Boris Kontsevoi

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Improve efficiency with a remote in-sourcing model, instead of co-located development

ABSTRACT: The paper examines the principles of the Predictive Software Engineering (PSE) framework. The authors examine
how PSE enables custom software development companies to offer transparent services and products while staying within the
intended budget and a guaranteed budget. The paper will cover all 7 principles of PSE: (1) Meaningful Customer Care, (2)
Transparent End-to-End Control, (3) Proven Productivity, (4) Efficient Distributed Teams, (5) Disciplined Agile Delivery… Show more

ABSTRACT: The paper examines the principles of the Predictive Software Engineering (PSE) framework. The authors examine
how PSE enables custom software development companies to offer transparent services and products while staying within the
intended budget and a guaranteed budget. The paper will cover all 7 principles of PSE: (1) Meaningful Customer Care, (2)
Transparent End-to-End Control, (3) Proven Productivity, (4) Efficient Distributed Teams, (5) Disciplined Agile Delivery Process,
(6) Measurable Quality Management and Technical Debt Reduction, and (7) Sound Human Development.
KEYWORDS:Agile, Disciplined Agile Delivery, Distributed Team, Predictive Software Engineering, Measurable Quality
Management and Technical Debt Reduction System (MQM&TDR). Show less

Many people want to find out how unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), or drone, surveillance can benefit their business, but they don't know where to start. This new technology can cut costs and improve efficiency, but this only works in conjunction with competent contractors. This checklist will help you select specialists whose work you certainly won't have to repeat.

It’s a hot topic in the industry right now: are distributed software development teams as efficient and effective as those that are colocated? While many in the software development field believe teams that work together far outpace and outwork those distributed, I adamantly disagree. I’m a huge advocate for distributed teams, and here’s why.

Many of today’s emerging technologies and products heavily rely on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). And while there are hundreds of articles written about this topic, very few get into the nitty gritty of what truly powers AI: data.

The definition of artificial intelligence varies depending who you ask. A data scientist will have a much different answer than someone who is just peripherally aware of AI. Even within the field of data science, there’s debate about… Show more

Many of today’s emerging technologies and products heavily rely on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). And while there are hundreds of articles written about this topic, very few get into the nitty gritty of what truly powers AI: data.

The definition of artificial intelligence varies depending who you ask. A data scientist will have a much different answer than someone who is just peripherally aware of AI. Even within the field of data science, there’s debate about what exactly AI means. And depending who you ask, AI can be a good or bad thing. Some scientists see it as an important tool in the fight against cancer and the exploration of space while others hear the words “artificial intelligence” and conjure up images of robots taking over the world. In my opinion, AI is pivotal technology that can—and has—helped us accomplish many things. Show less

The world without outsourcing is hard to imagine today. Modern outsourcing has been a hot trend since the 1980s. The main purpose of outsourcing used to be the reduction of costs, concentration in core competence and achievement of better overall efficiency.

Outsourcing's roots lay in ancient times, as the very starting point was the emergence of the division of labor. After the Neolithic Revolution, the development of agriculture and various crafts led to the rise of cities, where… Show more

The world without outsourcing is hard to imagine today. Modern outsourcing has been a hot trend since the 1980s. The main purpose of outsourcing used to be the reduction of costs, concentration in core competence and achievement of better overall efficiency.

Outsourcing's roots lay in ancient times, as the very starting point was the emergence of the division of labor. After the Neolithic Revolution, the development of agriculture and various crafts led to the rise of cities, where inhabitants could prosper thanks to the commercial division of labor and specialized activities. This, in turn, improved the technical level and quality of products and led to future industrial revolutions. Show less

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has drastically changed not just the appearance of K-12 education, but its very inner workings as well. The global lockdown of educational institutions has caused major disruptions in K-12 learning — such as interruptions of internal assessments, cancellations of public standardized tests and the complete transfer from physical classes to digital learning spaces. According to a study from Education Week, at least 55.1 million American students were affected by… Show more

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has drastically changed not just the appearance of K-12 education, but its very inner workings as well. The global lockdown of educational institutions has caused major disruptions in K-12 learning — such as interruptions of internal assessments, cancellations of public standardized tests and the complete transfer from physical classes to digital learning spaces. According to a study from Education Week, at least 55.1 million American students were affected by school closures related to the pandemic. Show less

If you’re reading this article, there is a very high chance you are a millennial. And if you’re not, the person who sits next to you in the office, on the train or in a stadium likely is.

