10 Agile Project Management Problems Solved by Agilebars Sprint Scheduler

Agilebars is a browser-based Agile sprint management tool built on the same codebase as Timebars and Costbars. It combines a Kanban board with a time-phased scheduling canvas, spreadsheet sync for data entry, and automatic burndown chart generation.

Product Overview

Agilebars Sprint Scheduler is the perfect companion to Timebars Resource Scheduler, extending its capabilities to manage projects using Agile sprints rather than traditional waterfall methods. It introduces a specialized scheduling engine and features like Kanban boards and burndown charts to track sprint progress. Whether you're transitioning a project from Timebars or starting fresh, Agilebars streamlines Agile workflows, enhances visibility, and eliminates common pain points for sprint teams.

Target Audience

• Product Managers
• Product Development Teams
• Organizations adopting Agile practices
• Teams transitioning from Waterfall to Agile

Core Value Proposition

Use Agilebars for free, no registration required. Full product functionality with data limitations for trial. Purchase a license when you need larger quantities of backlogs and work items.

Why Agilebars?

1. Innovative Management Tools — Gain insights into your organization's work with purpose-built agile and legacy management capabilities.
2. Productivity Boost — Unique drag-and-drop interfaces and spreadsheet sync feature reduce administrative overhead.
3. Seamless Data Transfer — Pre-populated spreadsheet templates synchronize perfectly with Excel and Open Office Calc for secure, clean data movement in and out of browser pages.
4. Visual Decision Making — Graphical interface to visualize product backlogs, sprint data, and management information with drag-and-drop control.
5. Cloud Analytics — Optional Pubset feature provides a Dashboard with pre-built graphs, line charts, pie charts, bubble charts, and tabular reports for management report sharing.

Features

Scheduling & Planning

• Flexible Scheduling Engine — Proprietary engine tailored for Agile sprints with configurable rules for dynamic reporting and progress tracking
• Dual-Mode Visualization — Single-click switch between Kanban mode and Timebars time-phased canvas; no import/export required
• Kanban Board — Lanes include Will Do, Doing, Finalizing, and Done; drag-and-drop updates progress automatically
• Scrum Board — Full Scrum board functionality with one-click mode switching
• Giant Screen Support — Use Kanban mode on large displays for team sprint planning and tracking

Data Management

• Spreadsheet Synchronization — Pre-populated templates (Excel and Open Office Calc compatible) for fast bulk data entry
• Drag-and-Drop Import — Drop spreadsheet onto canvas to import data instantly
• No Web Forms — Eliminates bulky form-based data entry
• Daily/Weekly Status Updates — Quick updates synced with sprint progress

Progress Tracking

• Burndown Charts — One-click generation, automatically updated based on Kanban lane changes or timescale adjustments
• Earned Value-Based Calculation — Progress is calculated, not manually set; size work items first, then progress is earned as items move through lanes
• Definition of Done Rules — Built-in rules triggered by drag-and-drop (e.g., moving to "Done" = 100% complete)
• Baseline Management — Unlimited one-click baselines; compare current forecast to original plan instantly

Reporting & Analytics

• Built-in Reports — Super-fast reports generated from browser data
• Cloud Dashboard — Optional Pubset feature with customizable graphs, pie charts, bubble charts, and tabular views
• Visual Sprint Representations — Interactive graphical interface for time management and sprint control
• Management Report Sharing — Publish and share insights via cloud

Integration & Security

• Seamless Timebars Integration — Transfer projects from Timebars with a single click
• Single License — Works across Agilebars, Timebars, and Costbars
• No Installation Required — Access instantly via URL
• Browser-Based Storage — Data stays local; no cloud storage risks
• TLS Encryption — End-to-end encryption for all data transfers
• Risk and Issue Management — Track risks and issues directly on Kanban or Scrum boards

Benefits

Time Savings

• Eliminate IT approval delays with instant browser access
• Fast bulk data entry via spreadsheet sync replaces slow web forms
• Automated progress tracking removes manual update burden
• One-click baseline creation and comparison
• Simple status questions ("Is it done?") replace chasing durations and actuals

Productivity Gains

• Drag-and-drop interface streamlines sprint planning and updates
• More bars visible on time-phased canvas vs. traditional Gantt charts (one row per bar)
• Switch modes on the fly without data conversion
• Customizable workflows adapt to unique business practices

Visibility & Decision Making

• Real-time sprint progress via Kanban boards and burndown charts
• Visual backlog management enables better prioritization
• Dashboard visualizations turn raw data into actionable information
• Walk into meetings with confidence using clear progress displays

Cost & Risk Reduction

• Free trial without registration
• Cost-effective alternative to expensive legacy tools
• Data security—sensitive information never leaves your browser
• Reduced administrative overhead frees team for execution

Team Collaboration

• Giant screen Kanban replaces messy whiteboards
• Easy report sharing across organization
• No nagging developers for durations—ask simple yes/no questions

Problems Solved

Technical Details

Earned Value Model

The scheduling engine is modeled after Earned Value concepts:

• Users must size work items upfront
• Progress is "earned" automatically as tasks move through lanes
• Moving an item to "Done" sets it to 100% complete
• Time-phased data feeds burndown charts and reports automatically

Mode Switching

Single-click switch between Kanban and Timebars timescale canvas:

• No import/export required
• Data transforms instantly
• Continuity maintained across views

Spreadsheet Integration

• Pre-populated templates for Excel and Open Office Calc
• Drag-and-drop onto canvas to import
• Bulk operations for efficient sprint setup
• Metadata coding for flexible project views

Getting Started

Pricing

Monthly subscriptions for single-person licenses. Purchase 1-12 months in one credit card transaction. Technical support included.

See pricing details at: timebars.com/pricing-breakdown

Registration & Purchase

1. Register at timebars.com/register with email and password
2. Check email for verification link
3. After verification, go to Quick Buy or Pricing Breakdown
4. Purchase subscription license
5. Log in with email/password—license downloads automatically and data limitations are removed

Free Trial

Full product functionality available without registration. Data limitations apply. Try for as long as you like before purchasing.

Product Ecosystem

Agilebars is part of the Timebars product suite:

All three products share the same codebase, look and feel, and work with a single license. Transfer projects between tools as your methodology requires.