: Mike Ross

Prioritizing Technical Debt: A Comprehensive Matrix for Making Informed Decisions

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Technical debt can be a major challenge for software development teams. When developers take shortcuts or make trade-offs in the interest of speed, they can accumulate technical debt – a form of “interest” that is paid in the…

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From Idea to Implementation: How a Virtual CTO Can Help Your Business Succeed

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Starting a business can be an exciting and daunting prospect. You have an idea, you have a plan, and you’re ready to bring it to life. But taking an idea from conception to implementation can be a challenging…

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5 Ways a Virtual CTO Can Help Your Business Thrive in the Digital Age

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As businesses continue to operate in the digital age, it’s more important than ever to have a strong technology strategy in place. Many small and medium-sized businesses don’t have the resources to hire a full-time Chief Technology Officer…

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Machine Learning vs Artificial Intelligence: What’s the Difference?

Machine Learning vs Artificial Intelligence: What’s the Difference? In recent years, machine learning and artificial intelligence have become two of the most talked-about topics in the tech industry. Both terms are often used interchangeably, but there are important…

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The CTO’s Guide to Risk Management: The Importance of a Risk Register and Comprehensive Approach

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As a Chief Technology Officer (CTO), one of my primary responsibilities is to manage risks associated with technology projects and initiatives. In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, risk management has become a crucial aspect of organizational success.…

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Effective Decision Making: Using the DACI Matrix

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As a CTO, decision making is a critical part of my role. Making the right decisions can have a significant impact on the success of the company, while making the wrong ones can be costly. Therefore, having a…

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Technical Debt: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

In software development, technical debt is a term used to describe the cost of maintaining and updating code over time. It refers to the short-cuts, compromises, and other trade-offs that are made in the development process in order…

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Mitigating Startup Failure: The Importance of a Fractional CTO

Starting a tech startup is a daunting task, especially given the statistics. With only a 10% chance of success within the first year and a high likelihood of failure due to misreading market demand, it is important to…

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What does a CTO do?

A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a high-level executive responsible for the technology strategy and direction of a company. They are the leaders who define the technical vision and ensure that technology investments align with the company’s goals…

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