Finding people who will make an appropriate addition to your team is a very difficult process. There are so many factors from skill sets, to personality, to relevant experience, and even cultural differences that can affect the success of a new hire. When it comes to recruiting software developers, the task is especially challenging. A …
The market over the last ten years has become increasingly competitive. I believe this trend will continue in next few years and only the best companies will survive. Businesses come and go on a daily basis, but it has become very apparent that the ones who remain are consistently in touch with their customer needs, …
Quite often you’ll see companies with the slogan “Clients Come First.” I agree, client satisfaction and the needs of customers are very important to every business. However, I want to challenge that idea with the suggestion that companies should change their slogan to “Employees Come First.” Companies are continuously working within a demanding triangle. How …
A common misconception of software testing is that it’s only conducted after a system has been completed. However, software testing should be a continuous process that takes place throughout the development lifecycle of a system. Even in the early stages of business analysis, setting specification, and design, software testers always have something to do. This …
According to Mashable, “GroupTalent lets devs build and showcase their own teams….You can piece together a group if you’re working with other devs at a small startup or on an open-source project, if you’ve worked together in the past, or if you’ve built projects together while at university — wherever two or more are gathered together, …
Technology is rapidly surprising us with new and innovative ways to improve business operations. Companies in nearly every field of business are reaping benefits from software and other technology. However, new systems are not always properly introduced to key users, thereby limiting their potential. Once these new “tools” are offered, it’s important that companies adequately …
Establishing and managing a business that utilizes an offshore team as part of its operation is a complex challenge. Cultural difference, time difference, and a lack of face-to-face time, all contribute to the intricate nature of the onshore/offshore model. But with the right approach, this model can yield extraordinary benefits for a business. In our …
I strongly believe that, within a range of reasonable salary, people don’t work harder just because you pay them more. As long as someone is making enough to live comfortably, they’re going to work as hard as they usually work, regardless of whether you’ve offered them a commission or a higher salary. To be fair, …