Fred Wilson

Agile & Software Consultant at nTask

Irvine, US

Joined Jun 2017

https://www.ntaskmanager.com/

About

Fred is an Agile and Software Consultant at nTask. He has vast experience in software methodology and practices. He also manages PR and relationship building in an effort to make project and task management simpler and efficient.

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Why You Should Consider an Eisenhower Plan

Agile managers often implement an Eisenhower plan for better turnover and increased productivity. Here are the benefits and tips to make one.

March 5, 2023

· 3,640 Views · 1 Like

The Many Benefits of Collaborative Leadership in Modern Workplaces

Collaborative leadership comes naturally to a handful of expert project managers these days. Here's what you need to know to get started the right way.

March 1, 2023

· 3,014 Views · 2 Likes

Kanban vs. Scrum Boards: Which Is Better for Project Management?

Considering whether to use Kanban or Scrum boards often boggles new project managers, as each has a different set of challenges. Here's what you need to know.

February 20, 2023

· 3,325 Views · 1 Like

The Importance of Maintaining a Project Management Database

Maintaining a project management database is essential for any organization that wants to successfully manage its projects. Here what you need to know.

February 15, 2023

· 3,206 Views · 1 Like

10 Project Manager Objectives to Improve Performance

Project manager outlines are essential to long-term performance and project longevity factors. Here's what experts suggest doing for optimal results.

December 1, 2022

· 8,875 Views · 3 Likes

How To Create an Effective Agile Software Development Plan

No project is complete until it’s been thoroughly planned and executed in Agile style. Here's what experts recommend doing. Read on...

November 30, 2022

· 6,177 Views · 1 Like

Get Rid of Micromanagement: Introduce Project Ownership to Save the Day

Micromanagement is sometimes counterproductive when it comes to deadline-oriented work. Here's what experts recommend doing instead for increased efficiency.

October 6, 2022

· 5,232 Views · 1 Like

Inherent vs Residual Risk: Differences and Examples Explained

This post will look at the main differences between the Inherent and Residual risks. Both of them have their own implications. Read on to get started.

October 5, 2022

· 3,863 Views · 1 Like

Project Quality Management: A Getting Started Guide for Agile Teams

Project quality management is all about maintaining project quality without affecting productivity. Here's what experts recommend doing to get started.

September 13, 2022

· 4,337 Views · 2 Likes

Everything You Need to Know About Enterprise Architecture vs Project Management

Enterprise architecture and project management may sound like two separate ends of a pole, but they do overlap in their responsibilities.

June 8, 2022

· 10,160 Views · 4 Likes

6 Agile Methodology Stages You Need to Be Aware Of

Agile methodology offers a decluttered approach to getting things done in a project management sphere.

April 22, 2022

· 3,346 Views · 4 Likes

PERT Chart – A Comprehensive Guide to Online PERT Chart Tools For 2022

In this post, we'll take a deep dive into everything about PERT charts, how you can make them, their advantages and disadvantages, and PERT chart tools online.

February 8, 2022

· 8,367 Views · 4 Likes

A Comprehensive Guide to Backlog Management and Everything It Contains in 2022

Let’s now take a look at what the product backlog contains so that there is no confusion regarding it for our audience.

January 5, 2022

· 6,038 Views · 3 Likes

Everything You Need to Know About Gantt Chart Timeline

Gantt chart timelines are essential tools for project managers throughout the project management process. Here's what experts recommend doing to get started.

December 6, 2021

· 6,784 Views · 2 Likes

Free Jira Plugins To Use in 2021 (Updated Guide)

We have highlighted the best free Jira plugins for you to jump-start your workflow automation processes. Number 2 is our all-time favorite tool. Find out why…

October 9, 2021

· 7,752 Views · 1 Like

A Comprehensive Guide on Software Project Management in 2021

Software project management plays a vital role in delivery optimization. Here’s what experts have to say about it to help you get started the right way.

September 20, 2021

· 11,024 Views · 3 Likes

What's the PDCA Cycle and How's It Used in Project Management?

The PDCA cycle serves as a building block for any type of project. Here's what you need to know as an expert working in an Agile environment these days.

April 8, 2021

· 8,234 Views · 2 Likes

Your How-to Guide for Conducting Weekly, Monthly, and Annual Reviews

If you are a project manager swamped with reviews, here’s a handy guide for conducting your weekly, monthly, and annual reviews like a pro.

February 15, 2021

· 5,086 Views · 3 Likes

Your Guide to Effective Business Continuity Plan for Startups and Agile Professionals

This article is for startups or new Agile professionals and includes what you need to do to create your organization's business continuity plan.

January 3, 2021

· 4,657 Views · 1 Like

Effective Team Communication Tips for Agile Professionals in 2020

What is team communication? and how can you improve it? Here’s what agile professionals often overlook when they are actively engaged in project management.

November 5, 2020

· 6,594 Views · 2 Likes

A 2020 Guide To the Importance of Project Design In Project Management

Project design process is the back-bone element of any program or ongoing process. Here’s how you can get the best out of time-oriented projects.

October 27, 2020

· 4,489 Views · 1 Like

Project Management Plan: Purpose and Examples

A well-defined project management plan helps to convert team effort into successful endeavors. Check out some examples on how to build the best PM plan.

September 18, 2020

· 10,241 Views · 5 Likes

Staff Absence Management Guide for Agile Teams

Unplanned staff absence scenarios can cost a company. Here is our staff absence management guide to help combat this productivity-killing instance.

July 10, 2020

· 4,009 Views · 2 Likes

9 Best Free Brainstorming Tools For Entrepreneurs

Having great brainstorming tools can be the difference between implementing great ideas or missed opportunities. Here's our list of best tools to date.

June 25, 2020

· 4,218 Views · 2 Likes

9 Free Best Code Editors for Windows and Mac In 2020

Our idea of a best code editor is a tool to help you compile programs like a pro. Here are 9 best apps to boost your coding skills in no time!

June 19, 2020

· 23,443 Views · 2 Likes

A Comprehensive Tutorial to Understand the SAFe Scaled Agile Framework

If you are an enterprise level project manager, may have heard of SAFe scaled framework. This write-up details an all you need guide to help you get started on learning.

May 28, 2020

· 4,835 Views · 3 Likes

20 Problem Solving Activities for Your Team to Master

Guide your team to be more conscious, so they can be pros at problem-solving no matter what the situation.

January 27, 2020

· 14,097 Views · 7 Likes

Program Manager Vs Project Manager: An Analysis from Cursory Perspective

The terms ''Program manager'' and ''Project manager'' coincide with one another, but there are a lot of key differences at a minuscule level.

December 13, 2019

· 52,136 Views · 3 Likes

The 2019 Guide to Project Portfolio Management (PPM)

When projects are large in size and number, there is a need for strategy. Use these strategies to manage interrelated, connected, and dependent projects.

December 6, 2019

· 11,862 Views · 2 Likes

Agile Project Management for Distributed Teams

Project Management is everything in Agile.

October 8, 2019

· 13,422 Views · 2 Likes

Comments

10 Best Mind Mapping Software for IT Non-IT Businesses

Jul 23, 2019 · Fred Wilson

Thanks for mentioning Miro and other alternatives. We will update that in near future. Kudos.

Types of Scrum Meetings and Scrum Best Practices

Dec 13, 2018 · Fred Wilson

Hi Amy, thanks so much for pointing out the typo. I'll get it fixed. Cheers!