Research shows that companies with greater gender, racial, and ethnic diversity perform better than more homogenous companies. Different backgrounds and methods for attacking problems sparks creativity and enables teams to uncover more original, efficient solutions to challenges. Hiring a diverse workforce that also has the right skills for the job, however, isn’t as easy as […]
The Agile methodology is well known within the software development world. It’s application, however, shouldn’t be limited to technology teams. Agile principles can help any division of business improve efficiencies, meet customer demand, and reduce redundancies. The ability to make quick, informed decisions, to regularly communicate with key players, to implement customer feedback, and to […]
Have you ever felt that, in this era, we are drowning in information and starving for wisdom? The answer to almost any question you can imagine is at your fingertips. A simple Google search can yield hundreds, thousands or even millions of answers to any question you can think of. With so much information available […]
While digital transformation is an increasingly popular effort for many businesses and IT teams, it is much more than simply updating legacy technology. Shifting from legacy architectures and on-premise systems to agile, cloud-based solutions is just one key part of digital transformation. Reaping the benefits of digital transformation, however, requires top-down, cross-departmental buy-in and collaboration […]
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate among professional, scientific and technical talent (which includes computer services) fell to 1.8% in 2018. While unemployment is going down, IT budgets are increasing. Gartner’s April 2018 forecast projects worldwide IT spending to reach about $3.85 trillion in 2019, up 2.8% from […]
Finding the right candidate for an open position takes time. The average job opening draws more than 200 resumes. Technology managers have it even harder. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2020, there will not be enough qualified college graduates to fill the over one million computer science-based jobs. What’s more, while […]
Regularly updating and refreshing your LinkedIn profile ensures you get the most out of one of the world’s leading networking platforms. Whether you are seeking a new job or hoping to expand your client base, LinkedIn can help effectively promote your services, display your expertise, link you with key business connections, and generate business leads. […]
When a project expands beyond an original agreement, with the addition of unexpected deliverables, features, or functionalities, scope creep occurs. While scope creep may not be 100% avoidable 100% of the time, it is smart business to have a plan in place before it happens. It is important to remember that scope creep isn’t always […]
Although technology projects can present many challenges along the way, the most common failure point is the end-user adoption phase. Why? Resistance to change! It is often said that change is the only real constant; however, many people find change difficult and respond with a variety of behaviors that impede the implementation of new technologies. […]
“Not another sales person!!” or “UGH! I’ll just ignore them.” These are common expressions uttered by many senior leaders in companies across the country. The negative connotations that coincide with sales or account management are often around annoyance, lack of value, waste of time, or just out for commission. Unfortunately, these are often based on […]