Software development relies on a delicate balance between innovation and stability. Every change – a new feature, a system upgrade, or an architectural shift – can disrupt operations, strain resources, and introduce unforeseen risks. Yet, many teams push changes forward without fully understanding their broader impact, leading to costly setbacks and operational inefficiencies. This is...
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin Yet when it comes to defining requirements in software and project management, prevention often takes a backseat. Teams rush past this critical step, treating it as an afterthought. The results are predictable and painful: Bad Requirements that cause ballooning costs, missed deadlines,...
2024 was a year full of bold new ventures, disruptive technologies, and, let’s face it, a few spectacular product mishaps. While some companies found themselves tripping over the very innovations they thought would propel them forward, others swung for the fences, only to miss wildly, resulting in billions in losses and a growing list of...
Calling super apps a trend would be a massive understatement. They’re not just changing how we live, work, and interact—they’re redefining entire digital ecosystems. According to Gartner, by 2027, over 50% of the global population will be daily active users of multiple super apps. What began as a user-focused innovation has now transformed into platforms...
The global chip shortage, which began in 2020, initially seemed like a hardware problem – factories slowed down, car production stalled, and consumer electronics became scarce. By 2024, however, its effects have penetrated into the realm of software development, revealing how intertwined hardware and software truly are. Software developers might not need chips to write...
Agile Development is more than just a buzzword today; it’s a trusted philosophy that countless companies rely on for successful project implementation, owing to its emphasis on flexibility, collaboration, and iterative progress. Originating as a response to the rigidity of traditional project management practices, Agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban have become the cornerstone of...
Launched in 2007, Dropbox disrupted cloud storage with a user-friendly solution for file management and collaboration, challenging industry norms. By 2018, they surpassed $1 billion in annual recurring revenue, reaching $1.5 billion. Their rapid growth stemmed from a product-led approach that focused on seamless usability and functionality, drawing users organically into a digital workspace where...
In software development, decisions carry significant weight. From choosing the right technologies to prioritising features, every move can shape the success or failure of a product. Amidst the hustle and bustle of development, unseen forces often lurk beneath the surface that often goes unnoticed: product debt and sunk cost fallacy. What is Product Debt? Product...
In a world where innovation drives progress, the art of product development has evolved significantly. Gone are the days when decisions were driven solely by the whims of product teams or the directives by the top management. Instead, a new approach has emerged — Continuous Discovery: one that places the customer at the heart of...
In the fast-paced world of product development, innovation is the lifeline of success, and assumptions are the building blocks of innovation. Yet, they come laden with risk. According to a study by CB Insights, a staggering 35% of startups fail due to ‘no market need’. That is not a small number. Whether it’s overestimating market...
