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Developing an effective application is a complex, multi-step process that has very real business implications. Learn application development best practices, maximize process efficiency, and reap bottom-line benefits. Forecast - Trends & PredictionsHype vs. Reality: Trends in SOAService Oriented Architecture (SOA) has become one of the latest buzzwords in the IT industry. Most enterprises have now heard of SOA, but few are actually responding to it. Despite the many promised benefits of SOA, only large organizations and enterprises in the business and financial services sectors have taken steps to adopt this technology, most of which are still in the proof-of-concept or... It's Official: .NET Roasts Java's BeansMany IT managers face a fundamental question: Java or Microsoft’s .NET. Info-Tech’s analysis indicates that .NET is far more popular than Java regardless of enterprise size or industry sector. Understand - Technology InsightsAdobe Flex Gaining Muscle for Rich Internet App DevelopmentWhile the Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) and .NET application development platform debate rages on, alternative development frameworks such as Linux-Apache-MySQL-PHP (LAMP) and Adobe Flex are gaining enterprise traction. Adobe Flex is a capable framework for developing and delivering Rich Internet Applications (RIAs) for delivery to both internal and external users. Set Your Sights On the Six Software Testing TargetsIT managers with a desire to understand software testing can quickly become overwhelmed by the various types of testing, all seeming equally important. However, when attempting to improve the functional quality of software, only six primary goals need to be met. To meet these goals, six basic types of testing can cover the gamut and effectively contribute to application quality. Understanding the Cost of Software QualityIT leaders considering expenditures to improve software quality are faced with important decisions around whether and how much to invest in specific quality improvement initiatives. IT leaders must look at the business impact to quantify the benefits of quality initiatives for software projects. Understand the Implications of Java and .NETThere are several key issues that need to be addressed when making the choice between Java or .NET as the primary development platform. Every IT executive must address how Java and .NET differ, how these differences affect adoption success, and how to mitigate the associated risk. Common Pitfalls of Dysfunctional SpecsIneffective functional specifications result in wasted time, costly mistakes, and increased development time. Further, they contribute to failures in... Strategize - Strategy & PlanningFeasibility Study Suitability ToolThis practical tool helps IT managers identify situations where a feasibility study would be the best method to employ for making a decision to either accept or reject a software project. Information Architecture RoadmapWith the increase in demand for data for strategic decision making, companies are forced to collect information about customers, customer behaviors, and markets for use in decision making. Storing and managing this data in an easily accessible location is critical. IT leaders must build an Information Architecture Roadmap (IAR) to ensure that data is optimally stored and leveraged across the... Information Roadmap Optimizes Enterprise Data UseData volumes are growing exponentially as more companies capture information about customers, customer behaviors, and markets for use in decision making. Managing this data can be a challenge. IT leaders must build an Information Architecture Roadmap (IAR) to ensure that data is optimally stored and leveraged across the organization at the lowest cost possible. Effective Project ManagementMost projects are initiated to achieve mission-critical business goals. On average, nearly 50 percent of these projects fail to meet objectives. This level of failure is unacceptable. Ensuring that you have a sound project management system in place is essential in order to obtain your desired results. Drop IIS 4 and 5 NowA recent survey by Port80 Software shows that IIS 4 and IIS 5 are still used by Fortune 1000 enterprises. Both IIS4 and 5 face unresolved problems.... Get Requirements Right the First TimeA thorough business requirements gathering process can spell the difference between project success and failure. Follow Info-Tech's nine steps to... Riding the IIS Adoption WaveMicrosoft Internet Information Services (IIS) releases generally follow the same pattern. Use this knowledge to form a migration plan for IIS... Use Cases: The PrimerEnterprise applications must meet the needs and requirements of their user population. Use Cases are a proven and effective technique for organizing... IT’s Role in Corporate Web Site DesignWhen designing the corporate Web site, IT brings a unique set of skills and expertise to the table. Follow these recommendations to ensure successful... Compare - Product ComparisonWill Silverlight Outshine Flash?Microsoft’s recent move into the Rich Internet Application (RIA) space with Silverlight has generated a lot of buzz and comparisons, but often with... Evaluate - Product EvaluationShould You Move to Apache 2.2.x?Apache 2.2 offers significant benefits and should become the default choice on new Web servers. Avoid upgrading to Apache 2.2 until application needs... Select - Selection AdviceOnline Tool Evaluates Agile MethodsAdoption of agile methods can be a difficult process. IT leaders must match company needs and agile method capabilities to find the best methodology... Implement - Implement & IntegrateApplication Test Strategy TemplateThe test strategy template provides IT managers with a tool to document a comprehensive testing plan that focuses on testing scope, schedule, resources, defect tracking methods, and functional metrics. Cost/Benefit Analysis ToolAn important tool in a feasibility study or project assessment report is a Cost/Benefit Analysis. Use this tool to help provide deeper insight to pros and cons of the project options under consideration. Enterprise Service Bus Drives a Solid SOAService-Oriented Architecture (SOA) can provide solid, near-term benefits to enterprises if they invest in the right messaging technologies. IT executives should build their SOA deployment using ESB to gain the benefits of security, scalability, and reliability. Feasibility Study TemplateA feasibility study is an invaluable tool that helps companies assess the level of risk the company faces when selecting certain IT projects. Creating a feasibility study is a daunting task for newcomers, and angst-ridden for companies that lack documentation standards. Use this template to reduce documentation preparation woes, and create a standard for the company. Quality Assurance Checklist for Feasibility StudiesCreating a feasibility study is a daunting task for newcomers and for companies that lack experience in developing feasibility studies. Use this checklist as part of a quality assurance process to ensure the feasibility study document meets existing documentation quality standards. Prepare Now for IIS 7.0Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) 7 takes some moves from Apache's playbook. Featuring modular installation, transferable configuration... Operate - Operate & OptimizeCheck Your Web Site's ComplianceImproving Web site accessibility and usability is an important but often challenging task for both public and private sector organizations. Using... Usability Testing on the CheapUsability testing has proven to be effective regardless of the formality of the process. Do not omit usability testing because of its cost; instead,... Manage - Management & Staffing
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