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A practical approach to improve the performance of your agile teams

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This article describes an A-type ecosystem for (software) product development, the prevalent dynamics in it, and the solutions to improve performance using Org Topologies™ mapping. This is a common situation in software development groups. For example, a user might need to find the best option to travel from A to B.

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How to Make a CPM Schedule: CPM Scheduling Basics

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Learn how to make one, leverage some free templates to help and find out how CPM software facilitates the process. Determining the critical path is time-consuming and project managers have turned to project management software to help. But not all software has that feature. What Is a CPM Schedule?

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How the 12 principles in the Agile Manifesto work in real life

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That year, a group of 17 software practitioners looking for a better way to deliver software settled on the the term agile to refer to their more rational, human approach to complex work. Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software. It's an incremental approach.

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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

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Lean focuses on eliminating eight areas of waste: defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilized talent, transportation, inventory, motion and extra-processing. As Agile methods continue to grow from the software development egg in which they were hatched, the style has found itself saddling up with Six Sigma.

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Empowering Innovation: The Rise of Citizen Developers

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Understanding the concept of citizen developers is crucial in grasping the magnitude of their impact on the tech industry. Understanding the Concept of Citizen Developers Citizen developers are non-technical individuals who utilize low-code or no-code platforms to build applications, automate processes, and solve complex problems.

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IT Outsource: Which Business Functions Are Better To Delegate And The Best Outsourcing Hubs

Productivity Land

Another big plus of outsourcing is the ability to improve business processes due to the expertise of the involved specialists. Brazil Brazil is India’s main competitor in outsourcing due to similar rates and better geographic location, reducing time zone differences and communication problems.

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4 Best (and Worse) Cities for Remote Workers

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According to a study by FlexJobs, remote work grew by 159% between 2005 and 2017, and the trend has only accelerated due to recent global events. Factors to consider for remote employees When choosing a city for remote work , several factors come into play: Cost of Living: This includes housing, food, transportation, and other daily expenses.