Roman Mildner

The Right Genes for Your Project

August 15, 2021 Roman Mildner 0

Every project is like a unique animal. Those “animals” are defined by their “genes,” which result in different abilities, such as agility, strength, and survival chances in various environments. The project’s purpose defines what genes are best. For example, a Chihuahua wouldn’t be very effective in defending your home. A Great Dane would be more successful in intimidating a possible home intruder. It is, therefore, crucial to define projects according to their natural inclinations and intentions: their project “genes.” Read…

You Are About to Outsource Your Soul! Don’t.

July 11, 2021 Roman Mildner 0

“That is not our core business” has been a widespread mantra for decades. Anything deemed “non-essential” is better done “by someone else,” e.g., an outsourcing partner. The tricky part is to avoid outsourcing the wrong business areas, especially when it comes to outsourcing software. Read…

Risk Management by Taboo

December 31, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

There are many risk management strategies, such as acceptance, avoidance, and mitigation. My favorite, however, is “management by ignorance.” Read…

How to Win Your ASPICE Judo Contest

September 2, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

Everyone seems to disdain Automotive SPICE. Developers, managers, even some responsible quality assurers are unhappy with the pressure related to ASPICE assessments. The relief lies in recognizing the root causes of this situation. Read…

The Greatest Business Idea Ever

August 27, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

Many immensely successful business ideas once appeared ridiculous. For example, self-driving electric cars were deemed crackpot ideas, yet Tesla Motors is now is more valuable than all legacy carmaker stocks combined. But there is a larger industry waiting for the next revolution, and the size of this industry is many times that of the auto industry. Read…

Working From Home May Become the New Normal. Let’s Embrace It.

August 18, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

Covit-19 pandemic is a unique catalyst that accelerates the trend to work from home. We have now the proof that teleworking can be efficient for the businesses and attractive to the employees. It works, as long as certain decisive rules are being followed. Read…

Alone Together: on Productive Working From Home. Part 3: Virtual Leadership

August 12, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

At first glance, leading virtual teams seems to be not very different from traditional leadership and team management. However, there are critical differences regarding feedback techniques and planning strategies, with particular emphasis on risk management. Read…

Alone Together: on Productive Working From Home. Part 2: Online Meetings and Communication Strategy

August 5, 2020 Roman Mildner 0

It takes skill, preparation, and dedication to organize and to lead successful meetings. Meeting online tends to be even trickier but, with the right attitude and proper preparation, it can become an easy routine. Read…