WEBINAR | Microsoft Project Online Retirement: What’s Next?
16th Sep 2025@12:00 pm– 12:30 pm EDT
About this webinar
Microsoft has announced that Project Online will retire on September 30, 2026. This creates both urgency and opportunity for organizations managing projects and portfolios.
In this webinar, we will explain why Microsoft is retiring Project Online and guide you through the next steps. Discover how to move to Microsoft Planner Premium (formally project for the web) and extend it with Wellingtone Accelerator+ for a modern, AI-enabled, enterprise-ready solution within Microsoft 365. Alternatively, we will also outline Project Server Subscription Edition as a migration option for organizations who want to retain user experience similar to Project Online. Lastly, we will highlight how you can migrate Project data into Azure SQL and Power BI for long-term reporting and visibility.
What will we cover?
A comparison between Planner Premium and Project Online, plus what’s new
Key features of Planner Premium, including modern scheduling tools, Copilot integration, and improved collaboration
How Accelerator+ brings enterprise-level capabilities like governance, portfolio oversight, resource planning, cost tracking, and benefits management
Migration strategies and insights from organizations that have already made the move
Proven practices for successful adoption, governance, and long-term results
Who should attend?
This session is perfect for PMO leaders and portfolio managers planning the next step in their Microsoft PPM journey, IT and transformation leaders looking for secure, scalable solutions within Microsoft 365, and project managers or team leads interested in boosting daily delivery with Planner Premium. It’s also valuable for business change and governance professionals aiming to improve reporting, assurance, and portfolio visibility across their organization.
What to expect at our webinar?
Interactive Q&A Session: Engage with our experts and get your questions answered.
A follow-up article is provided to all registrants, capturing key insights from the event
On-Demand Access: The session will be recorded and made available for you to revisit or catch up if you miss it live.
Meet the Presenters
Baz Khinda
Baz Khinda is an experienced Microsoft PPM Consultant and a Director at Wellingtone. In addition, he also works closely with the Microsoft UK Project team as a P-SSP where he is often tasked with helping organizations address their PPM pains and increase their project management maturity.
He has been directly involved in many implementations across an array of organizations that span both private and public sectors as well as numerous verticals. With his background, Baz is well-versed in educating organizations on the benefits they can realize through Microsoft PPM.
Nicole Pietrangelo
As a dedicated Project Management Consultant at Wellingtone, Nicole thrives on translating complex business needs and project management methodologies into seamless technological solutions. With a track record of successful projects, she specializes in guiding organizations through the entire software deployment lifecycle.
Before joining Wellingtone, Nicole held several key positions, including Director of Technology at a previous project management consultancy firm. Nicole is also certified in Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals, underscoring her commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements.
