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How to forecast sales: A pocket guide for sales managers
Sales forecasting is an imprecise art—but with our guide, you can learn how to make valuable, more accurate predictions that inform your business decisions. Review factors you should consider and common methods to use.
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6 key product owner responsibilities
Product owners wear several hats in order to maximize the value of the products created by Scrum teams. Review six key product owner responsibilities and what tools you can use to fulfill them.
8 reasons why Lucidchart is the perfect Microsoft Visio® replacement
Considering Lucidchart as a Visio® replacement? Learn about the features that put Lucidchart out on top, including ease of use, easier collaboration, and integrations with leading apps. With our Visio® import, it's easy to make the switch.
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3 Best Sales Closing Techniques (and One to Avoid)
Sometimes your prospect needs a little nudge in the right direction for you to close the deal—and that's why we have the three best sales closing techniques ready for you. Learn which closing techniques to use and which to avoid unless you want your deal to go south.
3 Crucial Stages of Benefits Realization Management
Want to ensure that your projects and programs align with your company's business objectives? Implement BRM, or benefits realization management. This article explains the three stages involved and some strategies for creating a benefits realization plan.
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What is extreme programming? An overview of XP rules and values
Extreme programming (XP) is an agile project management methodology that involves frequent releases and allows team members to quickly respond to changing customer requirements. Before you commit to XP, read all the rules and values here.
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4 phases of rapid application development methodology
Rapid application development (RAD), an agile project management strategy, offers fast project turnaround in fast-paced environments like software development. Learn more about RAD methodology and its benefits.
What is Adaptive Project Framework?
Adaptive Project Framework (APF) is a project management methodology that prepares teams to anticipate change and respond. Learn the five phases of APF and determine whether it's a good fit for your team.
Lucidchart Connect NYC Recap: The City That Never Sleeps
What happened when Lucidchart hit the Big Apple? We showed users where we're headed, how to get more out of our diagramming platform, and how other companies, including NBCUniversal, use the product. Read the full recap.
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Lucidchart for SDRs: How Lucidchart helped me double opportunity creation
At Lucidchart, we believe that working visually can benefit anyone in any role at any company. Marco Trujillo, one of our SDRs, put that theory to test, and his results were extraordinary. Learn how Marco doubled his numbers with Lucidchart.
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Lucidchart Connect Boston Recap: “Give Me Lucidchart or Give Me Death!”
Lucidchart fans came from all around the Boston area to learn tips and tricks about the product, get their questions answered, and network with other users. Read our recap of Lucidchart Connect Boston!
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Lucidchart featured on AWS “This Is My Architecture”
At Lucid, we have enjoyed working as a partner with AWS, and we are thrilled to be featured on their video series, "This Is My Architecture." Watch the video and learn more about our database migration to Amazon Aurora.