In the rapidly evolving landscape of software development, the decision to outsource projects has become increasingly common. However, there are significant challenges that companies often face when working with American teams. Rubico, a software development company based in India, offers an alternative approach as an offshore team with American leadership. In this blog post, we will explore the advantages of working with an offshore team like Rubico and highlight the unique aspects that set them apart from traditional outsourcing agencies.   Challenges of Outsourcing to American Teams &n ..read more

Defining Successful Leaders In this era of influencers, defining the qualities of a successful leader has become directly linked to the ability that influencers have to entertain, create content, communicate and represent the values that media pose as acceptable.    In one sense influencers are successful leaders, who are affecting others with their abilities. But I feel that these qualities mentioned are the qualities of just a type of leader, and I don’t necessarily believe they are a true representation of what a leader is. With this post I don’t intend for you to feel that you ha ..read more

Changes in the Workplace Companies have had to endure significant adjustments and shifts in how they operate and relate to their workforce over the past few years. Tighter labor markets put a lot of power back into the hands of employees, creating an environment where companies often have to adopt employees working preferences at the risk of being unable to retain their workers or hire new applicants. Now, “How do you build a positive work culture in an ever-changing world?” I attended the “Future of the Workplace” panel in Grand Rapids a few weeks ago. The question on everyone’s mind was “How ..read more

Working in a different environment and country is different. There are rules and standards that you might not be used to. The ability to work for a software development company in India allowed me to experience this different way of working. Throughout my two months in India, I was able to see firsthand what software developers do on a daily basis, as well as how Rubico functions on a daily basis. Collaboration The first lesson I learned was about collaboration. Collaboration is at its peak when you are in person. Work-From-Home can be nice at times. However, when you are in the office, side b ..read more

Ever tried making an omelet? It’s the same as a project.  The desired result is to have a fluffy omelet in 10 minutes. That is what the project scope is. It’s a 2-egg omelet that is fluffy and has just the right amount of spices in 10 minutes or under.  Ever messed up the omelet because you decided to add too many spices in the end, or decided to give it a whirl when the contents were already in the pan? That is how you end up making scrambled eggs instead. And that is scope creep. How to avoid it – Keep the end in mind. Always prioritize. Your actions should be focused on making the ..read more

Kanban vs Scrum Project Management: Which One is the Better Approach? Kanban or Scrum? It doesn’t matter if you are in software development or project management, people love to debate about which approach is better Kanban or Scrum project management. The debate isn’t new and has been going on for quite some time. Both Agile and Scrum are being used to streamline projects and increase efficiency. As these methodologies have proven to deliver results, they come with a lot of similarities and quite a few differences as well. Before we discuss them in detail, let’s take a moment to understand the ..read more

“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” A quick Google search to find the origins of the quote above, will yield results ranging from Warren Buffet to an ancient African proverb. Regardless of the origin, the truth of the statement resonates across industries and continents.  The global pandemic has heightened our awareness of the pitfalls of isolation and the need for trusted partnerships. Nations collaborated to share vaccines, while neighbors picked up groceries for each other. We all benefit when we work together. Work from Home Culture Throu ..read more

Businesses are continuously improving their online presence to stay ahead of their competitors. Because of this, one of the biggest questions for every business is the cost to develop a complex web app. The main incentive behind this is to always engage their target audience. These days people primarily search for business services through the web. The number of web users is increasing rapidly day by day. This results in businesses having higher standards in the functionality of their websites to support their customers online.  The cost of every complex web app includes inputs from stake ..read more

Are you interested in learning more about mobile app development for your organization? Or are you an entrepreneur who has an excellent idea, but you’re still figuring out how much it would cost to turn that idea into reality?  Here is all the information you need before jumping on this adventurous ride of mobile app development. In this article, you will learn about all of the aspects of app development. We will be answering some important questions that are essential to consider before investing in an app venture.   Categorizing The Application With the increasing affordability of ..read more

Selecting the right approach for your next WP website: In today’s day and age, web presence is essential for every business, in order to provide recognizability and credibility. With the plethora of platforms available it is easy to get confused about which platform is ideal for your use. If you are confused about selecting between using a CMS or doing custom development, please refer to this informative comparison. If CMS is the way to go for you, the next step is selecting the right CMS and finalizing an approach that fulfills all of your business requirements. WordPress is the world’s most ..read more