There is always room for new learning, for new growth. In the world of technology things move so fast. New things are being invented all the time. New technologies, particularly cloud services, are a fertile ground for new technology innovation. It can be a challenge to remain current. What is all this new stuff capable… Continue reading Embracing the new: Why learning and growth are essential in technology
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Are you in the digital dark ages? Is it time for a review?
Are you or your team spending hours on the computer doing repetitive or error-prone work? Many companies start off with manual processes that are sufficient for the initial workloads. However, after a time, these processes can become unwieldy and difficult to manage and adapt, leaving businesses struggling to keep up with new demands and circumstances.… Continue reading Are you in the digital dark ages? Is it time for a review?
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Why software projects fail: Exploring the challenges and risks
While construction projects have a success rate of around 70%, software development projects only have a success rate of around 30%. This discrepancy highlights the unique challenges of software development and the importance of successful project management. The Unique Challenges of Software Development Software development is a unique field that requires different approaches and strategies… Continue reading Why software projects fail: Exploring the challenges and risks
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Is a budget set in stone or is it just an estimate?
Budgeting a project can make or break a business. Get it wrong and you could follow in the footsteps of FoxMeyer who was the largest drug wholesaler in the USA. They had budgeted $65 million dollars to implement an ERP system. The final bill came to $100 million, and they were forced to file for… Continue reading Is a budget set in stone or is it just an estimate?
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A dysfunctional development team can be the road to ruin
With so many information systems projects failing – as many as 71% according to the Standish Group Chaos Report – it is important to plan well and ensure that everything is as perfect as can be, with a contingency in place for any unexpected challenges.
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How do you know when a technology development project is going off the rails?
A few years ago, the Standish Group Chaos Report found that as few as 29% of IT projects were successful and a further 19% were considered to be out and out failures. Further research by McKinsey added that 17% of some IT projects failed so spectacularly that they actually threatened the company’s viability.
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Why CEOs never get a truthful answer about the progress of a project
In any technical development project many people are involved. But it is the CEO and senior management who ultimately own major investment projects within a business. As projects progress you can often feel you are not really being kept in the loop on project progress.
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Beware the knowledge gap
There are many things that can derail a project, from under-budgeting to time slippages, to lack of communication. One problem that can be a challenge from the start is the knowledge gap between the CEO commissioning the project and those who will be managing it or using the finished product.
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Identifying a project on the rocks
The smallest slip at the beginning of the project can snowball until it has catastrophic impact later on; so, the key is to catch these slips as they happen.
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Buying a Business?
Buying a business can be an exciting but challenging time. Integration can be derailed by anything from workplace culture to inadequate IT systems. If not planned and assessed properly things may not go smoothly. Preventing failure requires thorough upfront research and assessments.
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How to ensure your merger runs smoothly
Mergers can be exciting and can benefit all parties in their future business goals. But only if the merger is handled well. How you merge and manage the transition can make a big difference. In regard to the merging of two (or more) information systems it’s not just about one being preferable over the other…
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How to improve team effectiveness
According to the Independent newspaper, more than 58% of workers have reported that they have been more productive since working from home over the past year. A more productive workforce is a happier, more efficient workforce which is accompanied by a boost in general morale. However…
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