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Calculating the Six Hidden Costs of Waste in Software Development 

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Nothing frustrates software developers more than working hard on something that never ends up providing value. Whether because of changing priorities, miscommunication among teams, or other blockers, the hidden cost of waste can significantly impact productivity and bottom lines.

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Technical Advisors: Every Startup Needs One

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The Strategic Technical Advisor looks at the business and determines what makes sense from a technology perspective in the short-term and longer-terms. The Tactical Technical Advisor stays on top of the development team to ensure that they’re team is building the right thing in a high-quality, efficient manner.

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Using End-to-End Visibility to Scale and Streamline Automotive Production

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A Shifting Reality for the Auto Industry Automotive companies are increasingly confronted with the intricate task of synchronizing software development timelines with deadlines for vehicle launches. This integration serves as a bridge between software and physical manufacturing processes.

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Navigating Technical Debt in the Automotive Industry

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According to McKinsey , this “tax” on development comprises about 40 percent of IT balance sheets, stemming from the intense pressure to enter the market and gather feedback swiftly. These challenges underscore the complexities inherent in managing and evolving the technological framework of automotive software.

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Why is developing digital products one of the solutions to overcome the crisis?

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What makes us believe that developing digital products is not only a solution to overcome the crisis, but also to generate business value after it too. Technology has only evolved – and very fast. The pandemic effects have created a scenario of uncertainty – unemployment and economic weaknesses cannot be neglected.

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Win at Digital Transformation By Connecting Portfolio Management and Value Stream Management 

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Four out of five CEOs are looking to digital technology investments to counter current economic pressures, including inflation, scarce talent, and supply constraints. So what can technology organizations do to achieve a higher rate of return on investment (ROI)? VSM builds connections between siloed teams within an organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Design Thinking

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How can design thinking help with product development? This helps to ensure that the team is working on solving the right problem. Prototype: In this step, the team creates a rough model of the solution to test and evaluate. What is the difference between design thinking and agile methodologies?