How to avoid Task Dependencies from going Wrong in 7 Easy Steps

Benjamin Franklin understood that time is the most precious resource when managing a project. That’s probably because he knows a thing or two about deadlines.  He famously said:   “You may delay, but time will not.”  His project? Get the Declaration of Independence signed before the English set foot on the American shores. If there ever […]

How to Start an Overwhelming Project?

Have you ever been asked what your favorite part of being a project manager is? We’re guessing that you’ll answer that no two projects are the same. The people involved in your project change all the time. You constantly learn new things and everything has its ups and downs. I think it’s fair to say that […]

How to manage Scope Creep in Project Management

Scope Creep is the stuff Project Management nightmares are made of. Project Managers don’t like scope creep because it makes the project and everything that goes with it (budget, resources, client expectations, timeline, etc.) utterly unpredictable.  What is Scope Creep?  PMI defines scope creep as ‘Adding additional features or functions of a new product, requirements, or work that is not […]

When a Kanban Board and Project Management are a great match.

It’s a matter of weeks until we can start trumpeting about the new ProWorkflow Kanban Board. The vibe we are getting is that many of our clients are just as excited about this as we are.  So in anticipation to the big day, we thought it was a good idea to have a look at […]

Working from Home at ProWorkflow-Ashlee’s Story

Just like so many of you, the ProWorkflow Team is currently working from home. And just like for most of you, at times, the transition is an interesting one. We hope Ashlee’s story will put a smile to your face.  5.30am–Silence. 7.30am–Kids wake up.  7.40am–Kids want to help me work.  7.45am–Pass kids to husband.   Thankfully […]

7 Things that Help in Times of Anxiety.

 If you are experiencing anxiety, stress, fear and worry, you’re not alone.  It’s a very natural response to the global pandemic. Even people with a high stress threshold and excellent coping techniques need to step up their game at the moment. 

5 Reasons Remote Teams choose ProWorkflow.

I know things seem crazy right now. In fact, things ARE crazy right now. But there will come a time in the near future where things get back to a ‘new normal’.  A normal that will feel as comfortable as before. Restaurants will be full again, Concerts will sell out, and people will visit your company just like […]

How to work productively while being in isolation?

It’s an understatement to say we’re currently living in challenging times with the current COVID-19 outbreak.  Many of us who usually commute to work are now working from home, and it can be quite an adjustment. While most of us are no doubt grateful that we have that possibility in the first place, it also comes with its […]

5 Reasons why Tracking Time can save Money

Tracking time is considered a tedious job by many. But it’s an important one. As a matter of fact, it’s a lot more important than most people realize, and not just for the reasons you think it is.  Knowing how many hours each person spends on a task (whether or not it is billable) is the magical tool to […]

On the Road to Excellence: a few small Tweaks

You may have heard the saying:  ‘Excellence is not a destination. It’s a continuous journey that never ends’.  As you probably know by now, we have a strong commitment to continuously improve our Project management software. Sometimes with leaps and bounds forward, sometimes with a bit of love and attention in just the right spots.  You may have noticed […]