Softheme Blog ยป Software Outsourcing Ukraine http://blog.softheme.com software outsourcing, software development, programming, offshore outsourcing, programming Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:48:26 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 InformationWeek 500 Conference & Awards Gala 2010 http://blog.softheme.com/informationweek-500-conference-awards-gala-2010/ http://blog.softheme.com/informationweek-500-conference-awards-gala-2010/#comments Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:47:17 +0000 Anton Blotskiy http://blog.softheme.com/?p=658 Following the deep cost cuts and spartan efficiency programs of the past two years, CEOs and boards of directors are now demanding growth-new customers, new businesses, new revenue streams. It’s more critical than ever that CIOs and other business technology executives sit at the center of corporate decision-making to help make that growth happen.

2010 InformationWeek 500 Conference

At the 2010 InformationWeek 500 Conference, C-level executives from leading global companies will gather to discuss how they’re meeting The Growth Imperative. The conference will feature sessions on the technology organization’s role in:

  • Spearheading alternative business and IT models
  • Cultivating, sponsoring, and driving innovation
  • Boosting brand equity
  • Leveraging social networking for competitive advantage
  • Showing the business value of security investments

LOCATION

Unveiling of the 2010 InformationWeek 500 Rankings - The Very Best Business Technology Innovators

St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach

Join us at the annual InformationWeek 500 Conference starting on September 12, with our golf outing and welcome reception followed by two days of inspiring sessions, innovative strategies, stimulating dialogue, and unrivaled networking opportunities.

Be there Tuesday, September 14, 2010 as we celebrate the 500 most innovative users of business technology at the InformationWeek 500 Conference and Gala Awards Dinner. The conference represents a unique opportunity to meet and interact with the most respected and recognized executives in the field.

Network with hundreds of executives from InformationWeek 500 ranked companies. Gain practical insight and advice from the most innovative business technology executives in the world - and get realistic solutions to your own IT challenges from innovators in your own industry.

Source: InformationWeek

About InformationWeek
InformationWeek is the leading news and information source for information technology professionals and business managers with technology management and purchasing authority. InformationWeek.com provides breaking news online and in newsletters, in-depth features, insightful analysis, benchmarking data, research reports, a wide-range of technology centers, white papers, community forums and expert opinions. For more information, visit www.informationweek.com.

]]> http://blog.softheme.com/informationweek-500-conference-awards-gala-2010/feed/ Gartner Outsourcing & Vendor Management Summit 2010 http://blog.softheme.com/gartner-outsourcing-vendor-management-summit-2010/ http://blog.softheme.com/gartner-outsourcing-vendor-management-summit-2010/#comments Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:21:52 +0000 Anton Blotskiy http://blog.softheme.com/?p=652 In today’s dramatically altered business environment, containing and/or reducing costs are urgent priorities. Organizations are under increased pressure to outsource more and do it more quickly. But solely pursuing a cost-focused approach can invite danger. Are you unknowingly sacrificing performance and sustainable business outcomes? What will happen when the economy stabilizes and the focus shifts to enhancement and innovation? Will the deal you sign today have the strategic business value you need down the road? Gartner Outsourcing & Vendor Management Summit 2010 explores the practical steps you must take today to secure the success of your outsourcing initiatives tomorrow.

Gartner Outsourcing & Vendor Management Summit 2010

At the core of the Summit are proven strategies that can improve your sourcing decisions and actions - immediately. Our team of analysts will help you adapt to the economy’s new circumstances with fresh thinking and trusted insights. Your biggest takeaway: the know-how to structure outsourcing deals that get you through today’s challenges as well as those in the future.

Check back for updates to the agenda, including:

  • Gartner analysts
  • Conference sessions
  • Keynotes
  • End-user case studies
  • Analyst One-on-Ones
  • An exhibition showfloor with leading technology and service providers
  • Network with other IT professionals

Source: ITONews.eu

About Gartner
Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner deliver the technology-related insight necessary for its clients to make the right decisions, every day. From CIOs and senior IT leaders in corporations and government agencies, to business leaders in high-tech and telecom enterprises and professional services firms, to technology investors, Gartner is the indispensable partner to approximately 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. Through the resources of Gartner Research, Gartner Executive Programs, Gartner Consulting and Gartner Events, Gartner works with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.A., and has approximately 4,300 associates, including approximately 1,200 research analysts and consultants serving clients in 80 countries. For more information, visit www.gartner.com.

]]> http://blog.softheme.com/gartner-outsourcing-vendor-management-summit-2010/feed/ Choosing a Software Development Outsourcing Vendor http://blog.softheme.com/choosing-a-software-development-outsourcing-vendor/ http://blog.softheme.com/choosing-a-software-development-outsourcing-vendor/#comments Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:37:49 +0000 Irina Tsulaia http://blog.softheme.com/?p=643
Choosing a software development outsourcing vendor

Choosing a software development outsourcing vendor


Capabilities:

  • Consistent outcomes
  • Timeliness in meeting deadlines
  • Experienced and competent resources

Flexibility:

  • Operating model
  • Willingness to address business needs
  • Supportive through different business cycles

Pricing:

  • Reflect market economy
  • Account for time to understand requirements

To learn more about software development outsourcing, visit www.softheme.com.

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  1. Ability to operate on a global level
  2. Ability to reduce operating costs
  3. Access to technical skills, expertise
  4. Utilization of new technologies
  5. Re-engineering, cleaning up processes
  6. Proven offerings from service providers

To learn more about software development outsourcing, visit www.softheme.com.

]]> http://blog.softheme.com/software-development-outsourcing-benefits/feed/ Risk Management in Software Outsourcing Model http://blog.softheme.com/risk-management-in-software-outsourcing-model/ http://blog.softheme.com/risk-management-in-software-outsourcing-model/#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:50:48 +0000 Irina Tsulaia http://blog.softheme.com/?p=630 Employing a software outsourcing model is connected with risks. Simple steps to mitigate major risks in transferring software projects offshore are listed below.

Risk Management in Software Outsourcing Model

 Ongoing development:

  1. Moving from small tasks to bigger projects
  2. Maintaining flexible and transparent team structure to leave room for changes
  3. Providing ongoing QA of internal builds; supporting frequent milestones and demo releases

Deal structure:

  1. Clear deliverables and services
  2. Key roles
  3. Fees
  4. Schedule
  5. Start and End dates

To learn more about software development outsourcing, visit www.softheme.com.

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