Unlocking the potential of generative AI in the software development life cycle

Unlocking the potential of generative AI in the software development life cycle

Revitalizing digital transformation: Harnessing generative AI to improve modern software development. Credit: Drazen Zigic Digital Transformation is critical to modern enterprises, yet creating it remains inefficient. Nearly half of C-suite respondents report that over 30% of tech projects are late or over budget, with one in five dissatisfied with most outcomes. Generative AI is poised to redefine software creation and digital transformation. The traditional software development life cycle (SDLC) is fraught with challenges, particularly requirement gathering, contributing to 40-50% of project failures. A 2024 study found that three-quarters of product features are rarely used, underscoring the need for precision. And the challenges don’t end there. The testing phase, particularly user acceptance testing (UAT), can become a labor-intensive bottleneck — and a budget breaker. According to a 2023 Capgemini report , companies spend about 35% of their IT budget on testing — a figure that has remained stubbornly high despite advancements in automation. These challenges persist because companies still rely on traditional SDLC management methods, which can result in slow, error-prone processes. It’s time we demand a shift in our approach to the SDLC. How generative AI transforms the SDLC GenAI has emerged as a transformative solution to address these […]

NTT DATA Selected as Official Digital Transformation Partner of Arsenal

NTT DATA Selected as Official Digital Transformation Partner of Arsenal

Image Credit: Arsenal NTT DATA has entered into a multi-year agreement to become Arsenal’s Official Digital Transformation Partner. The former will leverage its expertise in real-time data analysis, AI, digital twin technology, and Private 5G to enhance fan engagement. This collaboration aims to bring supporters closer to their heroes and pivotal moments, whether they are at home, online, or in future stadiums. Over the coming years, Arsenal and NTT DATA will work together to strengthen their connection with supporters worldwide. The partnership will be supported by NTT DATA’s leading digital transformation capabilities, which will enhance Arsenal’s digital platforms and capabilities, support growth, improve performance, and deepen supporter engagement. NTT DATA will provide data analytics tools, machine learning, and real-time integrations, enabling Arsenal to offer a more enriched and hyper-personalized supporter experience. This includes delivering tailored content and exclusive insights, promotions, and offers within the wider Arsenal ecosystem. Juliet Slot, Chief Commercial Officer, Arsenal We’re excited to welcome NTT DATA as our first Official Digital Transformation Partner. Our ambition is to strengthen our connection with our supporters around the world so that we can serve them better. Enhancing our digital capabilities is an essential part of this journey where through […]

Impact on Digital Transformation

Impact on Digital Transformation

A 2023 Statista report projects that by 2030 there will be 30 billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices in use. That is three times as many as there were in 2020. The numbers continue to grow because connecting sensors and systems, especially across a business, promises big efficiency gains and new insights. As such, the IoT and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) have become a launching pad for digital transformation — not only for individual organizations but for entire industries. There are implications for physical security, however, as connecting more devices to IT networks makes both more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Here are best practices on how to bring all your organization’s IoT/IIoT data together to generate meaningful outcomes while mitigating cybersecurity risks. Terms Clarified: IoT and IIoT The IoT is a networked ecosystem of devices that connect and exchange data with each other over the Internet or other networks. While IoT generally relates to consumer-connected devices, IIoT is focused on device connectivity across a business to facilitate monitoring and support operations. Today, many organizations are implementing IIoT strategies to achieve specific business outcomes. Some are merging VMS and access control systems with lighting and HVAC solutions to enhance automation, […]

DataX Solution partners with MongoDB to drive AI-powered digital transformation in the Middle East and Africa

DataX Solution partners with MongoDB to drive AI-powered digital transformation in the Middle East and Africa

Abhijit Chaterji, Managing Director of DataX Solution FZC. Image Credit: Supplied DataX Solution , a consulting services provider and value-added reseller of leading big data technologies in the Middle East and Africa, has partnered with MongoDB to offer companies in the region the opportunity to accelerate and simplify the development of modern, AI-oriented applications. Headquartered in New York, MongoDB empowers innovators to create, transform, and disrupt industries through the power of software and data. MongoDB’s developer data platform provides an integrated suite of data and application services within a unified environment, enabling development teams to rapidly build with the performance, scalability, and security that modern applications demand. At the core of the platform is MongoDB’s document database, which stores data in flexible, JSON-like documents, making it the optimal way to work with data. “MongoDB’s ability to support modern software architectures like microservices is a perfect fit for DataX Solution’s technology portfolio. With MongoDB as part of our offerings, we can certainly provide greater value to our clients by helping them meet the increasing demands of their digital transformation projects," said Abhijit Chaterji, Managing Director & Founder of DataX Solution FZC. “DataX Solution is an early partner of MongoDB in […]

