Common Mistakes Agile Software Development Teams Make
Summary: Is your software team is considering transitioning to an agile development model? Before you do, read about these common agile mistakes to avoid. Have you and your business decided to apply the agile method to your next project? There are several benefits to utilizing the agile methodology. But at the same time, it […]
5 Myths of Working With an Offshore Development Team
Summary: Working with an offshore development team is becoming a popular alternative staffing solution in the software industry. Not only does it reduce operating costs, but it allows a company to build a team at their own pace. However, offshoring work comes with its fair share of misconceptions. Here are a few common myths about […]
Do’s and Don’ts for Virtual Meetings
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted every business in the world in one way or another other. While people practice social distancing, many businesses are encouraging or even making work-from-home mandatory for their employees. This has led to an exponential rise in the use of various digital systems and tools, including video conferencing for virtual meetings. […]
How To Increase Your Tech Team’s Off-Site Productivity
Many IT companies have started to allow employees to telecommute on a part-time or full-time basis. People can work from home, cafes, or even parks instead of commuting to work every day. While this has several advantages, it can also hamper a team’s productivity if it isn’t handled correctly. There are several ways to help […]
Ransomware Attacks In The Healthcare Industry
Ransomware attacks have become increasingly common in recent years. Individuals involved attack healthcare systems and other installations that contain critical private information to get data that is valuable to their targets. According to recent reports, damages caused by ransomware attacks are increasing, totaling billions of dollars every year. For example, a Boardman, Ohio-based Urology practice […]
Tips For Transitioning To An Agile Approach To Software Development
The agile software development lifecycle is often considered one of the best approaches by industry experts. Studies show that this approach ensures software development teams are 37% faster in delivering products and 16% more productive, which can benefit your company significantly. Many software development teams follow the traditional waterfall approach, which is fairly straightforward while […]
Seven Reasons Why a Growth Mindset Is Better for Business
Many leading global corporations consider Growth Mindset as a defining leadership principle and a core skill that helps people adapt and succeed in increasingly disruptive times. Having a Growth Mindset is about staunchly believing that every failure is a learning opportunity and that it is possible to improve. The idea is to challenge oneself and […]
Distributed Teams: What You Need to Know
Distributed teams have been commonplace in many industries for years. With the recent uncertainties faced by companies in the face of the coronavirus outbreak, remote work has become a necessary adaptation for even more organizations. As many teams adapt to a distributed model in the short term, it’s helpful to consider some of the pluses […]
We’d Love To Schedule A Time To Talk.
Provide your information to talk with a number8 Relationship Manager about your development needs today and feel what it’s like to be listened to before being sold a solution.
We’re Everywhere
number8’s onshore office is located in Louisville, Kentucky where our Account and Relationship Managers work hard to provide all of our clients with exceptional customer service. We also have consultant offices located in Escazú, Costa Rica and San Pedro Sula, Honduras that give us a strong local presence allowing for top-level recruitment, technical training and low employee turnover.
Our Locations
