Profitability

How to Optimize Projects and Manage Costs

As discussed in a previous post titled “Higher Hourly Rates Result in Lower Costs,” an hourly rate is not indicative of the true cost of a service provider.  Rather, the time it takes to complete tasks or deliver outcomes is the determining factor.  Since time is a limited asset for everyone, its value should be protected […]

How Higher Hourly Rates Result in Lower Costs

When evaluating a service provider like a independent programming company, the question about hourly rates can many times serve as a qualifier. While comparing hourly rates would seem to be a natural way to narrow down the field, the decision may not be as straightforward as it seems. As clients are evaluating their options, it […]

It’s Time to Focus on Efficiency

I think that we’ll all agree that time is a very precious commodity.  In business and in life, we’re always saying how busy we are and how difficult it is to get things done.  No matter how busy we really are, a lot of time is spent frantically responding to stimuli, putting out fires, and “planning” […]