Cyta partners with Netcracker for full-scale digital transformation

Cyta partners with Netcracker for full-scale digital transformation

Image by rawpixel.com on Freepik Netcracker Technology has announced that Cyta has chosen Netcracker to deliver a full-stack IT deployment as part of a large-scale digital transformation. Cyta, which provides a wide range of services to residential and business customers, has built an island-wide 5G network and made a significant investment in fibre, necessitating the upgrade from a legacy IT infrastructure to a modern BSS/OSS platform in order to monetise its network and deliver exceptional experiences. Netcracker Digital BSS and Digital OSS, part of the flagship Netcracker Digital Platform, form the foundation of an overarching transformation that will help Cyta shift away from an inefficient system that was inadequate for a next-generation network . The programme will bring results to the consumer and business segments, including improved internal efficiencies, faster time to market and an enhanced customer experience. “We are delighted to enter into this important agreement with Netcracker to evolve our critical BSS and OSS processes and give us the ability to maximise our investments in fiber and 5G while delivering the services and support our customers expect and deserve,” said Andreas Neocleous, the CEO at Cyta. “We were impressed with Netcracker’s solutions and delivery record and look […]

Digital transformation efforts yet to translate into greater productivity at many firms - Workplace Insight

Digital transformation efforts yet to translate into greater productivity at many firms – Workplace Insight

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Arsenal score NTT Data as official digital transformation partner

Arsenal score NTT Data as official digital transformation partner

Premier League soccer giants Arsenal have entered into a technological partnership with NTT Data in a bid to transform their fan engagement activities. Contract: NTT Data becomes Arsenal’s official digital transformation partner in multi-year deal Tech firm will provide data analytics tools, machine learning capabilities and real-time data integrations to enhance club’s fan-facing digital operations Partnership will deliver more personalised content and experience for Arsenal fans Context: Arsenal are one of the biggest soccer clubs in the world, with their on-field success in the 1990s and the global appeal of the Premier League helping to cultivate an international fanbase. This deal will help the Gunners tailor their digital offering for fans in the UK and around the world, driving engagement and unlocking new monetisation options, such as exclusive offers and promotions. These digital capabilities will also add value to Arsenal’s agreements with commercial partners who will be able to benefit from targeted access to highly engaged fans. NTT Data is Arsenal’s first official digital transformation partner, though its has collaborated with other technology and IT firms in the past. NTT Data already works with the IndyCar motorsport series in the US and golf’s Open Championship, where it has deployed […]

Quantum Credit Union enlists Watchfire in digital transformation

Quantum Credit Union enlists Watchfire in digital transformation

Image: Watchfire Quantum Credit Union, a financial institution based in Wichita, Kansas, recently partnered with Watchfire Signs and integrator Luminous Neon to complete its summertime digital transformation project. As reported by Digital Signage Today, Quantum Credit Union installed a 6mm, 10’3" x 6’5" Watchfire digital display, which has been used to highlight content such as the credit union’s partnership supporting the Kansas Humane Society. We reached out to representatives of all three partners to learn more about the project via email interview. Q&A with Chuck Carson, senior account manager at Luminous Neon Q: For those who are new to your organization, can you briefly share a bit about your history and mission? Carson: Since 1928, we’ve been an integral part of Kansas’s business landscape. Over the past 96 years, we’ve grown from our humble beginnings to now serve communities through seven locations strategically placed across the state. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to be a trusted partner for our customers. We don’t just provide services; we build lasting relationships. Our team works closely with each client, ensuring we understand their unique needs and help them make informed decisions that best serve their business interests. What sets us apart […]

NTT Data to provide Premier League’s Arsenal digital transformation tools

NTT Data to provide Premier League’s Arsenal digital transformation tools

NTT Data and Aresenal staff unveiling their partnership at Emirates Stadium in London NTT Data has entered a multi-year partnership with Arsenal, providing the Premier League club with new technologies to improve supporter experiences. As the Premier League side’s digital transformation partner, NTT Data will provide Arsenal with data analytics and machine learning tools to enable the creation of personalised content for its global fan base. Supporters will also be able to access exclusive insights, promotions, and offers from the club and its other partners that are tailored to them. Subscribe today for free The connectivity news and insights that matter – straight to your inbox “We’re excited to welcome NTT Data as our first official digital transformation partner,” said Juliet Slot, chief commercial officer at Arsenal. “Our ambition is to strengthen our connection with our supporters around the world so that we can serve them better. “Enhancing our digital capabilities is an essential part of this journey where through service and connection to supporters we are able to drive forward our performance and our growth.” Prior to teaming up with the Premier League side, NTT Data has supplied its transformation technologies to global sporting events including The Open […]

Oakland County steps up effort to bring 3D printing to local businesses

Oakland County steps up effort to bring 3D printing to local businesses

Oakland County is stepping up efforts to give local businesses training and access to industrial-grade 3D printing machines, and the equipment’s latest batch of widgets and parts are ready to be shown off. County Executive Dave Coulter on Tuesday officially opened the new Digital Transformation Center, a 3D printing production and training warehouse in Auburn Hills that is available free of charge to qualifying businesses in the county. The 23,000-square-foot center is owned by Geofabrica, an Auburn Hills-based company that develops advanced manufacturing processes, and it is filled with Israeli-made 3D printing machines purchased with county grant funds. The Digital Transformation Center is an initiative of Oakland County’s and Automation Alley’s Project DIAMOnD, which launched in 2020 to help local businesses make hard-to-source personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic using 3D printing. Some Macomb County businesses also took part. Funded by $15 million of pandemic-era stimulus funds, the Digital Transformation Center offers 3D printing training and 3D printer access to small- and medium-size manufacturing, engineering and design firms that apply via the Project DIAMOnD website . So far, 38 businesses have been approved. County officials said they hope to expand participation to 250 businesses by 2026. “This helps […]