Articles by Jill.Gilbert
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
12 tips for killer software demos
When selecting enterprise software, demos are a key part of the due diligence process. Even with a short list of 3–4 vendors, sitting through several days’ worth of demos can try your patience. Learn how you can work with prospective software vendors to deliver a killer demo to engage and inform your stakeholders.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
3 ways to avoid costly software selection mismatches
Some organizations faced with enterprise software selection make emotional, rather than objective, decisions; select technology before understanding their needs; get caught up in vendor hype; or find a solution that does not match their ability to adopt it. Here are three ways that software selection pros make the selection process easier.rn
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
5 ways a consultant can benefit your software implementation
If you shudder when you hear the word “consultant,” you are not alone. Yet a consultant can invigorate and strengthen your software initiative, while saving time and money.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
10 things enterprise software developers can learn from game designers
Most of us use enterprise software day-to-day at work, and use an iPad or Android tablet for work or pleasure. Here are 10 things that enterprise software companies should take to heart when developing business applications.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
6 criteria for selecting a software implementation consultant
Enterprise software implementation is a big deal, and the right consultant can make your life easier. Here are six essential criteria to consider when selecting a consultant.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
6 tips for finding a great software implementation consultant
Enterprise software implementations can take many months to several years, and usually require a team effort with internal and external resources. If you need to hire a systems integrator or software implementation firm, here are six tips to help you find a great one.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
What golf teaches us about evaluating legacy systems
A decade ago, a 72-hole score of 10 under par could win the PGA championship. Today, it’s a new game, where 20 under par clinches the trophy. As in golf, the right software and information technologies – when used strategically by skilled pros – can make a business more competitive. Here are some pro tips for evaluating legacy systems.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management
A great user experience can promote software adoption
“If you build it, they will come” may work in a baseball movie, but it's an unreliable strategy for deploying enterprise software. A better approach is to provide a great user experience, coupled with feature-filled software, to promote user adoption.
Strategies for Software Lifecycle Management