How to tell an accurate, detailed, and compelling story with your data
Data analyst Méabh Murphy shares seven principles for effective data storytelling, from digging deep in the data to tailoring presentations to your audience.
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That ‘quality’ thing: how do Agile teams create high-quality software?
Software QA Leader Przemek Furtak explores the challenge of building high-quality software – and the complexity of defining ‘quality’ in the first place.
Predicting the future: how long will a story take?
In the second of our four-part forecasting series, scrum master Dave Longman discusses his approach to estimating how long it takes to complete a story.
Predicting the future: estimates, forecasts, and the value of knowing what’s coming next
In the first of a four-part series, Account Director Dave Longman explores whether estimates are a useful tool – and how to forecast project progress effectively.
Q&A: How we find and nurture talent – and why it’s vital for great code
Headforwards co-founder Craig Girvan reflects on our hiring process, how we choose the right talent, and the work we put in to help them thrive in their roles.
Microservices and containers: the perfect toolset for Agile teams
See how microservices and containers fit into the Agile toolset – and how they’re helping organisations enable continuous delivery.
The pros and cons of user-created apps
With low-code tools growing in popularity, is citizen development a worthy investment for organisations – or could it cause more problems than it solves?
The 24-hour proof of concept: how to solve business challenges with hackathons
Software dev Barney Nicholls reflects on how 24-hour development challenges can help organisations encourage creative thinking – and overcome real obstacles.
How can councils improve digital literacy – for employees and citizens?
As councils adopt new software and processes to improve operations, digital literacy and change management are becoming vital for success.
Agile at a distance: adjusting to working from home and the future of work
Headforwards founders Toby Parkins and Craig Girvan discuss the transition to working from home – and how to preserve an agile culture over video chat.
Balancing risk and reward: considerations for AI implementation
We explore some of the misconceptions and risks around AI – and how to overcome them for a successful implementation.
Onshoring vs offshoring: what’s the difference, and why does it matter?
What’s the difference between onshoring and offshoring – and does it really matter in modern software development?
Why outsourced software development works
Outsourcing can be the secret to software development that delivers long-term value for organisations across all verticals – if you choose the right provider
Secrets of a Scrum Master | Part Three
We asked three of our own to talk about their focal points when practising the art of Scrum. Andy Roberts talks about his take on the role
Secrets of a Scrum Master | Part Two
We asked three of our own to talk about their focal points when practising the art of Scrum.
Working from home and its impact on productivity
As staff around the world have moved to working from home during lockdown, Headforwards has looked at its productivity impact in comparison with office based working.
Secrets of a Scrum Master | Part One
We asked three of our own to talk about their focal points when practising the art of Scrum. Mike Fosker talks about his take on the role.
Three Critical Elements for Success in Outsourced Software Development
There are many areas to consider but here are the three key elements that we believe should be cornerstones of an outsourced software development project.
The benefits of outsourced software development
Here is our expert view on why you should consider outsourcing your software development.
Local authorities are revolutionising the way they use data
Find out how Headforwards are helping Cornwall Council create a new digital architecture and a forward looking culture with Business Intelligence at its heart.
The continuing importance of data science
Data science is one of the fastest growing fields in tech and one of the most exciting, as it has such huge potential to help shape the future of business and society.