Different projects need different tools — but they also need different types of leaders to guide the project team to success. In the world of project management, there are two main types of leadership roles: project managers and Scrum masters. But what’s the difference between the two job descriptions, and which one is the best choice for your agency’s next project?

Great product managers are made, not born. There are plenty of jobs out there where people can get by on talent and charisma alone. But a product management role isn’t one of them. That’s because the skills, experience, and competencies required to manage and make a great product are numerous, diverse, and overlapping. Some might come naturally, but others require hands-on experience and still others, formal training.

Consulting has become a huge part of daily operations for businesses and governments worldwide, and for good reason: It’s a great way to seek expert advice and outside perspectives to achieve goals, reduce costs, and improve performance. The numbers back up this rapid growth. According to Global Data, the global consulting industry (valued at a whopping$347 billion in 2022) is expected to hit $449 billion by 2027!

Pricing is a constant balancing act in the world of consulting. Charge too much, and you risk losing potential clients, charge too little, and devalue your expertise and skills. Unfortunately, for most consultants, hourly rates are the norm. You know — set an hourly rate, multiply that by the number of hours worked, and there’s your consulting fee. So, what’s the solution? Project-based consulting fees.

What are the two biggest challenges facing your consulting business today? If “finding more clients” or “increasing profitability” were your top two answers, you’re not alone. And if finding (and keeping) clients is key #1 to success, then figuring out how to price your services in a way that’s attractive to them and profitable to you is key #2.

Consultants striving for efficiency and precision often face the challenge of managing client billing seamlessly while ensuring accuracy. The traditional approach of manual billing is time-consuming and error-prone, which can hinder your productivity and impact your bottom line. The solution? Billing software catered specifically to the needs of consultants.

Time is a precious resource, especially for consultants with multiple projects and clients to juggle. With each project's timeline and billing cycle, keeping track of time can be challenging. That's where time-tracking software comes in. Time-tracking software is a tool that helps consultants track the time they spend on various tasks and projects. It allows them to monitor their productivity, allocate resources efficiently, and accurately bill clients for their services.

Although time travel is still a figment of our imagination, our latest release will give you the illusion of going back in time. Picture this: You’ve given your team member a much deserved promotion for their hard work on a big project and amidst the happy celebrations, you’ve forgotten to change their billable rate on said project.

Although time travel is still a figment of our imagination, our latest release will give you the illusion of going back in time. Picture this: You’ve given your team member a much deserved promotion for their hard work on a big project and amidst the happy celebrations, you’ve forgotten to change their billable rate on said project.

Think business intelligence (BI) is only for the big guys? Not anymore. In the past, business intelligence software was expensive and effectively limited to big businesses. Integrating it into existing systems (let alone running it) required more resources and IT infrastructure than the typical small to mid-sized professional service firms could muster.