Insights The evolution of IT development for councils: introducing Agile
To achieve ambitious digital goals, council IT teams need to move away from slow traditional development practices and embrace Agile.
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Insights Data transformation at a local council
uncils have vast amounts of data with untapped potential. Our work with Cornwall Council focuses on unlocking that potential and increasing data literacy across its workforce.
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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?
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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?
Insights 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
Insights 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.
Insights 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
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights 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.
Insights The benefits of outsourced software development
Here is our expert view on why you should consider outsourcing your software development.
Insights 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.
Insights Pioneering Healthcare innovation in India
Rahul Lamba is developing a pioneering health tech system in partnership with a hospital in India, which will lead to improved patient care through the use of AI.
Insights How local authorities can deliver an outstanding online customer experience
People increasingly expect their council to provide services quickly and efficiently using the online technology which makes their lives as easy as possible.