Project Management Research
First party research on how project managers actually work, backed by survey data from thousands of PMs across industries.
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ClickUp Research surveys project managers, team leads, and program managers across industries to understand how work actually gets done. Every finding is backed by disclosed sample sizes, methodology, and confidence intervals.
This research exists to give PMs real numbers they can use in executive presentations, business cases, and team retrospectives. No sponsored content. No vendor bias. Just data.
Common Questions About Project Management Research
Where does this project management research data come from?
All data comes from ClickUp Research surveys conducted directly with project managers, team leads, and program managers. The Manager Survey 2025 collected responses from 12,847 PMs across 14 industries between October 2024 and January 2025. Full methodology is disclosed on each survey page.
How often is new project management research published?
ClickUp Research publishes new survey findings on a rolling basis. Major surveys like the Manager Survey are fielded annually. Individual insight pages are added as new data becomes available or as existing datasets are analyzed from new angles.
Can I cite this research in my own work?
Yes. All findings are free to cite with attribution to ClickUp Research and a link to the specific survey or insight page. Each page includes the sample size, methodology, and date range so your citation is complete.