​Reported by: Shahirah Abdul Aziz

Smartsheet offers powerful features to help you plan, track, and manage work more effectively. Whether you’re new to the platform or a regular user, these five quick tips can help you work smarter and get more done.

​Ransomware remains one of the biggest cybersecurity threats to SMBs today. According to BD Emerson, in 2025 the average cost for an SMB to recover from a cyberattack exceeds $254,000, with severe incidents reaching several million dollars. After attending Crayon’s webinar Cybersecurity 2027: SMB Priorities and Buying Behavior, one insight stood out: having a backup does not mean being prepared. With attacks becoming more sophisticated, SMBs need more than file recovery. They need identity verification, immutable backups, and AI-powered threat detection. This blog highlights key takeaways from the session and how they can help strengthen ransomware resilience in 2025 and beyond.

Project management is the backbone of successful business operations—ensuring that goals are met on time, within budget, and with minimal risks. Whether you're launching a new product, upgrading IT systems, or managing a large-scale construction project, the right strategies can make the difference between success and costly failure.
In this guide, we’ll explore:

• Common project management mistakes (and how to avoid them)
• Best practices every manager should know
• Real-world examples across industries
• Key questions to assess your current PM setup

Manufacturing project management is a high-stakes endeavour. With supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, and rapid technological advancements, manufacturers must adopt robust project management strategies to maintain efficiency, quality, and profitability. Whether you're implementing smart factories, optimizing production lines, or ensuring compliance with industry standards, effective project management is critical. This blog post explores the key challenges in manufacturing project management, best practices to overcome them, and how tools like Smartsheet can streamline your operations.

​Project management in the energy sector is a complex and demanding task. With projects often involving large-scale infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and significant financial investments, effective project management is crucial for success. Whether you're managing the construction of a new power plant, implementing renewable energy solutions, or overseeing the maintenance of existing facilities, the stakes are high. This blog post will explore the common risks and challenges in energy project management, best practices to overcome them, and how tools like Smartsheet can streamline your processes.

Managing large-scale utility projects across multiple countries is no small feat. When you're responsible for powering millions of homes and businesses, efficiency isn't just a buzzword — it's a necessity.
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That's why when Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia's leading utility company with operations across six countries, faced challenges with scattered project data and manual reporting processes, they knew something had to change.

In today’s fast-paced business world, staying competitive requires more than hard work—it demands agility and the ability to leverage technology. As we move toward 2025, businesses must embrace the transformative power of technology to navigate market changes and fuel growth. The right tools can unlock efficiencies, foster collaboration, and enhance customer satisfaction, providing businesses with a competitive edge.