PDF file, 1997K
Web services automated testing (in English)
This presentation features the basic principles of web services testing, and also the most effective tools of testing automation, such as SOAP UI and HP QT Pro. The presentation is in English.
This presentation features the basic principles of web services testing, and also the most effective tools of testing automation, such as SOAP UI and HP QT Pro. The presentation is in English.
PDF file, 352K
Testing process organization in Agile team on the basis of testing quads matrix (in English)
The presentation covers the organization of testing process in an Agile team and components and advantages of quad tests. Besides, it features key factors of testing success, such as application of Agile practices and importance of building efficient relationships with customers. The presentation is in English.
The presentation covers the organization of testing process in an Agile team and components and advantages of quad tests. Besides, it features key factors of testing success, such as application of Agile practices and importance of building efficient relationships with customers. The presentation is in English.
PDF file, 226K
QA Certification (in English)
The White Paper highlights QA certification, its advantages, main certification centers and certificates given by them, and contains a comparative analysis of such centers as ISTQB and ISEB and their programs like IIST CSTP, QAI CSTE and ISTQB. The White Paper is in English.
The White Paper highlights QA certification, its advantages, main certification centers and certificates given by them, and contains a comparative analysis of such centers as ISTQB and ISEB and their programs like IIST CSTP, QAI CSTE and ISTQB. The White Paper is in English.
PDF file, 2030K
Web services automated testing (in Russian)
This presentation features the basic principles of web services testing, and also the most effective tools of testing automation, such as SOAP UI and HP QT Pro. The presentation is in Russian.
This presentation features the basic principles of web services testing, and also the most effective tools of testing automation, such as SOAP UI and HP QT Pro. The presentation is in Russian.
PDF file, 301K
Testing process organization in Agile team on the basis of testing quads matrix (in Russian)
The presentation covers the organization of testing process in an Agile team and components and advantages of quad tests. Besides, it features key factors of testing success, such as application of Agile practices and importance of building efficient relationships with customers. The presentation is in Russian.
The presentation covers the organization of testing process in an Agile team and components and advantages of quad tests. Besides, it features key factors of testing success, such as application of Agile practices and importance of building efficient relationships with customers. The presentation is in Russian.
PDF file, 310K
QA Certification (in Russian)
The White Paper highlights QA certification, its advantages, main certification centers and certificates given by them, and contains a comparative analysis of such centers as ISTQB and ISEB and their programs like IIST CSTP, QAI CSTE and ISTQB. The White Paper is in Russian.
The White Paper highlights QA certification, its advantages, main certification centers and certificates given by them, and contains a comparative analysis of such centers as ISTQB and ISEB and their programs like IIST CSTP, QAI CSTE and ISTQB. The White Paper is in Russian.
FLV file, 259M
Round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers", Section 1
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Decision-making techniques and addressing outgoing work issues". The video is in Russian.
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Decision-making techniques and addressing outgoing work issues". The video is in Russian.
FLV file, 228M
Round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers", Section 2
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Conflict resolution". The video is in Russian.
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Conflict resolution". The video is in Russian.
FLV file, 228M
Round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers", Section 3
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Effective communication". The video is in Russian.
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Effective communication". The video is in Russian.
FLV file, 305M
Round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers", Section 4
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Relationship governance". The video is in Russian.
The video shows the professional workshop and round–table discussion "IT Project Management and Effective Relationships with Customers" highlighting the topic "Relationship governance". The video is in Russian.
PDF file, 350K
Training, Development and Assessment of Project Managers at an IT Company
The system of governing project managers, developed and applied at the company Intetics, is offered in the presentation “Training, development and assessment of project managers at an IT company”. In particular, one considered examples of application of such tools as competencies system, evaluation of project managers and personal development plans. The presentation is in Russian.
The system of governing project managers, developed and applied at the company Intetics, is offered in the presentation “Training, development and assessment of project managers at an IT company”. In particular, one considered examples of application of such tools as competencies system, evaluation of project managers and personal development plans. The presentation is in Russian.
