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A guide to functional dependencies in database systems
Project Management 10 min read

A guide to functional dependencies in database systems

Want to dive into functional dependencies in database systems? This one is for you, IT experts!

How to use the stakeholder engagement assessment matrix
Project Management 7 min read

How to use the stakeholder engagement assessment matrix

Having trouble keeping all project stakeholders informed? You need the stakeholder engagement assessment matrix.

The Total Economic Impact™ of Wrike

The Total Economic Impact™ of Wrike

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How to use the Covey time management matrix
Project Management 10 min read

How to use the Covey time management matrix

The Covey time management matrix sorts tasks into four easy-peasy quadrants that show you what’s urgent and important. Learn more with Wrike.

How to create a project timeline in Excel (3 methods + an alternative)
Project Management 10 min read

How to create a project timeline in Excel (3 methods + an alternative)

We’ll show you three ways to build a project timeline in Excel. And, because that can be a headache, we’ll also show you an alternative to building your timeline in Excel.

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How to build a custom project management dashboard
Project Management 10 min read

How to build a custom project management dashboard

When you’re working on complex projects, you need a project dashboard system that blows basic methods like spreadsheets and shared documents out of the water.

Budgeting with Google Sheets: A quick guide
Project Management 7 min read

Budgeting with Google Sheets: A quick guide

Master the basics of Google Sheets for budgeting. Enjoy dynamic dashboards, time-saving templates, and real-time tracking with Wrike.

New dashboards: Next-gen analytics & reporting available now
News 5 min read

New dashboards: Next-gen analytics & reporting available now

We’re thrilled to introduce our new dashboards, which mark a significant enhancement of the most intelligent work management platform.  Wrike’s dashboards are an incredible way to get a 360-degree view of your team’s work so you understand the whole picture at a glance. And now we’ve incorporated even more powerful updates designed to boost visibility and align cross-functional teams.   Wrike’s new dashboards will empower every member of your organization, from individual contributors to C-level executives, allowing them to quickly unlock valuable insights that demonstrate the value of their work and their team’s contributions to organizational initiatives.  Many companies are facing reduced resources and might only have one chance to make a critical decision quickly. Dashboards are the solution. This new capability allows you to analyze your work from multiple angles in a single view, which leads to increased productivity, less wasted time, and the ability to clearly demonstrate your team’s impact. Plus, you’ll enjoy real-time updates and advanced tracking capabilities of customizable attributes and dimensions such as financial metrics.  Put simply, our new dashboards ensure efficiency at every level.  What’s more, Wrike’s new dashboards are fast-loading and super simple to build — no coding skills or experience with BI necessary. Simply choose the widgets you need to customize your dashboard.  And if you’re managing a team, you’ll love our new dashboards for monitoring resource allocation and team productivity metrics as well as tracking financials, helping you map strategy and show ROI to executives. Try new dashboards Benefits of our new, easy-to-build dashboards Item grouping: You can now group tasks in a table by status, assignee, or other customizable attributes for easy tracking and management. Seamless analysis: Drill down to related tasks and work items, while making automatic updates across your project. Real-time sync: Since new dashboards are native to Wrike, you can see a summary of all updates in real time. Public links: With public links, you can now share our new dashboards with people who don’t have a Wrike account.  360° visibility: Increased visibility is the name of the game. You can bring multiple charts and views into one dashboard to connect data insights across workflows, departments, and the entire platform. Data-driven decision making: Wrike’s new dashboards are a game changer for executive and management-level decision making. They allow you to identify risks, prevent bottlenecks, and make sound decisions rooted in data. Mobile accessibility: Never miss an update, even on the go! Effortlessly track statuses and metrics on your mobile device. Set up your dashboard in a few clicks   Creating your dashboards is a breeze. Seamlessly report on team capacity, deliverables, financial data, ROI, and other key metrics. Pick widgets that work for your needs and display the information relevant to you, including graphs, charts, tables, calendars, and other views. Chart widgets enable you to visualize patterns and get insights into your team’s work at a glance without looking at tabular or numerical data. Custom item types and custom fields let you tailor the metrics you want to track. The calendar widget allows you to align activities with your timeline. The activity stream widget shows updates in chronological order. Pivot tables help you explore, analyze, and summarize large datasets efficiently. New dashboards: Join us in superior reporting today!  We can’t wait for you to experience the power of analyzing your data quickly — whenever and however you need. New dashboards are available now.  If you don’t have a Wrike account yet, no sweat! Start a free trial today and experience the power of our new dashboards. Try new dashboards

How to measure success: Key performance indicators for consultants
Project Management 10 min read

How to measure success: Key performance indicators for consultants

Working in consultancy? Here’s how to take control of your KPIs.

WoW: Women-led initiatives at Wrike
Leadership 5 min read

WoW: Women-led initiatives at Wrike

To mark International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on Wrike’s female-focused initiatives, including our WoW group and mentorship program.

Asana vs. Monday.com vs. Wrike: A detailed comparison
Project Management 10 min read

Asana vs. Monday.com vs. Wrike: A detailed comparison

Here you’ll get a deep comparison of Asana and Monday.com. But we’re also going to be cheeky and tell you about our own work management platform, Wrike.

5 Whys template: Root cause analysis
Leadership 10 min read

5 Whys template: Root cause analysis

Need to get to the root of a problem? Try asking “Why?” five times.

10 key traits of an effective organization
Leadership 10 min read

10 key traits of an effective organization

What makes an effective organization? It’s not one thing — in fact, it’s 10 things.

How to create an approval workflow for your team
Project Management 10 min read

How to create an approval workflow for your team

A great approval workflow helps your whole team work smoothly and efficiently. Here’s how you can create an approval workflow that’s customized to your needs.

What are organizational development interventions?
Leadership 10 min read

What are organizational development interventions?

It sounds like a mouthful but organizational development interventions are actually a pretty simple concept.

What’s new in Wrike: February 2024
Wrike Tips 3 min read

What’s new in Wrike: February 2024

Discover the latest updates to Wrike features, from refreshed use case templates to a new calendar widget.

What is organizational development? (Goals, process, and guide)
Leadership 10 min read

What is organizational development? (Goals, process, and guide)

Master the art of organizational development, from its goals to its key components.

Enterprise workflow automation: What a large organization needs
Project Management 10 min read

Enterprise workflow automation: What a large organization needs

As a large organization, you’ll have complex and evolving needs when it comes to workflow automation. Here’s your full guide to automating enterprise workflows.

How to set long-term career goals as an IT professional
Project Management 10 min read

How to set long-term career goals as an IT professional

Working in IT? Here’s a comprehensive guide to long-term career goals in your industry.

How to implement structural design principles
Project Management 7 min read

How to implement structural design principles

Whether you’re a seasoned project manager or just starting, this guide is your ticket to creating a better framework for your project.

A guide to the 5S methodology in the workplace
Project Management 10 min read

A guide to the 5S methodology in the workplace

If you’re looking for a systematic approach to organizing your workspace, look no further than the 5S methodology.

The best project management collaboration tools: 20+ options
Project Management 10 min read

The best project management collaboration tools: 20+ options

Comparing different collaborative tools? Here are the key features to look for when choosing project management collaboration software.

Why job analysis is important, with real-world examples
Project Management 10 min read

Why job analysis is important, with real-world examples

Job analysis is more than just a routine HR process — it’s a strategic approach that can significantly contribute to effectively managing your human resources.