Project Management

Exploring the art and science of effective project management. From planning and reporting to execution, control, and financials, these articles dive deep into strategies, tools, and insights to help you optimize projects and financials in your team and organization.

The death of the project management triangle

If you’re remotely interested in project management, then you’ll likely be quite familiar with the scope-budget-time project management triangle. As with many tried-and-true ideas and theories, sometimes it can be good to hit refresh and come at it from a new angle. And that’s what I’d like to do today—let’s have a look at the […]

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Payroll variance explained: A comprehensive guide for finance and HR managers

What is a payroll variance? Payroll variance is a running total of how much money your company has paid out to employees for things like overtime, vacation, sick days, and pay raises. It helps finance and HR managers figure out if budgets are being met and if everyone is getting paid the right amount. Payroll […]

Project cost management: Adjustable forecasting and the Excel OFFSET function

Today we’re talking project cost management with adjustable forecasting and the Excel OFFSET function. Follow along below, or watch the tutorial on YouTube by clicking here. The first time you heard about a forecast, it probably had nothing to do with project cost management. The team of weather experts behind that forecast used a range […]

Le rôle de l’intelligence artificielle en gestion de projet

De nos jours, l’intelligence artificielle (IA) joue un rôle de plus en plus prépondérant dans de nombreux domaines, et la gestion de projet n’échappe pas à cette révolution. En effet, l’IA a transformé la façon dont les projets sont planifiés, exécutés et contrôlés.  Elle offre ainsi des opportunités passionnantes pour améliorer la gestion de projets, […]

The true cost of employees: Calculate employee cost with this labor cost spreadsheet

Understanding the true cost of employees is crucial for any business looking to manage resources effectively. That’s why we’ve created this free spreadsheet download and video tutorial with detailed instructions and formulas to easily calculate employee cost at your company, as well as to forecast new hires. It’s more than just base salaries; it encapsulates […]

The art and science of financial forecast reliability: How to get it right

Financial forecasting is the process of making estimates about the future performance of a business or organization. These estimates are based on past performance, current conditions, and trends. Financial forecast reliability is essential for businesses of all sizes. This allows them to make informed decisions about investments, operations, and strategies. What factors affect financial forecast […]

Python for finance: Unlocking the power of data analysis

Are you exploring the intriguing world of python for finance? Whether you aspire to work in the financial industry, or wish to advance your existing career, mastering Python is a key step forward. In today’s fast-paced financial arena, Python programming is a crucial skill that top institutions seek in their professionals. Dive into this article […]