Is it possible to make Agile and Waterfall teams work together in harmony on projects? Absolutely. The Agile-Waterfall hybrid method does this. In our free eBook we’re sharing the how and why the Agile-Waterfall hybrid approach works. Plus, we’re sharing actionable...
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Clash of the DevOps Titans: GitLab vs. GitHub vs. Jenkins
Choosing the right tools can make or break your software development process. Gone are the days when Jenkins was the de facto standard. Now, we have a plethora of offerings, each with its unique features and purported benefits. But, there are three heavyweights in the...
Microsoft Azure Cloud Adoption Framework
If you're in the midst of planning, or considering an Azure cloud migration, this blog is for you. The reason is because the shift to cloud computing is no longer a trend but a business imperative. However, the process of an Azure cloud migration or general cloud...
Maximizing Email Deliverability via Gmail/Google Workspace
Despite new communications tools and apps popping up daily, email remains a key communication channel for businesses. And, there are plenty of email networks to choose from. For example, Google Workspace (Gmail and G Suite), Microsoft, MailChimp, and more. However,...
4 Advantages of SolidWorks Cloud PDM (Updated 2023)
Considering the leap to cloud-based CAD and PDM solutions? A move to platforms like SolidWorks 3D CAD in the cloud paves the way for unmatched flexibility. Imagine accessing intricate engineering data from anywhere at any time. And, the benefits don’t end there. In...
Virtual Workspaces Compared: VDI vs DaaS vs vCAD by SPK
Over the last few years in particular, you’ve likely seen a shift to virtual workspaces. You might have even used them as an effective cog in your business machine to enable on-site remote workers. Virtual workspaces are great for ensuring a uniform user experience...
Enterprise Service Management: Unlock Business Efficiency and Collaboration
IT Service Management (ITSM) does more than just offer IT support. At SPK and Associates, we see it as a key to delivering seamless IT services from start to finish. Because technology is at the heart of every business team today, ITSM supports various technologies...
Lockheed Martin saves time, money, and tech muscle with GitLab
The world’s largest defense contractor uses GitLab’s end-to-end DevSecOps platform to shrink toolchains, speed production, and improve security. Lockheed Martin Corp., an American aerospace, defense, information security, and technology giant, has adopted...
2023 Gartner named Microsoft a Leader for Integration Platform as a Service
More than ever we see businesses relying heavily on seamless integration of various applications and systems. And they’re doing this to drive efficiency, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. Microsoft Azure integration services, powered by the Microsoft...
Agile Software Development and Jira Software
Unlocking the Power of Collaboration and Efficiency Tired of trying to overcome the pain points of traditional software development methods? Frustrated with slow project delivery? Struggling with team collaboration? Version control nightmares? Worry no more. You can...
Configuration Management: The Heart of Your Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Does your software development organization have a well defined and implemented configuration management (CM) process? For many organizations, they equate the CM process with having a revision control tool in place. While versioning is a necessary prerequisite to...
Accelerating Products to Market with SAFe 6.0
Accelerating Products to Market with SAFe 6.0 Earlier in March 2023, Scaled Agile, Inc., provider of SAFe®, the world’s most trusted system for business agility, announced two new flagship products: SAFe® 6.0 and SAFe® Studio. SAFe 6.0 is the latest version of the...