What are the causes of delays in projects?
Exceeding the deadline is quite common in IT projects. According to a survey conducted by Pmreaserch.pl, as many as 61% of projects are completed after the deadline, just 33% on time, and only 6% ahead of schedule. Thus, the efficiency of project implementation is usually quite low. What are the reasons for delays in IT […]
Grzegorz Papaj, 12 June 2019
When is it a good idea to rewrite your system to new technology?
There is no clear answer as to whether it is better to improve an existing system or write it from scratch in new technology. Each time the solution should be adjusted to the specific situation, taking into account both technical details and business issues. In what cases it is better to rewrite the application? Find […]
Grzegorz Papaj, 23 May 2019
Modifying systems – software life cycle
Business IT systems are not only used at large enterprises. They are also implemented in small companies due to the need for digital transformation to satisfy customers’ needs and compete in the market. As a result of the increasing popularity of dedicated software improving work and providing the ability to constantly meet market needs, more […]
Grzegorz Papaj, 5 April 2019
Change of an information system provider
It often happens that after a long period of collaboration an organization changes the IT service provider which handled the development of some internal system. It can be for example an ERP system built for the company internal needs. Such situation often happens when a key programmer, and the only person who has knowledge about […]
Piotr Lewandowski, 13 February 2019
Cooperation models with software development company
Cooperation with developers in implementation and deployment of software becomes necessity as a result of increasing computerization demand. Following article describes cooperation models with programming company. Businesses usually cooperate with software development companies in two models: fixed price and outsourcing T&M (Time and Materials). Both solutions have advantages and disadvantages. Fixed price Fixed price model […]
Piotr Lewandowski, 7 September 2018
IT system maintenance
Some companies tend to maintain their old IT systems, often in outdated technologies. The maintenance and migration of such systems are not easy tasks, as they involve several important decisions. As developers experienced in old technologies may sometimes leave a company, there is a high risk of losing support and development ability. Also, the software […]
Piotr Lewandowski, 2 May 2018