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What is a workflow? Definition and examples

Workflows are a structured series of steps that take you from the beginning to the end of a process. Workflows show stakeholders what tasks are complete, when they get done, and who is responsible for them—increasing visibility and efficiency across teams. Learn the many benefits of workflows and how to start using them in your work today. The term workflow is ambiguous. For some, a workflow is a process—for others, it’s a way to organize information.

Product development process: The 6 stages (with examples)

The product development process is a six-stage plan that involves taking a product from initial concept to final market launch. This process helps break down tasks and organize cross-departmental collaboration. Find out how to implement a process of your own. Product development is both an exciting and difficult endeavor. From initial ideation to research and prototyping, no two product launches are the same.

What's new in Asana | December 2024

Welcome to the December edition of What’s new in Asana. First, customize your email notifications with more detailed options for which notifications you want to receive. Next, sort and group tasks in Gantt view based on what’s most useful for your project. Finally, request access to private work in portfolios you’re a member of.

How to create a content calendar for social media

Creating a content calendar is essential for streamlining social media management, allowing for advanced planning and cohesive messaging across various platforms. By using a social media calendar, teams can balance evergreen and timely content, track important dates, and coordinate with cross-functional collaborators effectively. Understanding how to create a content calendar is invaluable for maintaining a consistent, high-quality social media presence and optimizing audience engagement.

How to create a project timeline in 7 simple steps

Wondering how to transform your project management game? Learn how to streamline your tasks and dependencies by creating an adaptable project management timeline that's suitable for any industry and profession. Managing a project? Viewing work in a timeline—instead of a spreadsheet or disorganized to-do list—is one of the benefits of project management. A timeline can show you how all the pieces of your plan fit together. So, why haven't you made one yet?

What is project planning? How to write a successful project plan

Organize your projects with project plans to keep things on track—before you even start. A project plan houses all the necessary details of your project, such as goals, tasks, scope, deadlines, and deliverables. This shows stakeholders a clear roadmap of your project, ensures you have the resources for it, and holds everyone accountable from the start. In this article, we teach you the seven steps to create your own project plan.

What's new in Asana | November 2024

Welcome to the November edition of What’s New in Asana. First, use AI to create charts in projects based on simple text instructions. Next, combine the power of portfolio rollups with the flexibility of formula custom fields to create tailored data aggregations within portfolios. Finally, update access levels on portfolios to provide more custom control over access and permissions.

Asana customers break down their favorite features

What makes Asana a must-have for cross-functional teams? Hear from our inspiring customers as they share the Asana features they love and rely on. From task automations to integrations and multi-homing, these powerful capabilities simplify complex workflows, helping teams cut through the noise and stay focused on their most important work.

How Asana uses work management to power digital roadmap planning

Digital roadmapping isn't just about creating a to-do list of projects—it's about making smart choices that drive real results. A clear and well-prioritized roadmap requires aligning with stakeholders, setting clear priorities, and making tough trade-offs. Dani Spires, Head of Digital at Asana, knows this challenge inside and out. “As a digital team, we have to support the evolving needs of the business while also pushing forward technical initiatives.

The 4 taxes that bankrupt your workday: State of Work Innovation 2024 sneak peek

Clocking in at 9 a.m. and heading out at 5 p.m. is no longer the norm. More and more knowledge workers are adopting hybrid and flexible schedules, with asynchronous workflows and cross-functional teamwork taking the place of in-person meetings and siloed knowledge.