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The latest News and Information on Project Management, Methodologies, Productivity and Tools.

Cost control 101: Optimize your project expenses

Cost control involves identifying expenses and finding ways to reduce them to increase company profits. In this piece, we’ll explain what cost control is and how cost control fits into the cost management system. Cost control is an essential part of any financial strategy. When monitoring your company’s finances, how can you stay within budget?

Claire Quansah: 6 steps to successful change management

New tools and processes can transform your workflow. Especially when they’re well communicated, properly tested and correctly implemented. Successful change management motivates your team to adopt new practices. And makes them productive and happier - now and into the future. In this episode, we’re joined by Claire Quansah, an ops expert in the agency space with nearly two decades of experience. Claire shares the steps to consider when implementing change within your agency. She gives advice on how to promote continuous improvement and set your team up for success.

How to Stop Overservicing Clients w/ Ken Yarmosh

38% of agencies struggle with frequently overservicing clients. Of the 500+ agencies surveyed for the 2023 State of Agency Operations Report, 44% also said that client demands have become tougher to meet. Are you finding clients more demanding? Is overservicing happening more frequently in your agency? If so, 2024 can be different on both fronts.

New in Basecamp: See unassigned To-dos & Cards in one place

When you manage projects, you don’t want anything to fall through the cracks. Every detail should be captured, every task assigned. If no one is responsible, the work won't happen. Now in Basecamp, you can see everything that’s unassigned across your projects on a single page. Under Activity, you’ll see the new report: Unassigned to-dos and cards. The report is organized by project, so you can focus on one at a time. Click a project to see the to-dos and cards that aren't assigned yet.

How to Make A Gantt Chart? 7 Easy Steps Walkthrough + Examples

If you’re still fiddling around with the question, “How to make a Gantt chart?” You have come to the right place. A Gantt chart in project management is vital today for various reasons: In this advanced guide, we’ll learn everything you need to know about Gantt charts—from tips on how to create the best Gantt charts to how you can use Nifty, an all-in-one project management tool, to create winning Gantt charts on the fly.

How 200+ Agencies Invest in Their Own Marketing w/ Pete Caputa & Karl Sakas

What got you here won’t get you there. You’ve probably heard that phrase before. And it probably couldn’t feel more applicable than it does right now as we round out 2023. So, the question is: Are you going to keep doing more of the same? Or do something different in 2024? If you’re in that latter camp, then you’re going to get some encouragement (and hopefully some useful ideas to implement) from today’s guests, Pete Caputa and Karl Sakas.

Managing and Mitigating Remote Work Security Risks

Remote work brings security risks lurking in the shadows. Securing your home Wi-Fi, protecting sensitive data during video conferences, and staying vigilant is now our shared reality. Implementing a remote work security policy and educating employees is paramount. These practical tips and strategies are your shield against cyber threats. Secure your digital fortress today; confidently work from home. But remote work isn’t just about warding off threats.

The top 16 outsourcing companies in the world

Looking for the best outsourcing companies? Outsourcing has gained tremendous popularity because delegating business processes to the right companies can improve organizational efficiency greatly. However, choosing the right outsourcing service for your needs can be confusing at first! To help you out, this article will cover the biggest outsourcing companies in the world, their services, and how your business can benefit from them.