As the manufacturing industry continues its evolution, the choices we make today can shape the future of our operations. At SPK and Associates we’ve seen this happen repeatedly with new clients either in sticky situations, or struggling to scale. Basically, technology...
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4 Advantages of SolidWorks Cloud PDM (Updated 2023)
Considering the leap to cloud-based CAD and PDM solutions? A move to platforms like SolidWorks 3D CAD in the cloud paves the way for unmatched flexibility. Imagine accessing intricate engineering data from anywhere at any time. And, the benefits don’t end there. In...
DevOps as a Service Supercharges Development Pipelines
It seems like just about every company is now a part-time or full-time software company. But, for small and mid sized companies, employing effective practices, such as DevOps to manage the day-to-day, might not be feasible. However, there is a solution. It’s called...
How To Improve Your Google Workspace Security
At SPK and Associates, we are dedicated cybersecurity partners for small and medium businesses (SMBs) worldwide, understanding their unique challenges. Google Workspace, a cloud-based suite by Google, is invaluable for SMBs due to its cost-effective subscriptions,...
The Advantages of Combining Multiple Jira Instances
If you're overseeing a business with diverse subsidiaries or divisions, each operating on its Jira instance, you understand the challenges that come with managing tasks efficiently. As an Atlassian Gold Solution Partner, we’ve created this blog post to help you....
Atlassian Cloud vs Data Center: The feature guides for Atlassian products
Atlassian Data Center vs Cloud - it’s a question you should be considering right now. Change is coming thick and fast for Atlassian Server customers. With End of Life (EOL) approaching for many server products, it’s time to act quickly. Unless you move to Data Center...
Why Move to Atlassian Cloud Now?
Staying agile and adaptable is a non-negotiable for businesses looking to survive and thrive. And, that’s regardless of any business size. Embracing the right technologies and platforms is a key component of this adaptability, and Atlassian Cloud is at the forefront...
The Ultimate Comparison: Bitbucket Cloud vs Data Center
Navigating the differences between Bitbucket Cloud vs Data Center involves assessing deployment flexibility, compliance, security, and more. Software environments are in constant flux. And, Bitbucket Server is reaching end of life (EOL) in February 2024. So, it’s time...
What Awaits You at Atlassian’s High Velocity Conference
Considering whether you should attend Atlassian’s High Velocity conference scheduled for November 1, 2023 in Australia? The in-person and online event has plenty you’ll want to tune into - it’s the largest ITSM event of the year. So, in this short article, I wanted to...
Microsoft Azure Cloud Adoption Framework
If you're in the midst of planning, or considering an Azure cloud migration, this blog is for you. The reason is because the shift to cloud computing is no longer a trend but a business imperative. However, the process of an Azure cloud migration or general cloud...
Compare Confluence Cloud vs Data Center
In February 2024, Atlassian is pulling the plug on Confluence Server. The clock is ticking, and you are left with two options: Confluence Cloud vs Data Center. Making the right choice could significantly impact your operations, and workflow for the future growth of...
Understanding Atlassian Cloud Pricing and Automation Updates October 2023
On Monday, September 18th, Atlassian announced it would be slightly increasing prices for its Cloud products and setting limits on the automation rules per type of paid cloud plan. Here’s a quick summary of the Atlassian Cloud price changes due to take effect October...