Seventy-two percent of people managers say tools that provide visibility into work progress have become more important for managing teams than a few years ago. When team management or tracking tools are used well, managers are most likely to say they provide a mix of monitoring and visibility. When team management or tracking tools are used well, managers are most likely to say they provide a mix of monitoring and visibility. Thirty-seven percent of managers say regular team meetings or check-ins help teams stay aligned, while 34% point to strong day-to-day communication among team members. All respondents were responsible for evaluating employee work progress, productivity, or time management, and interacted with the employees they manage at least once per week.