Generic Resources

[dj_mac]

In PS 2007 has anyone tried to assign a Generic Resource to a Task, and then
allow specific resources complete the task without going through the process
of substituting?

If so how do you get the task to show on the specific resource's time sheet
for time recording and task update?

I am looking to plan using Generic Resources and then allow individuals to
perform the tasks.

Any insights would be appreciated.

Doug MacNEIL

 

[Dale Howard [MVP]]

Doug --

What you want to do is not possible in Project Server 2007. Instead of
using Generic resources, however, what IS possible is to assign a Team
resource to a task, and then each member represented by the Team resource
can update his/her progress in PWA. To use a Team resource, your Project
Server administrator must complete a number of setup steps referenced in the
following FAQ:

http://www.projectserverexperts.com/ProjectServerFAQKnowledgeBase/CreateTeamResource.aspx

Hope this helps.