Technical Dept what is it & do you know how do spot this at your company? Did your company’s software system once seem sleek and nimble? But now it resembles a tangled web of shortcuts, patches, and workarounds. Welcome to the realm of technical debt. It’s a silent saboteur that accumulates over time, threatening your efficiency. 8 things to tackle technical debt: 1 - Identify 2 - Integrate into your Workflow 3 - Educate and Train Your Team 4 - Improve Documentation 5 - Do a regular Update and clean-up 6 - Optimize 7 - Manage Dependencies 8 - Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement Something to ask your current IT provider! It so important to work with an IT Provider That Thinks Proactively. Our technology team takes a proactive and long-term approach. We do things right the first time and don’t take shortcuts. This reduces the risk of accumulating technical debt. Contact us today to schedule a chat about enhancing your IT systems.
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