ODOT Solutions
Challenge 1: Daily Backup and Version Control for Project Web App
ODOT needed a reliable solution to back up their Project Web App (PWA) data daily. They purchased our “Advisicon Project Web App Backup Tool” to automatically back up draft projects as .mpp files and store them in a SharePoint document library, ensuring daily backups and version history for easy retrieval and audit.
Business Situation
ODOT required a dependable backup system for their Production PWA to safeguard project data and maintain version history. Manual backups were time-consuming and prone to errors, risking data loss and complicating audit trails.
Solution Delivered
We provided ODOT with the “Advisicon Project Web App Backup Tool,” a custom solution that automates the daily backup of PWA projects. The tool checks for updates, generates .mpp files for modified projects, and uploads them to a SharePoint document library, maintaining a comprehensive version history.
Benefits Realized
- Automated daily backups reduced manual effort and error risk.
- A complete version history in SharePoint allowed for easy tracking of project changes.
- Enhanced data security and compliance with audit requirements.
The Company Today
ODOT continues to use the “Advisicon Project Web App Backup Tool” to ensure the integrity and security of their PWA data. The tool’s reliability has allowed them to focus on core business operations, knowing their project data is safely backed up daily.
Challenge 2: Seamless Migration of Project Data to Project Online
ODOT needed to migrate over 600 projects from Project Server 2016 to Project Online. They leveraged our “MUVE Tool” to facilitate the migration of Projects, Enterprise Custom Fields (ECFs), and Lookup Tables (LUTs), ensuring a smooth transition without data loss or downtime.
Business Situation
ODOT planned to upgrade their project management system by moving from Project Server 2016 to Project Online. The migration involved over 600 projects, requiring a reliable and efficient tool to transfer Projects, ECFs, and LUTs without impacting daily operations.
Solution Delivered
We deployed the “MUVE Tool” to automate the migration process. The tool efficiently transferred all Projects, ECFs, and LUTs from Project Server 2016 to Project Online, handling the large volume of data and ensuring the integrity of each project throughout the transition.
Benefits Realized
- Streamlined migration of over 600 projects with zero data loss.
- Automated process minimized manual effort and reduced downtime.
- Successful transition to Project Online, enhancing ODOT’s project management capabilities.
The Company Today
ODOT successfully transitioned to Project Online, with all projects, ECFs, and LUTs intact and functional. The move has enabled them to leverage the latest features of Project Online, improving their project management efficiency.