Every time my company, a global software data processing organization, is approached for services by a startup founder with a disruptive mobile app idea, we begin by asking questions to better understand how we can help. We frequently run into the same obstacle: startups not knowing how to monetize their idea.

Every time my company, a global software data processing organization, is approached for services by a startup founder with a disruptive mobile app idea, we begin by asking questions to better understand how we can help. We frequently run into the same obstacle: startups not knowing how to monetize their idea.

Every time my company, a global software data processing organization, is approached for services by a startup founder with a disruptive mobile app idea, we begin by asking questions to better understand how we can help. We frequently run into the same obstacle: startups not knowing how to monetize their idea.

Every time my company, a global software data processing organization, is approached for services by a startup founder with a disruptive mobile app idea, we begin by asking questions to better understand how we can help. We frequently run into the same obstacle: startups not knowing how to monetize their idea.

As the adoption of the internet of things (IoT) grows, so do legitimate security concerns about this technology. In 2018, Kaspersky honeypots identified 105 million attacks targeting smart devices.
The impact of internet-connected cars, cameras, speakers, drones, medical devices, climate control systems and similar hardware is increasing. Whether this impact will be positive or negative depends on how well we solve the IoT security problem.
This article offers a look at IoT as a… Show more

As the adoption of the internet of things (IoT) grows, so do legitimate security concerns about this technology. In 2018, Kaspersky honeypots identified 105 million attacks targeting smart devices.
The impact of internet-connected cars, cameras, speakers, drones, medical devices, climate control systems and similar hardware is increasing. Whether this impact will be positive or negative depends on how well we solve the IoT security problem.
This article offers a look at IoT as a double-edged sword and suggests ways we can address the challenge. Show less

The paper covers the company’s proprietary approach to the assessment of software product quality and measurement of technical debt. In the paper, the authors state that the software product quality is the amount of various technical debts embedded into the product and delivered to end-users. Similar to the fact that any debt can be paid, the software product quality can be efficiently managed and measured by a set of techniques, parameters, and dimensions. The authors share the details of the… Show more

The paper covers the company’s proprietary approach to the assessment of software product quality and measurement of technical debt. In the paper, the authors state that the software product quality is the amount of various technical debts embedded into the product and delivered to end-users. Similar to the fact that any debt can be paid, the software product quality can be efficiently managed and measured by a set of techniques, parameters, and dimensions. The authors share the details of the company proprietary approach to technical debt management done with the help of the Technical DebT Reduction plAtform, TETRA. They share the measurement parameters, tools and major dimension for the assessment.
Keywords — technical debt, metrics, measurements, quality, test, testing, bug, fixing, software.
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The word “transparency” denotes a lot of things as you move from one context to another. Take the business niche, for instance. Here, transparency is a term used to show sincerity, predictability and oneness.
Every business out there has a secret side that isn’t visible to the public, and this could lead to vagueness, which can complicate things in the near future. At the moment, only a handful of companies can say they are transparent. When it comes to a business and its processes, being… Show more

The word “transparency” denotes a lot of things as you move from one context to another. Take the business niche, for instance. Here, transparency is a term used to show sincerity, predictability and oneness.
Every business out there has a secret side that isn’t visible to the public, and this could lead to vagueness, which can complicate things in the near future. At the moment, only a handful of companies can say they are transparent. When it comes to a business and its processes, being transparent plays a significant role in determining whether a firm wins or loses out on a partnership deal.
In software development, specifically outsourcing, transparency gives your company an edge over others. Technically, the resources needed for outsourcing projects are rare and hardly found in facilities near the clientele. This provides a breeding ground for fraud and later translates to a client receiving a bottlenecked, out-of-place budget and below-par deliveries laden with complications.
The ability to stay transparent and trusted for years is a massive differentiator — not just for a software company, but for any enterprise at all. What are the ingredients of the hidden recipe? Show less

