. Microsoft is revamping its project management tools to meet modern requirements and replacing them with modern solutions powered by artificial intelligence.

Project Online has served organizations for a long time, but its architecture no longer meets the needs of today’s project work. According to Microsoft, the goal is to move to services that better support collaboration, scalability, and integration in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. The change provides organizations with the opportunity to update their operating models to meet future requirements.

Microsoft has confirmed that support for Project Online will end in September 2026. Companies and organizations should therefore prepare well in advance to ensure a smooth transition and maintain effective project management in the future. At the same time, the new solutions offer the opportunity to utilize the benefits of artificial intelligence in decision-making and project management.

New tools for project management

As a replacement for Project Online, Microsoft offers several options that complement each other and, together, form a modern toolkit for project managers, managers, and project team members.

Microsoft Planner with premium features for more efficient task management

Microsoft Planner Premium introduces new views for task management, including Gantt charts, task dependencies, and advanced reports. It is easy to adopt and is suitable for both small teams and large projects that require a clear overview.

Premium-level features help you manage schedules more accurately and reduce duplicate work. Organizations can monitor project progress in real-time and ensure that each team member stays up-to-date on their responsibilities and dependencies.

Microsoft Project Manager Agent brings artificial intelligence to support project managers

Project Manager Agent acts as an artificial intelligence-based assistant that analyzes the status of projects and suggests next steps. It allows project managers to focus on the decisions that matter most, while the routines are handled automatically.

The agent promptly identifies risks and resource bottlenecks, allowing the project manager to receive proactive support and make more informed decisions. The solution increases the probability of project success and clarifies the management of complex entities.

Microsoft Copilot as a work partner in everyday project work

Microsoft Copilot seamlessly integrates with Teams, Outlook, and other Microsoft 365 applications. It helps you produce reports, compile information from various sources, and create project plans efficiently. Copilot acts as a personal work partner, freeing up time for more demanding tasks.

Copilot brings a new kind of agility to project work. For example, it can automatically convert meeting notes into to-do lists or suggest next steps as the project progresses. The result is more flexible working and more efficient team collaboration.

Solu Digital’s expertise supports the transition

The transition from Microsoft Project Online is not just a technical update, but a strategic opportunity to look at the entire project management operating model in a new light. Change presents an opportunity to refine processes, standardize practices, and implement solutions that more effectively support the organization’s goals.

Solu Digital’s experts have over 20 years of experience in implementing and developing Microsoft project management solutions. We specialize in helping organizations transition from Microsoft Project Online to modern alternatives, such as Planner Premium, Copilot solutions, and artificial intelligence agents.

Our experts ensure that the solution supports the needs of your project work and that the change progresses in a controlled manner. We offer comprehensive support for technical implementation, training, and the development of project culture.

When you choose Solu Digital as your partner, you will receive support from a team that is familiar with Microsoft’s project management tools and understands how to integrate them into your organization’s operations effectively.

Contact Solu Digital, and together we will find the best path for your organization from Microsoft Project Online to the future of project work, where efficiency, transparency, and artificial intelligence go hand in hand.

Mikko Sorsa
Senior Consultant, Partner