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What They Don’t Teach You About Project Management

Project managers juggle several tasks at the same time. They communicate with all teams, make sure everyone is reaching their targets, keep an eye on the budget, and much more. While most project managers get project management training or formal education in the field, they learn several skills on the job through hands-on experience. Here’s […]

Software Development QA Testing

Quality Assurance (QA) is an essential aspect of the software development process. Experienced professionals carefully comb through every feature, addition, and component of a software program or application to determine if it lives up to their standards. In this highly competitive world, companies can’t afford to put out lackluster products. QA Testing is especially crucial […]

The Top 5 Books On Embracing The Agile Mindset & Method

Summary: Ready to start transitioning to an agile development methodology, but not sure where to start? Discover number8’s top 5 books on agile and get started on your transition today! In the spirit of learning something new, we thought we’d share our favorite agile reads! In no particular order, these books are chalked full of […]

8 Traits of a Skilled Project Manager

Summary: Whether you’re searching for a good candidate or looking to become a skilled project manager yourself, here are some important traits to hone in on.  A project manager’s job entails moving a project from conception to completion all the while ensuring a client’s needs and wants are being met and that the team is reaching […]

Q & A Best Practices

On top of delivering a project on time and within budget, developers must test for quality assurance upon completion to ensure stakeholders’ expectations have been met. However, testing for quality after a product is built, usually results in far too little, too late. The agile model of software development encourages practicing quality assurance throughout every […]

How to Approach Project Management the Agile Way

An agile approach to project management has become prolific within many industries ranging from software development, construction and even marketing. Approaching a project the agile way ensures the product meets the client’s needs in a timely manner. The agile method also specifically makes room for improvements along the way rather than at the end when […]

5 Things Top Project Managers Do To Stay Organized

Summary: Project managers are often the main coordinators of company projects and must stay organized in order to succeed as project managers. Learn the top 5 things project managers do to stay organized at work and how those tips can help you in day-to-day work activities. ​ Project managers have to juggle the needs of […]

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