As a RM, I can review TMs’ work packages

Resource Managers (RM) can select a team member in a resource pool to see his or her assignments to work packages. By clicking a project/package, RM can see assignment details at TEAM MEMBERS > ASSIGNMENTS:

• Start: Project manager’s best estimate for this team member to start working on this work package. Project Managers (PM) can update this when controlling assignments.
• Finish: Project manager’s best estimate for this team member to finish working on this work package. Project Managers (PM) can update this when controlling assignments.
• Planned Work (h): Project manager’s best estimate for effort hours for this team member on this work package. Project Managers (PM) can update this when controlling assignments.
• Assignment Description: A narrative description of results to be produced by the team member within the scope of this work package. Project Managers (PM) can update this when planning assignments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Resource Managers review about work packages?

RMs can view a team member’s assigned work packages, including details such as start date, finish date, planned effort (in hours), and assignment descriptions.

Where can RMs see assignment details in PMPeople?

RMs can access assignment details by selecting a team member in the resource pool and then navigating to TEAM MEMBERS > ASSIGNMENTS.

Who updates assignment details like Start, Finish, and Planned Work?

Project Managers (PM) update these details while planning or controlling assignments.