Do you know of anyone who describes their work as calm, spacious, or tranquil? Likely not. Modern work is filled with overwhelm. Employees are suffocated every day with emails, Slack messages, meetings, tasks, tools, and more—aka productivity killers. Most of us begin our day with notifications, instantly going into a reactive mode. This continuous running on the hamster wheel makes us perpetually tired, distracted, and unable to be creative.  The simple practice of everyday productive journaling can prevent all this and more. Let’s see how. How Can Productivity Journaling Boost Your Foc ..read more

An average car has about 30,000 parts. Even a seemingly simple fountain pen has about 25 different parts. Some of these might take minutes to manufacture, while others take days.  In manufacturing, organizations use several metrics to accurately schedule the production cycle and get each part just in time. One of the most important metrics is cycle time.  This metric, known to have originated from lean manufacturing, has now become popular in product and service industries. Let’s see why and how you can use them to improve your production efficiency. How to Calculate Cycle Time to D ..read more

“How long will it take?” and “how much would it cost?” are the two questions that every buyer would ask, whether it’s a tailored suit or software implementation.  In this blog post, let’s explore what it takes to answer the first question, using a concept called lead time. How to Calculate Lead Time to Optimize Your Workflows | ClickUp What is Lead Time? Different Types of Lead Times Production lead time Material lead time Manufacturing lead time Procurement lead time Customer lead time Shipping lead time Cumulative lead time How to Calculate Lead Time? 1. Identify the components o ..read more

In lean manufacturing, there is a rhythm, a beat, that guides the production processes. This rhythm—measured in Takt Time—is the heartbeat of factories worldwide.  In this blog post, we explore Takt time and how to use it to strengthen your manufacturing processes. How to Calculate Takt Time to Meet Customer Demand What is Takt Time? How to Calculate Takt Time? Step 1: Determine customer demand Step 2: Calculate your available production time Step 3: Apply the Takt time formula Takt time in relation to other time metrics Benefits and Limitations of Takt Time Benefits of Takt time L ..read more

Scheduling optimization and workforce optimization go hand in hand. If your work schedule is planned carefully, your employees will have an easier time completing their tasks. Inefficient scheduling often leads to resource drain, customer dissatisfaction, and financial losses, so optimized schedules help you boost productivity, retain customers, and increase revenue. In this article, we’ll introduce you to schedule optimization, presenting its benefits and functioning models. You’ll also learn how to implement scheduling optimization effectively and employ handy tools in the process. Schedul ..read more

Ever come across a situation where a task gets delayed, and when you ask why, the team member says, “Oh, but I was waiting on something I need”? Dependencies are one of the biggest reasons for delays in any project. If you don’t plan dependencies effectively, not only will you lag behind, you will also be left with project team members twiddling their thumbs until the previous task is completed. In project management, this can have financial, reputational, and motivational consequences.  In this blog post, we explore the concept of lag time and how it can help you plan projects better, pr ..read more

Sometimes, scheduling a meeting is more challenging than running it. If you don’t have an effective scheduling system in place, you can get lost in a whirlpool of emails, planners, and conflicting appointments. While fairly common, meeting conflicts are always bad news. They lead to delays, disappointments, and discord. Instead of being productive and focusing on work that matters, you’re forced to divert your efforts to manage the fallout.  The good news is that you can avoid scheduling conflicts easily with the right approach and tools. In this article, we’ll explore how these clashes ..read more

A constraint is a limitation, a set of boundaries within which you must work. Most people would see constraints as a negative, curbing what you can achieve. Within project management, the opposite can be true. Imagine if you had infinite time to develop a feature. You’d never complete it! Without constraints on the project scope, you’ll be pushed and pulled in all directions, significantly affecting your focus. Without resource constraints, your workflows might not be optimized for efficiency or productivity. Project constraints enable efficiency and effectiveness, helping teams deliver softwa ..read more

Ever felt like you’re racing against the clock or wishing for a pause button, trying to squeeze 48 hours’ worth of activities into a 24-hour day?  Deadline stress and the fear of falling behind can make it feel like you’re caught in a crazy time tornado. Trust me, we’ve all been there. Who wants to deal with missed deadlines and never-ending to-do lists in a fast-paced world?  Juggling work, personal life, and the constant stream of responsibilities has become daunting, leaving many overwhelmed. Poor time management affects you and ripples into your professional life, impacting every ..read more

Is the pressure of deadlines and commitments making you feel overwhelmed? Are you trapped in a never-ending cycle of finishing urgent tasks and losing sight of your important goals? You may need to up your time management game.  You can benefit from the many productivity and time management systems out there that provide a structured approach to planning, prioritizing, and executing tasks. One such powerful system is the Trident Calendar System! Popularized by the productivity expert (and influencer) Ali Abdaal, this system aims to help you take control of your time and achieve your goals ..read more