Hello and welcome to this SPK and Associates video, "Why Businesses Must Embrace Digital Transformation." My name is Michael Roberts, Vice President at SPK and Associates, and I'm here with Chris McHale, CEO and Co-founder of SPK and Associates. What is Digital...
The ability to harness and effectively communicate the insights hidden within a company’s data has become a crucial skill for organizations. In a blog post from 2022, I explored the topic of storytelling through data utilization. This fusion of data analysis with...
Today, many organizations are faced with data overload from various sources such as CAD, PLM, CRM, ERP, CI/CD, and others. So, the strategic analysis and integration of this data are essential for making informed decisions and gaining a competitive edge. The fusion of...
Ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering trust in products are paramount for medical device manufacturers. The FDA, European Competent Authority, and Health Canada closely oversee design, development, and manufacturing for patient safety and efficacy....
With the impending deadline for Atlassian Server support on February 14, 2024 you’re likely at a crossroad – contemplating the transition to Atlassian Cloud or potentially already on it and wondering how to save costs on your stack. At SPK & Associates, we...
As we progress through 2024, the landscape of IT Service Management (ITSM) continues to evolve. And, Atlassian is at the forefront, shaping the way organizations tackle service delivery. In this blog post, we’ll share what we’ve learned in the past few weeks about the...
If, like most industries, you're in the process of the digitization evolution,you’ll encounter new product development challenges. The increasing focus on electronic and software components is driving a shift in product engineering. Thus, it’s necessitating more...
In business, the abundance of data can be overwhelming at times making it hard to quickly identify trends. But, making data-driven decisions can create leading-edge organizations that propel past competitors. That means it’s imperative to have Business Intelligence...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a seismic transformation that’s changing the way we work. According to McKinsey, artificial intelligence is used by 56% of companies worldwide. And, that number should keep growing. So what happens when you combine AI with a...
Developing software is hard. And, it’s even harder to predict what people using your software will want. This has been the case for many years. Agile teams face constant challenges discerning priorities amid evolving tasks, features, and deadlines, aiming for...
There is a paramount importance to staying ahead of new risks. After all, more and more crop up each day as technology and processes change. So, in this blog post we’re exploring the 2024 trends for risk management.Why Manage Risk? It sounds like a simple question...
It seems like just about every company is now a part-time or full-time software company. But, for small and mid sized companies, employing effective practices, such as DevOps to manage the day-to-day, might not be feasible. However, there is a solution. It’s called...