Top picks on software development and cloud computing from Pinja’s blog

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We’ve put together a comprehensive package of readings on software development and cloud computing topics to pass the summer days. So if you’re wondering where to outsource software development, where to start when developing a digital service or what to consider when modernizing your systems, read on.

When can and should software development be outsourced?

The shortage of experts that challenges the IT sector has made outsourcing software development increasingly common. Typically, software development can be outsourced either in whole or in part. A partner can take care of everything related to technical development or take over only certain aspects of software development. Outsourcing opens up a lot of new opportunities, as you have a professional, scalable team at your disposal.

In our blog post, we listed three reasons to outsource software development. Read the full article here: When can and should software development be outsourced?

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Where to start when the goal is to develop a new digital service?

The global Coronavirus pandemic had a significant impact on the spread of digital services and the acceleration of technology adoption. The pandemic is driving companies to digitize their operations up to 25 times faster, and investment looks set to continue to grow in the future. 

However, the development of a digital service is a long-term process that is worth breaking down into several phases. Read our experts’ tips for a successful project start on our blog post: Where to start when the goal is to develop a new digital service?

What needs to be considered when modernizing systems and moving to the cloud?

Does a technically obsolete system pose challenges to business and service growth? This article is for you. Often, instead of developing a new system, it is worth considering modernizing an end-of-life system. In many cases, it makes more sense than creating a completely new system. 

However, the idea of a cloud migration is often a nuisance. How big is the project? What needs to be taken into account in the transition? Are the resources and skills sufficient? I’ve put together three of the most important things to consider when preparing for a cloud migration. Read more: What needs to be considered when modernizing systems and moving to the cloud?

Did we quench your thirst for information or do you want to read more?

Need more reading or new perspectives? Don’t worry, our data bank is full of useful materials. Check out at least these...

✔️Cloud migration offers many benefits, and safeguards the future of business in an increasingly competitive environment

✔️When paths diverge – transfer software development to a new partner in a controlled manner

✔️Guide: Six steps to developing a new digital service

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