ITSM continues to evolve. As it does so, organizations constantly seek innovative solutions to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and deliver exceptional service experiences. Appsvio, with its cutting-edge Atlassian marketplace plugins for Jira Service...
Carlos Almeida
10 Tips for Shifting Left with GitLab
As cyber attacks continue to evolve and proliferate, safeguarding digital assets has become a top priority for businesses across industries. This is where the concept of "shifting left" can be a crucial strategy for enhancing cybersecurity posture and streamlining...
A Guide to Regulatory Compliance in Atlassian Cloud (EBA, BaFin, HIPAA, and more)
It's good practice to observe the regulations a software solution conforms to before choosing one for your business. In this blog post, we will be exploring the updates Atlassian Cloud has added to its regulatory compliance guidelines in recent years.Atlassian Cloud...
Mastering Agile Planning and Execution with Tempo Planner and Structure
Achieving Agile success requires more than just a set of tools. Instead, it demands a strategic approach to planning, resource management, and execution. Tempo, a trusted name in the Atlassian ecosystem, offers two powerful solutions to help you achieve this - Tempo...
Managing a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)
The FDA's heightened cybersecurity standards, implemented in October 2023, have changed submission requirements for medical devices. In this blog post, we'll explore the key updates and detail key information about effective Bill of Materials (BOM) management,...
Revolutionizing Development: The Power of GitLab Duo and AI
At SPK and Associates, we’re committed to helping our clients accelerate their product development. It’s one of the reasons we’re also GitLab partners. GitLab offers industry leading, and accoladed, tools for DevOps teams. So, in this blog post, we’re sharing the...
Shifting from FDA 21 CFR Part 820 to ISO 13485
In this Vlog, Chris McHale, Co-founder, and CEO of SPK and Associates is joined by Carlos Almeida, Vice President of Engineering. Together, they’re discussing FDA compliance and the recent shifts impacting medical device companies. Topics for discussion include...
Enhance Your App’s Resilience with GitLab Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
As cyber threats become more sophisticated, so must our approach to securing applications during development. In this blog post, we'll explore the significance of Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) and how integrating GitLab's DAST into your development...
Emerging Trends in Risk Management for 2024
There is a paramount importance to staying ahead of new risks. After all, more and more crop up each day as technology and processes change. So, in this blog post we’re exploring the 2024 trends for risk management.Why Manage Risk? It sounds like a simple question...
SBOM Compliance: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape
Recent events, such as the Log4Shell / Log4J vulnerability, underscore the importance of best practices for cybersecurity in software development. And, with increasing cyber attacks, it’s more important than ever that organizations can pre-empt and respond to emerging...
Clash of the DevOps Titans: GitLab vs. GitHub vs. Jenkins
Choosing the right tools can make or break your software development process. Gone are the days when Jenkins was the de facto standard. Now, we have a plethora of offerings, each with its unique features and purported benefits. But, there are three heavyweights in the...
Bamboo Server Alternatives: Bamboo DC vs Bitbucket Pipelines vs GitLab
Big changes are happening in the tech world as we get closer to 2024. Atlassian, maker of Bamboo, Jira, Confluence and Jira Service Management plus others, announced some of their Server products are reaching their end of life (EOL). This includes Bamboo. If you’re...