How to write a project report that drives results [+ templates]
Writing a project report is essential for your project’s health, but without automation and templates, it can be time-consuming to collect and organize all the data....
A complete guide to the Waterfall methodology
There are different methodologies project managers can choose from when beginning new projects, such as Agile, Gantt, Kanban, and more. If you’ve worked in project...
What is the scrum methodology? A practical guide
Just like a sports team huddles to review a play, successful project teams need to learn and adapt as they go. The scrum methodology is a project management framework...
All you need to know to do Change Management brilliantly
“The only person who likes change is a wet baby.” So said the indomitable Mark Twain. And he might’ve had a point. So many of us find change difficult. And yet, in...
Essential strategies to build brand awareness
Building brand awareness is a trickier task than most people think. Or, more specifically — building brand awareness effectively is trickier than people think. Every...
What is a technical project manager?
Technical project managers are an invaluable resource for projects that require the cooperation and cohesion of stakeholders from all tiers of technical experience i.e....
S-curve in project management: A complete guide for 2026
If you’re a project manager, you know that tracking progress against a plan is everything. But how do you visualize that progress in a way that’s easy for...
Avoid project delays and surprises with a risk register [+ template]
Risk management is your first line of defense against failed projects. Unexpected issues like missed deadlines or cyber threats can quickly derail your progress if...
Project Risk Management: 6 Steps to Succeed
Trying to run a business or manage a large project can often feel like walking a tightrope. One wrong step or a single bad decision can have a ripple effect that derails...
What does a program manager do?
As you advance in your career, you’ve got a handle on your role and your best skills. The next step could be a vertical move within your team or even elsewhere in...
PMO best practices for more effective project management
If setting up a project management office (PMO) alone was enough to guarantee project success across the board, every company would have one, no matter how small. Yet...
Your guide to the perfect construction punch list
For those of you not familiar with the concept of a punch list, it’s unfortunately not nearly as fun as it sounds. An essential document that marks the final stages of...
The easiest way to master production scheduling
Product production scheduling isn’t typically on the forefront of our minds when we walk into our favorite store, but a lot has gone on behind the scenes by the...
How to create a better organizational chart
A New American Economy study found that Fortune 500 companies have, on average, 60,000 employees. Whether you’re a long time manager or a brand new employee, you’re...
Your order tracking software could be better
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not happy with your order tracking system. Is your inventory management software missing an order fulfillment component?...
Choosing order management software: 8 best options for 2026
For many growing businesses, the order process starts as a simple checklist. As sales channels multiply and order volume grows, that checklist can turn into...
Understanding project milestones in project management
61% of project managers usually create a scoping document as part of their planning process, while half of them baseline their project schedules. What do both of these...
Enterprise application integration: what it is and why it matters
Enterprise teams increasingly rely on a growing web of software: CRMs, ERPs, finance tools, project management platforms, custom databases, and more. But when these...
A simple guide to the design process: kick-start your next project
If trying to anticipate customer needs and crafting the perfect product or service was easy, no company would ever go out of business. They’d release one perfect...
What is a business project? (with 6 in-depth examples)
When you order an advanced LEGO set these days, the LEGOs come pre-packaged as individual steps. That’s because the end result — a complex and well-built LEGO...
Understanding project baselines: a guide
Project baselines are an essential part of successful project management. Your baseline allows you to track your progress, adapt to any changes, and still finish your...