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Improving Accessibility and Accuracy of Engineering Documents Via a Cloud-Based SolidWorks to MasterControl Connector
How SPK successfully improved a client’s engineering productivity and quality by creating a connected business system, leveraging separate, complementary platforms. Bridging TechnologiesMedical device manufacturing is a highly regulated industry. Even the slightest...
Data Engineering: Collecting, rationalizing, and compiling disparate data to make it dashboard-ready
SPK saves a global SaaS leader time and resources—6x faster than competing bids, saving nearly 75 percent in computing and licensing costs. The ClientA respected provider of SaaS (software-as-a-service) solutions for the global telecom industry was faced with a...
Optimal Continuous Integration Best Practices (Part 3)
November, 2021 As I noted in “Continuous Integration Best Practices—Part 1” and “Continuous Integration Best Practices—Part 2,” there are 10 best practice principles associated with Continuous Integration. In the previous articles, we covered the first six. In this...
Data Engineering vs Data Science
The Crucial Importance of Data Engineering October 14, 2021 Data Engineering vs Data Science The terms “Data Science” and “Data Engineering” are often used interchangeably. Years ago, Data Science was the term that encompassed most of the data related activities...
Creating a CI System
...Continuous Integration Best Practices (Part 2) As I noted in Optimal Continuous Integration Best Practices (Part 1), there are 10 best practice principles associated with Continuous Integration. In Part 1, we looked at the first three. For Part 2, we pick up...
Accelerating Product Releases with Business Process Automation
The beauty of business process automation How often have we entered the same information into two different systems and wondered, “Why do I have to waste my time doing this?” These are computers, aren’t they? Shouldn’t this information flow where it needs...
Optimal Continuous Integration Practices (Part 1)
Continuous Integration (CI) is a critical piece of any company’s software development practices, and usually the first effort on the road to DevOps. Within optimal continuous integration practices, engineers submit and test new developments against the main body of...
How to Avoid the Top 5 Hybrid Cloud Pitfalls
If you’re like many engineering managers, IT infrastructure may not be your favorite topic. You think about it when absolutely necessary, but often neglect it or place it behind other capital investments. What's more, there's a good chance your current IT solutions...
What Is Engineering Technology Management (a.k.a EngOps & DevOps)? Is It Right For You?
When it comes to IT solutions, most mid-market manufacturing companies rely on one of two options. They have a dedicated in-house IT team, or an outsourced IT managed services provider (MSP). But manufacturing companies who care about product development and...
Five Reasons to Use SolidWorks PDM in the Cloud
Tired of dealing with in-house PDM issues, unreliable VPN connections, and struggling with remote file access? Perhaps you're looking for a solution that addresses your company's specific needs. Look no further: SPK and Associates SolidWorks PDM in the Cloud presents...
Latest White Papers
10 Success Factors of Future-proof Requirements Management
Codebeamer is the most Agile Application Management platform on the market. It’s scalable, integrated and supports collaboration - all while offering powerful features across the entire lifecycle. Staying ahead requires more than just cutting-edge tools—it demands a...