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Calculating the Six Hidden Costs of Waste in Software Development 

Planview

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. It is recommended to keep WIP (Flow Load) at about 1.5

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From India to Vietnam: The Changing Landscape of Offshore Software Development

Tullio Siragusa

From India to Vietnam: The Changing Landscape of Offshore Software Development Outsourcing software development services to offshore vendors has become an increasingly popular way for businesses to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

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How Consulting Will Likely Change Because of the Pandemic

Leapfrogging

If you work with consultants or have your own consultancy, take note: Things are changing, fast. But with the dramatic overnight changes in work and society caused by the coronavirus crisis, the disruptive transformation of the consulting industry will only accelerate. Consulting Services Stratification. Scalable Business Models.

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How Consulting Will Likely Change Because of the Pandemic

Leapfrogging

If you work with consultants or have your own consultancy, take note: Things are changing, fast. But with the dramatic overnight changes in work and society caused by the coronavirus crisis, the disruptive transformation of the consulting industry will only accelerate. Consulting Services Stratification. Scalable Business Models.

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Idea Software: A Quick Guide to the Power of Idea and Innovation Management

Qmarkets

Today innovation has become a lifeline for businesses who have had to pivot and adjust to recent market changes. Idea software helps organizations do this by providing a structured innovation framework that can be launched across an organization. Below is a summary of each stage of the idea management software workflow: 1.

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The Importance of Staying Scrappy in an AI-Driven Era

Tullio Siragusa

This ability to adapt and innovate in a scrappy, resourceful way is often the fuel behind revolutionary ideas and game-changing products. Large enterprises often lose their agility due to organizational inertia and bureaucracy. Testing a new marketing tactic may get delayed due to legacy system constraints.

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Creating Urgency: A Key to Success in Sales

Tullio Siragusa

Being able to react quickly to changes in the market or customer needs ensures that opportunities are not lost to more agile competitors. Balancing Speed with Due Diligence: While decisive action is essential, it must be balanced with thorough evaluation and due diligence.