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# Project Management Apps
The TimeKat App for Time-Tracking Keeps Creatives and Freelancers on Task

By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-02-27 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/app-for-timetracking
References: [betalist](http://betalist.com/startups/timekat) & [timekat](http://timekat.com/)

This app for [time-tracking and project management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timemaster) will enhance productivity for freelancers and creative types. Currently in beta, TimeKat helps you work smarter and happier with a simple app, so you can get back to watching cat videos on the Internet.

The app for time-tracking uses a "[Pomodoro-style timer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-tracker)" and also enables you to create time sheets to monitor your hours. If you work on a team, you can manage tasks by assigning and prioritizing projects. An automated communication function notifies you when clients approve tasks. The TimeKat app is also integrated with [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timezone-planner) apps, so you can keep all your files organized.

This platform helps freelancers work more efficiently, but is also great for creative agencies and other kinds of teams.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.2/10
- Popularity: 70% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Time-tracking Apps:** The rise of time-tracking apps presents an opportunity for developers to add unique features, such as automated communication functionality, to appeal to busy professionals.
- **Project Management Platforms:** As more freelancers and creative types rely on project management apps, there is an opportunity for developers to create a seamless, all-in-one platform with customizable features.
- **Collaboration Tools:** With the increasing popularity of remote work, collaboration tools will continue to evolve, presenting opportunities for developers to create user-friendly platforms that support teamwork and communication from anywhere.

### Where This Applies

- **Freelance Marketplaces:** Freelance marketplaces could benefit from integrating time-tracking and project management apps to attract and retain top talent.
- **Creative Agencies:** Creative agencies can benefit from using project management and time-tracking apps to increase productivity, efficiency and accuracy of billing for clients.
- **Remote Work Providers:** As remote work becomes more common, providers can gain a competitive advantage by offering their users intuitive collaboration and project management platforms that streamline and optimize work processes.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Personal Time Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-tracker2.md)
- [Freelance Time Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeytracky.md)
- [Freelancer Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ticktrack.md)
- [Simplified Task Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/task-timer.md)
- [Intuitive Time Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-tracker1.md)
- [Customizable Timer Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catime.md)
- [Freelancer Time Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-effectively.md)
- [Tracking Time Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-time.md)
- [Gamified Productivity Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timecraft.md)