3 Ways to Thrive in the Project Management Industry Chris Wilson, CEO, Function Point Chris Wilson, CEO, Function Point The multi-billion dollar industry of business management software is fast-paced and highly competitive. In a market saturated by project management solutions providers, software development companies are constantly faced with the problem of how to stand out in the crowd. In addition, the rise of the high-tech industry in general has made hiring human resources a significant issue for the sector. Chris Wilson, CEO and President of Function Point Productivity Software Inc., addresses these challenges in three ways: by developing a product for a niche in the project management software industry; creating a balanced workplace culture to attract and retain staff; and consistently returning to the Function Point core values for guidance.