SCOTTS VALLEY, CA - SPK and Associates has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2024 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. The Channel Futures MSP 501 list, a technology industry benchmark, ranks companies based on...
When working in the engineering and manufacturing fields, it is common to encounter unfamiliar terms. In this glossary, we define important terms that describe processes and components in the engineering, manufacturing, service, and sustainability industries. General...
Tracking software changes has never been easier than with Git. Git is an open-source version control system, designed to handle software development projects of all sizes. Git enables collaboration, allowing designers to easily submit and review change requests. Two...
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...
DevSecOps encompasses development, IT operations, and the security practices maintained during the software development process. Ensuring security while providing continuous delivery of high-quality software is the goal of DevSecOps. Let’s explore some of its key...
Hello and welcome to this SPK and Associates video, "Why Businesses Must Embrace Digital Transformation." My name is Michael Roberts, Vice President at SPK and Associates, and I'm here with Chris McHale, CEO and Co-founder of SPK and Associates. What is Digital...
In recent years, remote work has become the norm for many organizations. With workers all around the globe on different networks, cybersecurity risks are much higher. System failures and hackers still pose risks even when working on the same network. All of these...
Innovation is a pivotal factor in distinguishing products within the fast-paced industries of life sciences and healthcare. In order to stay at the forefront of innovation, organizations are on a continuous quest to enhance their Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)...
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...
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,...
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...
Transitioning from SolidWorks to Creo can be a game-changer for many engineering teams seeking advanced capabilities and streamlined workflows. However, it often comes with its own set of challenges and considerations. That’s why we’re sharing an essential roadmap to...
