Tracking Project Progress with Keka PSA's WBS Baseline Reports

Monitor project performance, identify deviations, and make informed decisions to keep your projects on track.

Introduction
Project success heavily depends on tracking performance against the initial plan, and this is where WBS Baseline Reports come into play in Keka's PSA module. This new feature empowers project managers to measure progress, identify discrepancies, and maintain alignment with project goals, making it an invaluable tool for effective project management.

 

What are WBS Baseline Reports in PSA?

Baseline reports capture the original project plan, including:

• Scope: The initial deliverables and requirements.
• Task Schedule: Deadlines and timelines for each phase or task.
• Milestones: Key checkpoints within the project lifecycle.

By comparing current project data with the baseline, managers can evaluate variances and adjust strategies to stay on track.

 

Why are Baseline Reports Valuable?

Baseline reports are essential for:

• Tracking Progress: Gain a clear understanding of project performance.
• Managing Stakeholder Expectations: Provide transparency to stakeholders by showcasing progress against the original plan.
• Avoiding Scope Creep: Identify deviations early and realign objectives.
• Better Decision-Making: Analyze variances to optimize resources and timelines.

 

Who Can Access WBS Baseline Reports?

This feature is available exclusively to users on the 3rd Plan of Keka's PSA module.

 

How to Access WBS Baseline Reports

Follow these steps to access and create baseline reports:

Accessing the Reports

 

Select the Project option from the left navigation bar, then click on the Project tab followed by Active Projects to view your ongoing projects.

Select a specific project. Go to the Reports section. And open WBS Baseline Reports.

Click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the Projects screen.

Select Add New to Create Baseline.
Assign a name to the baseline and click Save.



Run Report: Open the reports section to view project metrics against the baseline.

 

Future Scope and Updates

• Currently Available:
  • Task phases
  • Milestone details
• Upcoming Features:
  • Resource allocation baseline reports to be launched by the end of the quarter.

 

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to expand the scope of this feature!

 

For further information on Keka reports on tracking resource utilization and to explore additional features, please click here. Tracking Resource Utilization with Keka PSA's Target Billable Utilization Report