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Mastering Project Portfolios in Jira with BigPicture and 7pace Timetracker Integration
Project portfolio management in Jira is powerful, but it can be even more effective with the right add-ons. For teams that need visibility into project schedules, resources, and actual delivery performance, BigPicture and 7pace Timetracker from SPK partner Appfire...
Supporting Digital Manufacturing and Additive Manufacturing Processes with Creo
Digital manufacturing is reshaping how products are designed, validated, and built. Additive manufacturing is now a production-ready pathway for lighter, stronger parts and rapid iteration. To capitalize on this shift, teams need a CAD platform that keeps the digital...
The Cost of Confusion: Streamlining Service Manuals
While service manuals may seem like just a reference guide, they should be considered part of the product itself. When service documentation is outdated, inconsistent, or difficult to follow, it leads to costly errors, frustrated customers, and compliance risks. In...
IATF 16949 and AIAG Core Tools: How to Improve Quality in Automotive Manufacturing
Quality is a necessity in every industry, but it is especially vital to automotive designers and manufacturers. This is evident by the strict automotive quality standards manufacturers must meet to achieve customer expectations and ensure safety. Two critical...
The Role of Managed Services in Scaling Engineering Projects
Introductions Hi everybody. I'm Michael Roberts, Vice President of Sales and Marketing here at SPK and Associates. And today we're discussing a topic that's shaping the future of product development and engineering. And that's the role of managed services and managed...
Keeping Generative AI Safe: Security Strategies for Azure AI
Generative AI can supercharge productivity, but only if it’s built on a secure foundation. Azure AI pairs powerful foundation models with enterprise-grade controls for encryption, access, and threat protection. It enables teams to innovate without exposing data or...
Ditching Adobe Workfront for Agile, Scalable Project Management in Jira
When it comes to project management, organizations often face a tough choice: stick with legacy, specialized tools like Adobe Workfront, or transition to agile, enterprise-ready solutions like Atlassian Jira. While Workfront has carved a niche in marketing and...
A Compliance Checklist for an ISO 9001:2015 Audit
ISO 9001:2015 is the internationally recognized standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It helps organizations consistently deliver quality products and services, meet customer expectations, and drive continual improvement. Achieving ISO 9001 certification...
Keeping Pace with Medical Device Software Updates
As more and more software permeates products being released today, being able to update that software over time is an important part of the product lifecycle. In the case of medical device software updates, these are essential for keeping devices safe. From infusion...
The Importance of ISO 17025 for Testing and Calibration Laboratories
Testing and calibration laboratories play a critical role in industries ranging from manufacturing and chemicals to healthcare and research. Their results often influence product safety, regulatory compliance, and customer trust. Organizations must ensure their...
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