Technology has been moving at neck breaking speeds for the past few decades. As it moves forward, so do the uses as industries find more ways to go digital. Applications storing health care records are one of the most popular uses as of late. No matter what the application is and what it does, companies can’t […]
Category: Product Development
5 Ways to Remove Technical Debt From Your Software’s Code
When you’re writing new software, time and budget constraints are inevitable. This can lead to cutting corners with your code, building software with old technology or not designing something as you would if you had more time. In turn, you take on technical debt with the intention of going back and fixing your code later. […]
Prioritizing Software Ideas: How to Narrow Down Your Options
Brainstorming is an important part of the agile software development process. Not only is it the most effective way to generate new custom software ideas for your business, but it also brings the entire team together and gets everyone on the same page. Brainstorming in an agile environment is cross-functional and involves people from […]
Software Development Skills Your Partner Must Have
Too often, companies overlook key skills when deciding to bring in an outside software development firm. You might hope to increase your IT team’s capacity and capabilities, but doing so doesn’t guarantee you will get a corresponding increase in business value and team productivity. In order to accelerate development and reach your business objectives, you will […]
Is Your Innovative Software Idea a Good Investment?
Your gut is telling you that your business department has come up with a great software idea. But how do you know if it’s a good investment? In a previous article, we focused on the envisioning stage of a software project, in which you define your customer and the problem you plan to solve. Before-and-after exercises […]
Is Your Custom Software Project Ready for an External Team?
Teaming up with an agile software development firm makes sense for many projects, but certainly not all. In general, here are a few types of custom software development projects you could successfully entrust to a partner: Building a new product Maintaining and supporting an existing system Co-developing a product (using internal and external software engineering teams) Strategic consulting The type of […]
Start with the Right Custom Software Projects When Working with a Partner
Is your internal IT team unable to meet demand for the innovative software your company needs to grow? One solution is to partner with a software development firm. You may be cautious about working with an external team, especially if you have never partnered with a software developer in the past. Your partner must adhere to deadlines, stay […]
How Partnering with a Software Development Firm Benefits Your Budget
Partnering with a software development firm offers a variety of financial benefits that could make a positive impact on your company’s budget. Here’s one example: Diesel Direct operates mobile refueling services in 43 states nationwide. They have grown over the years to become the transportation industry’s largest national mobile refueling company. As the company prepared for growth, […]