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The fact of the matter is you can’t build great products with a dysfunctional team. Numerous studies have shown that a failure to communicate is often at the center of dysfunction.‍ At Crema, we’ve worked with product teams of all shapes and sizes, and we’ve noticed there are several common traps at the heart of most communication failures. Here are 5 we often see in our product team consulting.

What Your Product Team Isn't Telling You: Insights from Team Assessments
by
Julie Branson
Mar 17, 2025

You may be asking the question, “Can I use Miro for project management?” Our answer would be a resounding, YES. This article shares why the tool is great for this kind of work, when to use it, how to use it, and important considerations for implementation.

Product Management
Can Miro Be Used for Product Management?

Choosing the right ticketing system is key to building an MSSP that serves both client and analyst needs. We’ve helped many national and global cybersecurity firms choose the best option for them. Here are some considerations for which to use.

Test Engineering
Top Ticketing Systems for Cybersecurity (2025)

A UX Audit is an in-depth assessment of an existing digital experience. UX Audits can help businesses understand opportunities for improvement, sources of unnecessary friction, and features that might need to be fixed to meet certain standards. These are all ways that a UX Audit can help modernize a product and identify top priorities for a redesign. 

Product Design
What is a UX Audit?
by
Larissa McCarty
May 22, 2024

From bid management to project execution, the right digital tools can revolutionize workflows, enhance collaboration, and drive efficiencies throughout every phase of a construction project. In this article, we'll delve into the key features and benefits of some of the top construction management solutions.

Client Resources
The Top 5 Pre-Construction Tools of 2024
by
Larissa McCarty
Apr 22, 2024

Technology is often seen as a necessary evil. What if it became a revenue generator with smart investments in proprietary tech for growth and resilience?

Maximizing ROI & Strategic Advantage with AEC Tech

With a mere 38% of contractors satisfied with their current pre-construction tools, the industry grapples with critical issues in collaboration, data utilization, and process transitions, resulting in costly inefficiencies and missed opportunities. Addressing challenges in sales and pre-construction to prevent them from spilling over into construction operations is a top priority for ambitious firms looking to scale.

Client Resources
Better Pre-Con Tech Leads to 52% Profitability Boost

Scale your service company beyond billable hours. Transform your business using proven strategies from tech companies. Learn to productize services, package knowledge, and build scalable solutions.

Consulting
3 Ways to Productize Professional Services

Crema partnered with ArtsKC to launch The Drop, creating a seamless ecosystem for arts and culture communities and participating organizations.

News
Crema & ArtsKC Launch New Pilot Program

Discover the Better Bets Canvas, a tool inspired by Annie Duke's Thinking in Bets, helping product leaders tackle everyday challenges effectively.

Consulting
The Better Bets Canvas for Product Leaders

Crema – a design & technology consultancy based in KC – is Big Blue Swim School's chosen technology partner to conduct a comprehensive audit of their digital experiences with the aim of enhancing their ability to cater to their target demographics and drive increased conversion rates during a period of substantial growth.

News
Crema Kicks Off UX Audit With Big Blue Swim School

Crema wins Fortune's Best Small Workplaces 2023, previously honored in 2021. Selected from thousands, thanks to being on the Inc. Best Workplaces list.

News
Crema Wins Fortune's Best Small Workplaces Award Again
Tyler Hilker
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The Better Bets Canvas for Product Leaders

Discover the Better Bets Canvas, a tool inspired by Annie Duke's Thinking in Bets, helping product leaders tackle everyday challenges effectively.

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