PDF file, 377K
Specifics of Entry-Level IT Project Managers in Eastern Europe
In this paper we outline the specifics of IT-related management practices and entry-level project managers from Eastern European countries such as Russia, Belarus and/or Ukraine. Understanding these specifics prevents many conflicts between customers and managers. We suggest methodology that allows customers and IT companies to evaluate project managers’ performance objectively using 5 criteria. This methodology allows customers to set realistic expectations about the management process and to have better control over it. The evaluation also allows IT vendors to proactively monitor the performance of their project managers and take corrective actions when necessary.
In this paper we outline the specifics of IT-related management practices and entry-level project managers from Eastern European countries such as Russia, Belarus and/or Ukraine. Understanding these specifics prevents many conflicts between customers and managers. We suggest methodology that allows customers and IT companies to evaluate project managers’ performance objectively using 5 criteria. This methodology allows customers to set realistic expectations about the management process and to have better control over it. The evaluation also allows IT vendors to proactively monitor the performance of their project managers and take corrective actions when necessary.
PDF file, 590K
Outsourcing to Eastern Europe, Financial Services Industry Perspective
This presentation shows Eastern Europe as an emerging destination for financial services industry outsourcing. It reveals the latest social and economic trends in this region and dwells upon the question why the economic crisis can have a positive impact on development of the outsourcing industry in Eastern Europe. Special emphasis is made on Ukraine as the country with a large unrevealed potential of business process outsourcing possibilities and a great talent pool for R&D and IT outsourcing for financial services companies.
This presentation shows Eastern Europe as an emerging destination for financial services industry outsourcing. It reveals the latest social and economic trends in this region and dwells upon the question why the economic crisis can have a positive impact on development of the outsourcing industry in Eastern Europe. Special emphasis is made on Ukraine as the country with a large unrevealed potential of business process outsourcing possibilities and a great talent pool for R&D and IT outsourcing for financial services companies.
PDF file, 1471K
Ukraine: Another Outsourcing Destination or Emerging Leader?
The presentation highlights the latest social and economic trends in the country, discusses why Ukraine is becoming an emerging offshore outsourcing leader based on its industry growth and its access to a skilled well educated talent pool. A case-study describing cooperation between Intetics and Aginity companies is presented as an example of successful project implementation by the Ukrainian development office.
The presentation highlights the latest social and economic trends in the country, discusses why Ukraine is becoming an emerging offshore outsourcing leader based on its industry growth and its access to a skilled well educated talent pool. A case-study describing cooperation between Intetics and Aginity companies is presented as an example of successful project implementation by the Ukrainian development office.
PDF file, 179K
When Times are Tough
Summary: Over the last year, the global financial crisis and resulting recession have resulted in accelerated adoption of outsourcing and offshoring as essential business tools. Companies of all sizes are turning to outsourcing and offshoring to weather the severe economic downturn by reducing costs and overhead and gaining more flexibility in order to ride out the storm. Of course, this raises some key questions: Is outsourcing a good business decision during recessions and other times of crisis? What are the main factors influencing outsourcing and offshoring? Is outsourcing right for my company? And what trends are affecting the nature of the industry as a whole? This White Paper addresses each of the aforementioned issues, while discussing outsourcing in general and the specifics of the practice under tough economic conditions.
Summary: Over the last year, the global financial crisis and resulting recession have resulted in accelerated adoption of outsourcing and offshoring as essential business tools. Companies of all sizes are turning to outsourcing and offshoring to weather the severe economic downturn by reducing costs and overhead and gaining more flexibility in order to ride out the storm. Of course, this raises some key questions: Is outsourcing a good business decision during recessions and other times of crisis? What are the main factors influencing outsourcing and offshoring? Is outsourcing right for my company? And what trends are affecting the nature of the industry as a whole? This White Paper addresses each of the aforementioned issues, while discussing outsourcing in general and the specifics of the practice under tough economic conditions.
PDF file, 199K
Who Benefits From Outsourcing
Summary: This White Paper explores the economic and political implications of outsourcing and offshoring, while identifying cultural differences that can make or break a sourcing relationship and examining techniques for managing successful deals.
Summary: This White Paper explores the economic and political implications of outsourcing and offshoring, while identifying cultural differences that can make or break a sourcing relationship and examining techniques for managing successful deals.
