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Does it ever feel like following an agile approach isn’t as, well, agile as it’s supposed to be? For all the advantages agile delivers, there are trade-offs. And sometimes, the framework ends up getting in the way of business agility. Some are turning to a hybrid approach in an effort to achieve better adaptability — and greater agility — throughout the delivery lifecycle. This hybrid approach is a scaled agile framework called Disciplined Agile.

Did you know that businesses waste $1 million every 20 seconds because of poor project performance? It’s a staggering number for sure, and for growth-focused agencies especially, it’s a statistic to avoid becoming a part of. That’s where lean thinking comes into play: to help agencies avoid waste and inefficiencies and keep projects more streamlined and profitable.

With a laser-like focus on eliminating waste through continuous improvement, it’s easy to see why lean project management has caught on even outside its manufacturing origins. Today, lean has become one of the leading styles of project management across software development, marketing, manufacturing, and more. Companies ranging from Intel to John Deere to Nike have implemented lean manufacturing and seen powerful results.

The stats about email marketing ROI seem almost too good to be true: $36 for every $1 spent is a heck of a return. But results like those don’t happen simply by deciding to send a few sporadic marketing emails. They happen when you send the right emails to the right people at the right time, pushing them to the right outcomes.

In today’s rapidly changing world, the concept of sustainability has become more than just a buzzword. It has become a vital consideration for businesses across industries. Sustainable project management is a powerful approach that integrates environmental and social responsibility into the project lifecycle. In this article, we will explore how you can implement sustainable project management practices in your workplace, benefiting both the planet and your organization’s bottom line.

We’ve all become familiar with the phrase “unprecedented times”. You might even say it’s been overused. But if there’s one cohort in the corporate world that knows what the phrase really means, it’s managers. Remote work is booming. Demand for decentralized offices is sky-high. Good people are leaving unexpectedly. Up to 60% of employees are on the fence about their jobs or on their way to checking out.

For the last 40-50 years, forward-thinking organizational leaders have been working hard to reform top-down organizations into places where democracy and collaboration set the pace of progress. Employee empowerment has become non-negotiable. However, one area that has been slow to transform is employee monitoring. It’s only since Time Doctor recognized the need for employee-friendly monitoring that things really started moving in the right direction.

While gearing up for bigger fall releases, which will include a brand-new project view and revenue forecasting options, our focus is on smaller updates this month. Like simplifying the Stripe setup as a continuation of our recent mission to enhance client collaboration options, and doing some behind-the-scenes technical fixes to improve Scoro’s overall performance.

The potential of AI has recently received a lot of attention in the field of workforce management. A new article or blog post on how AI is changing the way we work appears every day, making grand claims about increased productivity, accuracy, and a smarter workplace. But it can be challenging to distinguish fact from fantasy in the midst of all this excitement. So, what’s the real story behind AI in workforce management? How much of the hype is reflected in real-world applications?

Running a successful startup is like playing chess — it requires foresight, strategy, and careful planning. Before you make a move, you must consider all the possible outcomes and how your decisions will play out in the long term. The same holds true for startups. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs overlook the importance of project management in setting up for success.