"Customer" — one word that conveys the most important part of any business. Everything in the business world revolves around customers. We care about the number of customers, their loyalty to a brand and their satisfaction. Their feedback defines how the business develops and what direction it takes. It is no surprise, then, that the key performance indicators (KPIs) based on customers' feedback are the key points for businesses.
So what makes for happy customers in the outsourcing business?… Show more

"Customer" — one word that conveys the most important part of any business. Everything in the business world revolves around customers. We care about the number of customers, their loyalty to a brand and their satisfaction. Their feedback defines how the business develops and what direction it takes. It is no surprise, then, that the key performance indicators (KPIs) based on customers' feedback are the key points for businesses.
So what makes for happy customers in the outsourcing business? The answer is meaningful customer care, which is one of the components of predictive software engineering (PSE). Show less

The idea of leveraging the power of centers of excellence (CoEs) has occupied the minds of many business owners. The long lists of benefits and advantages promise unseen success on the market and customer loyalty. However, behind those shiny perspectives stand two major questions: How do we implement the CoEs? How do we make them work?
The questions are not trivial. A company creates CoEs on top of existing activities, and there are many ways to do that. A lot depends on the company… Show more

The idea of leveraging the power of centers of excellence (CoEs) has occupied the minds of many business owners. The long lists of benefits and advantages promise unseen success on the market and customer loyalty. However, behind those shiny perspectives stand two major questions: How do we implement the CoEs? How do we make them work?
The questions are not trivial. A company creates CoEs on top of existing activities, and there are many ways to do that. A lot depends on the company, employees who participate in the CoE and company needs. Yet, there are six components that form the backbone of the whole concept. Show less

The current competition on the software development market is so intense that awards, conferences, partnerships and other marketing crafts fade in the buzz. To win the race for a dream customer, the creative providers create a halo of uniqueness around the brand, while the wise create Centers of Excellence and let them rule.

Ensuring the quality of a software product is more than bug fixing. Today, it is about detecting technical and business pains. Following this ultimate way of software evaluation, you can cure your product pains before they turn into your debts.

Asking simple questions at the start of the process can help any software company streamline how it prioritizes the next set of product improvements. Prioritizing new features is a never-ending struggle for every software company. Even the most seasoned product managers face challenges when determining features and activities to put on the road map. The bad news: Establishing the priorities incorrectly may negatively impact the business. The good news: There are reliable methods for mitigating… Show more

Asking simple questions at the start of the process can help any software company streamline how it prioritizes the next set of product improvements. Prioritizing new features is a never-ending struggle for every software company. Even the most seasoned product managers face challenges when determining features and activities to put on the road map. The bad news: Establishing the priorities incorrectly may negatively impact the business. The good news: There are reliable methods for mitigating the risks.
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Choosing a software service provider has always been a challenging task that kept executives awake at night. However, there is a clear and simple way helping to see the big picture and cure insomnia – a magic matrix.

The hype around the GDPR compliance has recently reached the fever pitch recently. Thus, it seems essential to share the tips that help company become GDPR compliant without risks and on time.

The framework consists of seven specific concepts. Together they ensure transparency, as well as render the process controllable and predictable in its essence.

Want to know how to create a working GIS infrastructure for mapping an entire country in just three months? See how Intetics did it for the Ukraine.

A closer look at evolving sourcing models.
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Already in the top 10 in terms of industry recognition, US-headquartered Intetics aims to be one of the top 10 outsourcing companies in Eastern Europe. Boris Kontsevoi, Intetics founder and President, believes their key opportunity lies in serving as a 'total' developer of dedicated engineering teams that serve as an extension to the client's IT organization, including both on-shore and off-/near-shore components, while covering a wide spectrum of engineering capabilities. "We want to become a… Show more

Already in the top 10 in terms of industry recognition, US-headquartered Intetics aims to be one of the top 10 outsourcing companies in Eastern Europe. Boris Kontsevoi, Intetics founder and President, believes their key opportunity lies in serving as a 'total' developer of dedicated engineering teams that serve as an extension to the client's IT organization, including both on-shore and off-/near-shore components, while covering a wide spectrum of engineering capabilities. "We want to become a 'globalisation enabler' for mid-sized companies worldwide. Show less