In business, no one wants to plan on failure. However, when it comes to software development, failure is more common than most managers want to admit. In particular, many managers and executives fear large software-based projects are especially likely to fail due to the complex nature of these projects and the nuanced reality of the […]
Clubhouse Aims to Simplify Software Project Management
Clubhouse Software today announced it is adding a Clubhouse Iterations module to its project management application to make it easier to plan sprints involving product and software engineering teams. Mitch Wainer, chief marketing officer for Clubhouse Software, said Iterations will be included as part of its project management application service, which aims to bridge the […]
CircleCI Adds Integration With Atlassian Jira
One of the trickier issues IT vendors in the age of DevOps are dealing with is that very few organizations have standardized on a platform from a single vendor. Not only do organizations mix and match tools as they see fit, but different departments within the same organization also embrace different tools to automate the […]
The 5 Core Principles of Lean Management
Lean project management is rooted in cost-saving manufacturing methodologies. The ultimate goal of lean methodology is to reduce waste. Companies in all industries have adopted lean principles into their own processes, but lean is most suited toward physical manufacturing, engineering and related industries. Regardless of your company’s size or the activities of your organization, lean […]
Anaxi Delivers Project Management App for DevOps
Anaxi, a provider of project management software designed specifically for DevOps teams, has made its web application generally available. The web application complements an existing iPhone application, while an Android version of the company’s project management application is still under development. Company CEO says Marc Verstaen said that as DevOps has evolved around multiple repositories, […]
Why Hiring Top Web Developers is a Good Idea
Web developers are a great addition to every organization. Having your own web developers to help you create web applications and websites can be invaluable to companies of every size. If you happen to be a software development team, they are indispensable members of your team. Because web developers are in such high demand, hiring […]
Demystifying Crucial Phases of Project Management
With competition becoming more intense for development companies, project management is becoming a more integral part of every project. It’s no longer limited to the actual creation of a new project. Now, it’s about planning, communicating, collaborating and analyzing. With so many moving parts, it’s difficult to understand all of the important phases of project […]
Anaxi Enhances Development Intelligence Tool, Helps Maintain Delivery Schedules with Added Support for Atlassian Jira
App provides greater reporting and analysis capabilities SAN FRANCISCO, November 15, 2018 — Anaxi, maker of software that helps engineering organizations gain control over the development process, announced today its iPhone app has added support for Atlassian Jira Server and Cloud versions to its current support for Github, giving engineers and managers increased visibility and intelligence on […]
Common Hidden Dependencies and How to Uncover Them
It’s no secret that a truly Agile approach minimizes the risk organizations assume with waterfall or other traditional project management methods, by letting teams iterate and inspect and adapt as they go. But many companies lack clear visibility into real-time dependencies at the team level—even with daily standups, iteration and release planning, and a regular […]
Tips for Successfully Adjusting to Life as a Project Manager
When you switch to a new work environment, it takes time to adjust to the new surroundings. As a project manager, you have to be ready to lead your team on the path to success while ensuring a good system of supervision and support. At this stage of your career, if you are feeling a […]