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AMP re-thinks secure development

Australian financial services giant AMP has re-thought the way its information technology security team relates to the rest of the business as a result of the industry's increasing reliance on Web applications to deliver services. Read more »

Techies not getting enough non-tech training

'Soft skills' are being neglected by employers, even though they can greatly improve productivity, according to a new survey. Read more »

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Free tools for project management

Without the right tools, managing a project is a time-consuming task that can easily become disorganised and unwieldy. Follow this guide from ZDNet Australia to free (and nearly free) tools that are available online, and enjoy the benefits of a solidly managed project. Read more »

Sales vs. Tech

Any business that sells software should recognise the cooperative balance that exists between the completely different personality types of tech teams and sales teams, but unfortunately all companies have a -prime directive" that dictates how much merit will be placed on a department's contributions. Read more »

Transitioning from developer to manager

Making the move from developer to manager means more money, but it also means more responsibility and headaches. These best practices will help. Read more »

Make your day more productive

Want to make your day more productive? Learn to recognise how you use your time and pick up some advice on breaking time-stealing habits. Read more »

Become a change agent

If you want to inspire change in a complacent organisation, you have to be prepared to stick your neck out. Is challenging the status quo worth the risk? Read more »

How to survive as a surrogate product manager

Surrogate product management means you have to balance business and software development. You may find yourself in the center of a cross-functional team and rubbing elbows with customers. Read more »

Managing your budget

Project inflation is a reality every software solution faces. By controlling the growth of your budget, you'll not only ensure your client is happy, you may be able to bring in a few extra dollars for your company, and that's quite a feat! Here's how it's done. Read more »

10 ways to effectively estimate and control project costs

Estimating what a project will cost is only half the battle; controlling those costs during the project and after delivery is equally critical. Take a look at these methods for predicting and managing costs. Read more »

The move from tech to business management

In hard times, tech managers can leverage their soft skills to land jobs in other industries. But ask yourself these questions before changing careers. Read more »

Is it time to change your project management tool?

It's often easier just to stick with the PM tools you already use, but it's not always in your best interest. Follow this advice to evaluate current tools. Read more »

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