Project Management Tutorials & Guides

Kanban Principles and Practices Beginners Guide for 2025

Take a look at the best project management software suites and you’ll see that most of them support kanban. Kanban is one of the easiest agile methodologies to use, and it supports multiple industries. Still, before you switch from traditional project management methods, you need to understand kanban principles and practices. In this guide, we’ll...

By Brett Day — 16 Apr'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Are Scrum and Agile Feature Teams? Comparisons, Pros & Cons in 2025 

As agile frameworks become more widespread across various industries, the use of feature teams to quickly and efficiently create end-to-end product features has soared. However, just because many organizational structures include feature teams doesn’t necessarily mean they’re right for you. In this guide, we’ll cover the pros and cons of feature teams; their characteristics; how...

By Brett Day — 16 Apr'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

Guide to Agile Planning in 2025: Processes, Tools and Templates

Agile project management has grown in popularity in recent years. In fact, at least 71% of U.S. companies1 use agile planning methods to map out their projects. It should be no surprise that companies are finding success by utilizing the best project management software and adopting agile approaches. If you want to increase project success...

By Brett Day — 15 Apr'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Goran Nikolić

PSM vs CSM: 2025 Differences in Scrum Master Certification 

Those looking for a career in agile project management will find it highly competitive. However, there are plenty of project management certifications for those looking to start their agile journey. The Professional Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Master certifications are ideal for aspiring scrum masters. We’ll break down each certification in this PSM vs CSM...

By Brett Day — 28 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

25 Agile Best Practices for High-Performing Teams in 2025

Agile methodologies and frameworks provide a solution for organizations looking to improve their teams’ effectiveness and productivity. These proven methods, along with using some of the best project management software platforms and some of the best agile tools, help teams adapt quickly to change, collaborate effectively and deliver successful outcomes.  In this article, we have...

By Waricha Nitichareon — 28 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

Product Owner vs Project Manager Roles Compared in 2025

Picking a new career in project management can be daunting, as there are many options. However, if you’ve narrowed your choices down to project manager or product owner and are looking at some of the best project management certifications to help advance your career but still aren’t sure which way to turn, our product owner...

By Brett Day — 25 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is Agile SDLC: The 5 Agile Software Development Life Cycle Phases Explained 2025

Agile teams developing software use an iterative approach to help break down complex tasks into manageable chunks during timed workboxes called sprints. This sounds easy enough, but the software production process can become messy if a process known as the agile software development life cycle (SDLC) isn’t used to guide teams to the desired outcome....

By Brett Day — 19 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

What Is CSPO? Certification Benefits, Process and Costs to Become a Certified Scrum Product Owner in 2025

Product owners are a vital cog in scrum teams. Not only do they manage backlogs by using the best project management software, but they also collaborate with stakeholders and developers, create product visions and are responsible for delivering high-quality products. If you want to become a product owner and find yourself asking, “What is CSPO?,”...

By Brett Day — 18 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

What Is a Scrum Developer in Agile Teams? Get Certified in 2025

Scrum masters, who use the best project management software to manage projects, and product owners, who manage product backlogs, tend to receive all the attention in scrum. However, the developers are the ones doing the heavy lifting. If you’re ready to learn about the importance of scrum developers, this “what is a scrum developer” guide...

By Brett Day — 08 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

What Is an Agile Release Train? 2025 ART Guide

If you’ve been around small businesses and agile frameworks like scrum, you’ll know the teams are small. However, as companies grow and demands increase, the need for multiple teams that can work on projects together increases. A scaled agile solution like SAFe, which uses an agile release train (a team of agile teams) that works...

By Brett Day — 06 Mar'24 Last Updated: 10 May'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz