Software Development is a term to encompass the processes of software engineering combined with the research and goals of software marketing to develop computer software products. Synonyms include software life cycle and software process. There are several models for such processes, each describing approaches to a variety of tasks or activities that take place during the process.
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The True ROI behind WAN Optimization
published by Riverbed Technology, Inc ITWP on Jun 25, 2009
Looking for solid data behind the cost-savings story of WAN optimization? In this paper, NetForecast analysts interviewed customers who have deployed this solution, and the results show that this technology has significant strategic business value to companies. According to a one of the world’s largest financial institutions, “This is an enabling technology that changes how you think about deploying applications.” Download this paper and learn how WAN optimization technology can be a strategic asset for your organization and its bottom line
Improving Application Development with Digital Libraries
published by Safari Books Online on Jun 08, 2009
This white paper outlines some of the most salient challenges and demonstrates how technology managers can enable their development teams to streamline application development and troubleshooting, while keeping them current on emerging technology, new product versions, and changing market trends-allowing them to move right past the gotchas.
DITA 101 Guide: Leveraging the DITA standard for content creation, control and delivery
published by IBM FileNet on May 29, 2009
Learn the evolutionary tale of DITA and see how it will take on your content management and publishing challenges by streamlining processes, facilitating modular writing, paring down publishing costs and much more. DITA is an XML-based, end-to-end architecture for creating, producing and delivering topic-oriented content that you can reuse in multiple ways. Download this guide to join the DITA evolution.
Nucleus Graphics: A New Approach to User Interface Creation for Consumer Electronic Devices
published by Mentor Graphics on May 21, 2009
No question the UI in electronic devices today is playing a larger role in the success of a device. Get the UI wrong and your product will have little chance of surviving. And it isn’t enough to deliver a UI that is merely functional: it has to look good too. Studies have shown that a good cosmetic design can encourage users to explore the full range of features and often, can engender the perception that a product is easier to use, which can make consumers more tolerant of product deficiencies. Learn more today!
Are You Ready for Your Next Software License Audit?
published by Tideway ITWP on Apr 14, 2009
Software licenses are usually contracted based on expected rather than actual use, making it hard to determine when companies are no longer compliant with their licensing agreements. Be prepared! Discover ways to identify and eliminate unused data center software and ensure license compliance is met in your company by downloading this white paper.
Using C++ Efficiently In Embedded Applications
published by Mentor Graphics on Apr 03, 2009
Moving to C++ presents opportunities for higher programmer productivity. The requirements of embedded systems, however, demand that the adoption of C++ be carefully measured for the performance impact of run-time costs present in C++, but not in C. This talk suggests strategies for developers who are starting their acquaintance with C++.
ODBC 101: The Beginner's Guide to Open Database Connectivity
published by DataDirect Technologies on Mar 17, 2009
Since the SQL Access Group created the Call Level Interface, ODBC has become the most ubiquitous method for connecting to relational database sources. ODBC was developed to allow programmers to access relational data in a uniform manner, regardless of the database backend. ODBC translates those generic commands into the specific esoteric commands of the database backend, so the quality of the driver directly determines the performance of the database connectivity layer. Learn more today!
The .NET Connectivity Guide: Tips & Techniques for Better Performance
published by DataDirect Technologies on Mar 17, 2009
Connecting to a database requires a number of independent layers. The application needs to incorporate software that establishes the connection and calls to the database. A database connectivity layer needs to be in place to help manage security, communications, and data flow with the database. The database has a set of interfaces that help translate the client requests into actions within the database engine. And with the advent of .NET, the costs of managed versus non-managed code must also be considered.
What Makes OpenVOS OPEN?
published by Stratus Technologies on Mar 10, 2009
Terry Bass, V Series and OpenVOS Product Manager, discusses the arsenal of industry standard and open source applications available today on OpenVOS that make UNIX and Linux programmers immediately productive on the world’s most reliable operating system. VOS is now OPEN.
IBM Case Study: Sametime Streamline
published by IBM on Mar 04, 2009
Celina Insurance case study that shows cost reduction and increased productivity - faster, better service to agents and their customers due to integrated systems and real-time collaboration; being “easy to do business with” secures agent loyalty; 50 percent reduction in phone calls and costs due to instant messaging option, and 40 percent reduction in head count while maintaining the same volume of business due to streamlined processes.
Vendor Landscape: Web Conferencing; Show Me, Don't Just Tell Me
published by Adobe Systems, Inc. on Feb 27, 2009
Web conferencing has become a common tool for collaboration among employees, customers, and partners. While core Web conferencing features have become commodities, vendors are bringing specialized products to market for training, sales and team support, and marketing events.
