The practice and philosophies of DevOps have become vital to nearly every software development and IT business. DevOps, standing for “development” and “operations”, consists of practices aimed at streamlining the software development lifecycle. Its goal is to deploy...
Intro A warm welcome from my side. My name is Floren Hamler. I'm representing the Balluff Group. We are based in Germany, close to Stuttgart. Some facts about Balluff: we have half a billion euros in sales, 4,000 employees worldwide, more than 35 own sales...
The rise of Artificial Intelligence has benefitted computer experts and technology-challenged individuals alike. However, this increase in AI tools also comes with caution. While AI is helpful, it is also always learning. Users must be cautious of what information...
The seemingly endless debate of Artificial Intelligence's benefits and drawbacks has permeated all technological media. Why is this such a hot topic? The public wants to understand what AI can do, the technologies it can benefit, and what the future holds for AI....
If your organization has many documents to keep organized, it has likely implemented document control processes. A common document control practice is revision numbering. Adding revision numbers is a great method for identifying updated document versions. Manually...
Artificial Intelligence has become a common tool in the technological space. From Gen AI tools like ChatGPT to private AI solutions, navigation of tools like these is not typically difficult. However, developing an AI solution is a different story. Creating AI can be...
Currently, one of the most dynamic and transformative fields in AI is Natural Language Processing (NLP). As data experts, we've witnessed firsthand the remarkable journey of NLP from its rudimentary stages to the sophisticated systems today. These modern systems can...
Today, many organizations are faced with data overload from various sources such as CAD, PLM, CRM, ERP, CI/CD, and others. So, the strategic analysis and integration of this data are essential for making informed decisions and gaining a competitive edge. The fusion of...
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...
With the impending deadline for Atlassian Server support on February 14, 2024 you’re likely at a crossroad – contemplating the transition to Atlassian Cloud or potentially already on it and wondering how to save costs on your stack. At SPK & Associates, we...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a seismic transformation that’s changing the way we work. According to McKinsey, artificial intelligence is used by 56% of companies worldwide. And, that number should keep growing. So what happens when you combine AI with a...
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...
