What Is Sprint Planning and How Is It Done?
The Agile methodology uses sprints, two-week periods where developers crush tasks. But how do developers — and their leaders — figure out what they should focus on each sprint? Find out what sprint planning is, how it works, and get a free template for doing it yourself.
KPIs: What They Are and Why You Need Them
How do you know that you’re hitting your goals? Sometimes, you need some kind of metric to track progress. That’s what KPIs are for.
How To Optimize a Coordinated Development Workflow
Your developers need to collaborate closely with the rest of the organization to succeed. But when everyone’s in their own tool, that can be really difficult. Here’s how you can use Unito to optimize your coordinated development workflow, despite the tool differences.
How To Go From New Hire To Full Collaborator
There’s a lot to learn when you start a new job. Lots of names, new processes, the wifi password… While you get that figured out, here’s how you can make sure you’re on the fast track to being great at your role.
The Retrospective: What It Is and How To Run One
Ever get to a point where your team is asking “what the hell just happened?” That means it’s time to run a retrospective. Find out what a retrospective is, how it’s run, and the best tools for doing so.
What is Vendor Management?
All companies depend on vendors; providers who fill a certain need. Restaurants need suppliers for their ingredients like tech companies often rely on vendors for their infrastructure. Find out how these relationships can be managed.
How Neurology Can Curb Workplace Distractions
Phone notifications, chatter around the office, and the blaring of sirens can all hinder your productivity. Trying to get a handle on these distractions? Here’s how you can use neurology to do something about it.
When to Prioritize Structure and When to Go All-in on Flexibility
Should you be putting your energy into having a rigid process for everything? Or should you equip your teams with the flexibility to keep trucking no matter what comes their way? Well actually, a bit of both.
How Backlog Grooming Helps Your Dev Team Get More Done
Heart palpitations. The trickle of cold sweat down the back of your neck. The clawing sense that you’re drowning under a wave of unfinished tasks. You realize the one thing that was supposed to keep you organized is now the source of your anxiety: your product backlog has gotten out of control. What do you do now?
What Is a Minimum Viable Product?
Heard the term minimum viable product (or MVP) and not sure what it means? Find out what it is, what it’s used for, and what you need to know before creating your own.
How To Use a Project Management Tool To Actually Stick To Your Resolutions
The decorations are all gone and the turkey is too. Time to look ahead and figure out your resolutions. Want to actually stick to them this year? Here’s how your project management tool can help you do that.