What British cycling can teach us about software projects
Digital transformations don't have to be expensive, complex and risky projects. Often a number of small improvements can add up to a significant overall performance improvement.
Learn why investing in the right software and systems transforms your business.
There’s a quote widely attributed to Abraham Lincoln that says, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”
It highlights the importance of both preparation and of course, having the right tool for the job.
No matter what market you operate in, implementing these tools – the right software and systems – can make the difference between success and failure. In an era when disrupters are affecting all industries, investing in the right tools, at the right time, is vital.
The Blockbuster vs Netflix story is a great example to demonstrate this importance.
Blockbuster:
Meanwhile, Netflix:
The need to invest in the right tools in order to remain relevant and competitive, is essential. Regardless of company size, industry, or product/service offering. And of course, investing in the wrong tools can be just as detrimental as not investing at all.
Ultimately it was recognising the importance of, and investing in, the right software and systems that made the difference in the battle between Blockbuster and Netflix. Adapting and creating digital technology and processes allowed Netflix to succeed, and to lead the way for video streaming.
When former Blockbuster CEO Jim W. Keyes joined the company, he famously said: “The Internet is worthless… and we’re getting out of it.”
Meanwhile, soon-to-be Netflix CEO Reed Hastings, was so annoyed at being charged a $40 late fee by Blockbuster for a rented copy of Apollo 13, that it inspired him to create superior systems and technology and lead to the founding of Netflix.
Since then of course, we’ve seen the rise of companies such as Amazon, Uber, and Deliveroo, which are essentially software companies at heart – they just happen to sell stuff; book taxis; and deliver food.
Arguably, almost every successful, contemporary business, is a software company at heart. The question isn't, are you a software company or not – it's, are you a software company yet?
If the answer is no, it's time for your digital transformation. That's where we come in.
We'll provide you with exactly the right tools you need for your businesses to adapt and succeed in a rapidly changing tech-landscape. We'll transform your digital processes to achieve your goals.
Whether that's using robust frameworks to develop your website or software, advising on your content strategy, or building bespoke digital platforms for you to engage with your customers.
How do we do it? We start by discovering where you are and where you want to be. Learn more about discovery and why it's essential to the success of your project.
Then, we get you where you want to be. Our proven process delivers results. Learn more about what we can do for you.
Digital transformations don't have to be expensive, complex and risky projects. Often a number of small improvements can add up to a significant overall performance improvement.
Digital transformations and IT projects can be extremely costly and if you’re not a business leader with a tech specialism, it’s not always easy to hold your project team to account. Join Everest Managing Director, Samuele Armondi in this hands on, one hour session and learn how to keep control IT projects.
How can you make sure that your project is going to be successful and deliver value? Discovery can help.