The intelligent web with Wolfram Alpha, Bing and Hunch

As most of you could observe, there is a new stream in which the internet is going lately. The so-called “intelligent web” or “decision helping” web. Does it appear to you … Continue reading “The intelligent web with Wolfram Alpha, Bing and Hunch”

New technologies on the horizon

Lately, all the media services have been buzzing about new projects of the big boys (Microsoft, Google). The whole big fuss is about the sea of possibilities that those companies … Continue reading “New technologies on the horizon”

Successful outsourcing needs client’s attention

Computerworld UK published an article in April saying: “Outsourcing Not the Big Savings Firms Expect, Study Says”. Summarizing, the recession is pushing businesses to cut the cost of their software portfolios, … Continue reading “Successful outsourcing needs client’s attention”

How Web 2.0 influences HR 2.0 trends

Undoubtedly, in today’s world of management, the only constant thing is a change. In the HR area, two things never change: Human capital remains the most strategic asset of the … Continue reading “How Web 2.0 influences HR 2.0 trends”

Project management in the age of Web 2.0

They already managed ages ago! So why don’t we manage to realize something as simple as a web application? Ages ago people managed to fulfil miraculous projects with hardly any … Continue reading “Project management in the age of Web 2.0”

Java threading – The Executor framework

The main goal of this article is to present the better mechanism of executing threads in Java and to show that working directly with threads is no longer necessary. Thanks … Continue reading “Java threading – The Executor framework”

iEmergency – idea for an iPhone application?

During emergency a split second can make the difference between life and death. Are you sure you will be able to instantly access the proper telephone numbers on your phone? Whom … Continue reading “iEmergency – idea for an iPhone application?”

Agile development – how to handle customers

In my previous post, I outlined the issue of too flexible approach towards the customer. In the example, I provided you were presented as a painter and me as your … Continue reading “Agile development – how to handle customers”

Poland still among the top offshore locations

“The Shifting Geography of Offshoring” is the title of this year’s Global Services Location Index ™ by AT Kearney. And the title is self-explanatory. AT Kearney concluded that there are … Continue reading “Poland still among the top offshore locations”

3 ways to cut your software development cost by 50%

Faced with the economic crisis we all become more cost-focused, whether we like it or not. It’s common knowledge that more and more companies are in for heavy cost-cutting operations. … Continue reading “3 ways to cut your software development cost by 50%”