Tips for getting a handle on your big data
Big Data has become a popular buzzword within the IT industry. It may have you thinking: Is this something I should be paying more attention…
Automation trends that are changing the face of software testing as we know it
With the introduction of Agile, DevOps and Rapid Application Development (RAD), we’ve seen how software development practices have evolved to support shorter turnaround times for…
The ins and outs of managing up
Why should you care about managing up? Because job satisfaction cannot be achieved in the absence of a good relationship with the person you report…
Backlog grooming – the what, when & how
For projects following an agile methodology, the term “backlog” refers to pieces of work, otherwise known as “user stories”, that are not currently being worked…
Tips for improving communication in virtual teams
With modern technology providing so many different ways to communicate these days, you may be wondering how effective virtual communication can still be an issue.…
Why is trend analysis important to your business?
In this new world of big data and the Internet of Things (IoT), there’s certainly no shortage of data to be analysed in order to…
Driving business continuity in response to cyber-attacks
Every business that uses a corporate network, or an online system is vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Hackers can significantly disrupt daily business operations by introducing malicious…
Strategic problem solving, done effectively and successfully
Strategic problem solving is a critical skill needed by the leadership within any organisation. It is distinctly different from day-to-day problem solving in that you…
The very real reasons why people resist change
Some say change is as good as a holiday, but the reality is that to many people out there, change is not something they’re comfortable…
How to ensure performance reviews yield the desired result
There are many ways in which companies tackle performance management today. While some still prefer an annual review process, others have started to adopt more…