Best Practices for Delivering Virtual Classroom Training
published by Adobe Systems, Inc. on Feb 27, 2009
Anyone who has taught an online class, or given a remote presentation of any sort, has had this thought pop up at least once. Most of us can admit we’ve asked that question far more times than that while sitting in a room alone, effectively talking to ourselves. So how can you encourage people to listen, and even better, absorb your presentation? How will you know your audience is engaged?
Enterprise Management System (EMS) Realized Cost Savings for CIOs- do you know Jack?
published by CrossTec Corporation on Feb 26, 2009
Without a comprehensive management program in place IT assets can cost far more than necessary through waste and redundancy (direct costs) and overly complex management and maintenance (indirect costs). Implementing an effective IT asset management program is a first step for companies to deal with these issues. Learn more today!
Application Lifecycle Management and Business Strategy
published by Microsoft Visual Studio Team System on Feb 25, 2009
Is building custom software a necessary evil, a process that’s divorced from the really important parts of a business? Or is the ability to do this well the underpinning of every successful organization? The truth is probably somewhere in between these two extremes. One thing is clear, however: In many organizations, how well a firm executes its business strategies is inextricably tied to how good it is at creating and running new applications.
Application Lifecycle Management as a Business Process
published by Microsoft Visual Studio Team System on Feb 25, 2009
Being better than your competitors at creating and using custom software can bring substantial competitive advantage. Similarly, being worse can put you at a significant disadvantage. If your organization doesn’t see ALM as one of its most important business processes, it’s time to change that view.
Tools for Team Development - Why Vendors are Finally Getting it Right
published by Microsoft Visual Studio Team System on Feb 25, 2009
This is an important moment in the evolution of development tools. Since team development tools are now focusing on the right problem, they have more to offer than they did ten years ago. Organizations doing team-based development—a category that includes almost everybody—can benefit from taking another look at this style of tool. Learn more today!
Strategies for Effective Change Management: Graduating from Version Control
published by Aldon on Jan 13, 2009
Cut development costs and speed time-to-market with change management.
Fighting Fire With Fire: Five Strategies to Enable Business Change in IT Operations
published by HP Software on Nov 21, 2008
The problem is change; the solution is change. Like firefighters setting controlled burns to combat forest fires, IT managers are addressing the demands of business change by introducing change of their own. To meet new business needs, new applications are deployed on new architectures using new technologies. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
Generate Revenue with Online Video Ads
published by BrightCove on Nov 18, 2008
The online video boom presents an enormous opportunity to grow your audience and generate new advertising revenue. Discover proven methods and strategies to create an optimal user experience with online video, resulting in more unique visitors, increased time on site, and higher repeat visits – and ultimately resulting in more advertising opportunities and higher revenue.
Deploying Windows Vista to the Desktop: Get It Right with Dell
published by Dell on Oct 20, 2008
Dell has improved PC deployment activities through patent-pending automation technology and offers an array of services from planning a Windows Vista migration to post-deployment management.
What to Look for in Mission-Critical Managed IT Services
published by Stratus Technologies on Sep 30, 2008
The Choices from many reputable suppliers of IT managed services can appear very much alike. Yet when you have a mission-critical business process whose function must not be interrupted, you know your requirements call for something above and beyond. This paper serves as a field guide to help you identify key characteristics that set a critical managed IT service apart from even highly capable general-purpose offerings.
Buying and Using Marketing Automation Systems
published by Marketo, INC. on Sep 25, 2008
Listen to this free podcast at your desk or on the road and learn the business challenges and problems causing B2B companies to look at marketing automation ... the near-term and longer-term ROI benefits to expect... what key features and capabilities you should look for in a B2B marketing automation system... and more. Find out what marketing automation can do for your organization—and how to choose the system that’s right for you. Download this free 15-minute podcast now.
The Benefits of Model-Driven Development
published by CA Mainframe on Sep 12, 2008
This paper describes the approaches in MDD, explains how CA Gen fits into the larger picture of application development, and relates customer experiences to underpin the quiet success. Access this White Paper now to learn how to CA Gen goes one step further!
Software Security Governance in the Development Lifecycle
published by Ounce Labs on Apr 17, 2008
There are many key drivers for application security, such as managing the high levels of complexity in rapidly changing IT environments as well as regulatory and compliance demands. With recent high profile breaches and their consequences in the headlines, the direct line between insecure software and data insecurity has never been more clear. As a result, organizations with a strong commitment to data integrity and privacy are taking concrete, measurable steps to ensure the software systems that control data are developed securely.
What's Up, .DOC? ODF, OOXML, and the Revolutionary Implications of XML in Productivity Applications
published by Burton Group on Apr 08, 2008
Industry debate about the relative merits of OpenDocument Format (ODF) and Ecma 376 Office Open XML (OOXML) highlights the significance of the productivity application market shift from binary and proprietary file formats to vendor- and product-independent Extensible Markup Language (XML) models. The competitive stakes are huge, and the related political posturing is sometimes perplexing.
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