Get the Most Out of Cloud Solutions for Scalable Storage and Services

By Conrad Owens: Saratoga Business Consultant. More and more businesses across verticals are moving towards cloud solutions. Why? To handle growing demands for data storage, business intelligence (BI), and extract, transform, load (ETL) workloads. This trend is further driven by the need for scalability, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to...

Top Strategies for Effective Data Analysis in Software Development

In today's data-driven world, the ability to analyse and interpret data effectively is crucial for the success of software development projects. Data analysis helps teams make informed decisions, optimise processes, and deliver high-quality products. Here are some strategies for effective data analysis in software development.

1. Define Clear Objectives

Before diving into data analysis, it's...

Top 10 Countries for Outsourcing Software Development: A Comparison

Companies around the world need highly competent IT personnel to apply innovative solutions to real world challenges. However, finding the right skills locally can be difficult. So the demand for outsourcing software development continues to grow. According to Gartner, there will be an eight percent growth in global IT spending, with a...

How managers can promote a culture of innovation in tech

By Agnieszka Ceitil - Business Unit Head. Innovation is a relatively broad concept in business, the thought of which often creates anxiety and trepidation in leadership. Creating a culture of innovation is directly linked to creativity and it feels like an impossible task to initiate creativity in what are sometimes very structured and logic-centric environments...

The buying decision for custom software development – how important is cost?

By Mark Gebhardt - CEO of Saratoga. Implicit in the decision to build a custom software solution is the realisation that technology is a key strategic element of your business’s competitive edge. The decision-making landscape around how to build this capability is often a complex one with multiple opposing factors. In...

Embrace the Cloud: Three Best Practices for Financial Institutions

By Willo van der Merwe - Technical Competency Lead. In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, the drive to stay competitive requires organisations to embrace innovative solutions. While concerns about regulatory compliance and data security initially hampered cloud adoption in the financial services industry, advancements in technology and regulations have paved the way for a significant...

How to Document Business Rules and Calculations at Saratoga

By Conrad Owens - Business Consultant. At Saratoga, we recognise the pivotal role that business rules and calculations play in shaping our clients’ operational excellence and decision-making processes. These elements not only guide their business operations but also ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance across all endeavours. To keep pace with the rapid-change nature of modern...

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