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Top project cost tracking tools for better forecasting: The 3-layer test

Project cost tracking software -also called cost control systems or project budgeting tools- is no longer just about time logs. The real challenge is financial clarity: knowing where money is going, predicting where it’s about to go, and reporting it in real time. The best project time tracking software offers powerful project budget management with […]

Learning from failure: A complete guide to modern project post-mortem analysis

In today’s fast-paced business environment, the difference between organizations that thrive and those that merely survive isn’t found in their ability to avoid failure—it’s in their capacity to learn from it. That’s why we’re tackling project post-mortems and everything you need to know to conduct them successfully. TL;DR: What you’ll learnThis article explores how modern project […]

Top project time tracking tools in 2026 that help prevent time theft while respecting employee privacy

Time theft and timesheet fraud both involve employees being paid for hours they didn’t actually work, although they differ in scale and intent. But the bottom line is that incorrect timesheet practices cost businesses about 7% of annual payroll, according to U.S. Department of Labor estimates. Let’s look at the differences and see how they can […]

Actual, planned, and earned time explained (with examples & best practices)

In project time tracking, it’s crucial to understand the difference between actual time, planned time, and earned time. Think of these three metrics as lanes in a swimming pool — each moving you forward, but at a different pace and with a different story to tell about your project’s progress. On their own, they can […]

Transforming forecasting and risk management: A practical guide to xP&A implementation

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations face an increasingly complex challenge: how to maintain accurate forecasting and effective risk management while navigating unprecedented levels of uncertainty. As US Economist Michael Hammer wisely noted, “The secret of success is not to predict the future but to create an organization which can prosper in an unpredictable […]