Tag: consulting

  • Configuration Vs. Coding – Modern Software Systems

    Configuration Vs. Coding – Modern Software Systems

    Over the years that I have been in the software development profession, I have watched solutions evolve dramatically.  The progress has gone from code to libraries to frameworks and now configurable systems.  However, there are trade-offs to consider when you look at a configurable system instead of one that allows…

  • The Importance of Communicating Status and Plans

    The Importance of Communicating Status and Plans

    One of the best ways to control project success is to meet or exceed expectations.  One of the best ways to understand and impact expectations is through regular status and review.  Therefore, status reporting habits are an excellent way to improve the chances of success for your project. A Failure…

  • Contractors or Employees? Options for Growing Your Team

    Contractors or Employees? Options for Growing Your Team

    In building a team one of the first questions that need to be answered is whether you will use contractors or employees.  Although this decision may be dictated by circumstances, it is important to recognize the pros and cons of each.  In the spirit of full disclosure, I have been…