If you use Mindjet MindManager 8 or later, you can export your project plan from Project KickStart in a click of a button.  Or, you can develop a rough plan in MindManager, and export your mind map to Project KickStart for enhanced planning. It works both ways.

To export from Project KickStart to MindManager:

• In the Schedule step, click the Export to list arrow below the Gantt chart, click MindManager, and then click the Go button. You can also click File on the menu bar, point to Export to, and then click MindManager.

Your tasks, assignments, start and finish dates, durations, costs, % Done, and notes (excluding attachments) appear in a MindManager file.

To export from MindManager to Project KickStart:

• In MindManager, click File on the menu bar, point to Send To, and then click Project KickStart. Then click the OK button to start the export.
• You can also click the Project KickStart icon at the bottom of the MindManager window.

Benefits of using Project KickStart and MindManager together

• Visualize your plan in two ways: Brainstorm, plan, and communicate your project details in both a graphical and linear style.
• Develop a graphical plan, and then fine-tune the details: MindManager uses mindmapping techniques to develop a high-level plan in a graphical format. Export to Project KickStart to enhance your plan details by focusing on your project's goals, obstacles, and resource needs. You can also create a Gantt chart schedule.
• Communicate concepts: Project KickStart users can display their plans in a highly graphical mindmapping format in MindManager. The maps make it easier to communicate complex processes and visually identify important tasks, issues and relationships.

Tip

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