The Agile methodology has long been the go-to framework for teams seeking to effectively collaborate and consistently deliver value for customers. However, as organizations grow and projects become more complex, Agile must evolve. Integrating artificial intelligence...
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An Executive’s Guide to AI-powered Teamwork
Driving AI adoption among teams is not always an easy task, especially when distrust or collaboration issues are present. Dive into this eBook to discover how to streamline AI adoption. What You Will Learn In this eBook from Atlassian, you will explore four main ways...
Strategies to Maximize Developer Productivity in Enterprise Environments
In enterprise software development, productivity is not just about writing more code. Instead, it’s about creating an environment where developers can produce high-value work. Today’s development landscape is complex, with toolchain overload, frequent context...
Beyond Atlassian Cloud Migration Lift-and-Shift: Migrations as Transformations
Organizations often migrate from Atlassian Data Center to Cloud solely based on technical needs. While Atlassian Cloud does offer more flexibility than a server environment, it’s best not to view cloud migration as a simple "lift and shift." This mindset that a...
Why Jira Works for Every Department in Your Organization
Jira has come a long way from its roots as a software development tool. Today, it’s a powerful, flexible platform that enables teams across all business functions—from IT and HR to marketing and finance—to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and boost...
Why Backing Up Your Atlassian Cloud Instance is a Must
Atlassian Cloud is a reliable platform, offering scalable infrastructure to manage data and software. However, Atlassian follows a shared responsibility model. This means while they secure and maintain their platform, you are responsible for ensuring disaster recovery...
Navigating Atlassian Support Channels
When you run into issues with Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, or other Atlassian products, getting the right support quickly is crucial. However, many users find themselves frustrated when trying to contact Atlassian support. In other cases, they realize that the answer...
Optimizing Your Transition from Fisheye and Crucible to Atlassian Cloud
As many organizations shift to the cloud, Atlassian is encouraging its users to utilize more cloud-based solutions. For many, this means a transition from Jira Server to the Cloud. However, teams using Fisheye and Crucible must consider their next steps carefully,...
Integrating Jira with Azure DevOps for Seamless Operations
In SPK’s over 20 years of experience, we’ve found that efficiency and seamless collaboration are key to helping clients get their products to market quickly. Many organizations find themselves relying on both Atlassian's Jira and/or Microsoft's Azure DevOps to manage...
The Optimal Approach to Outsourcing Jira Administration
The Optimal Approach to Outsourcing Jira Administration Jira has the potential to transform your organization, but harnessing its power requires expertise at all levels, from end-users to system architects. Regularly evaluating whether you’re truly maximizing your...
Using Loom for Change Management Communication Across Departments
Introduction Hello, my name is Michael Roberts, VP of Sales and Marketing here at SPK & Associates. In today's video, I'd like to explore how Loom can transform change management communications across various departments in your organization. The Importance of...
Transforming AI from a Tool to a Trusted Teammate
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence has evolved far beyond a simple automation tool. While its capabilities continue to expand, what you choose to do with them can make all the difference. The most effective professionals today don’t just use AI to offload...