Strategies for Data Synchronization on Rewrite Projects: Part 3 – No Integration

This is the third in a three-part series about strategies for synchronizing data between systems during a software replacement project. You can read about one-way integration and two-way integration if you want to catch up.

Strategies for Data Synchronization on Rewrite Projects, Part 2 – Two-Way Integration

When replacing large existing software systems, we need to be able to use both systems in parallel, or at least parts of the systems. And to achieve that goal, we often need to share data between the two systems. In this three-part series, we’ll look at a number of strategies that you can use.

Strategies for Data Synchronization on Rewrite Projects: Part 1 – One-Way Integration

The Agile principle of delivering value early and often is critical when replacing large, existing software systems. To achieve that goal, we want to be able to use both systems in parallel, or at least parts of the systems. And to achieve that goal in a rewrite situation we often need to share data between […]

Considering a Non-Technical Role? Think about these 6 Things

Almost three years ago, after spending 13 years as a software developer, I took on the role of Delivery Lead here at Atomic. It was a step away from code and toward all things related to project delivery: project management, backlog management, reviewing completed work, managing the team’s Scrum process, etc. It was a move I […]

You – Yes, You – Are a Consultant. Are You Making the Most of It?

We include the term “consultant” in almost all of our job titles at Atomic. We’re a software design and development consultancy, and we like to carry that part of our company identity through to individual job titles. But don’t think that just because you don’t work at a consultancy, you’re not a consultant. Your job […]

Navigating the Rough Seas of Cultural & Technological Changes

When companies make technological changes to keep pace with their industry, they inevitably have to make culture and process changes, too. And those are often significantly more difficult. I was struck recently by similarities between modern corporate culture changes and those described by Dan Carlin in one episode of his Hardcore History podcast.

How to Get the Most from Your Delivery Lead at Atomic

You won’t see titles like Project Manager, Scrum Master, or Account Manager on an Atomic project team roster. Instead, you’ll see a Delivery Lead, a role we introduced to give our clients a streamlined experience as they work with our teams. Here’s a quick overview of what an Atomic Delivery Lead does and how to […]

A People Management Perspective on Self-Managing Teams

At Atomic, we describe our project teams as self-managing. I recently read The One Thing You Need to Know…About Great Managing, Great Leading and Sustained Individual Success with a group of others at Atomic. The book got me thinking more about that description of our teams and some different perspectives on self-management.

Finding the Right Balance Between Planning & Building on Agile Projects

Finding and maintaining balance is a major theme of life—between work and leisure, time alone and time with others, eating healthy food and enjoying a treat. Software projects also involve a lot of balancing. One big facet (highlighted by conversations around Agile vs. Waterfall) is the balance between spending time to build precise plans in […]

Holding Effective Attendee-Driven Meetings

The format of a meeting is shaped by the attendees, meeting goals, and type of work that needs to be done. A presentation to a Fortune 500 board of directors might have a detailed agenda and slide deck that’s been rehearsed and polished down to the precise number of minutes available, whereas a weekly check-in […]

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By: Jason Porritt

Author: Jason Porritt