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# Configure

# Configuring Project Management {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Zurich
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* Updated July 31, 2025
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Learn about the process required to set up and configure Project Management to enable your project managers initiate and plan projects.

## Configuration overview {#configuring-project-management__cf-config-parent-checklist}

With the Project Management application, you can plan, organize, and manage projects and resources more effectively, making it easier and faster to complete projects. To use the Project Management application, you need to install
the PPM Standard plugin. For more information, see [PPM Standard (Project Portfolio Management)](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/lthEiw20Z2MB3s~WIEhUPQ "The ServiceNow PPM Standard, earlier known as Project Portfolio Suite with Financials, application integrates Financial Management and Project Portfolio Management.").