The Impact of Emerging Technology Research on National Security
National security is no longer defined solely by physical defense. Borders, weapons, and personnel still matter, but the agencies that project power and resilience today are the ones investing in technology research, data infrastructure, and specialized talent pipelines. The numbers reflect this shift. The U.S. federal government allocated over $200 billion to IT and technology-related […]
What Technology Project Success Looks Like
By Theresa Zandi We are consistently asked the question, “How would you define technology project success and what does it look like?†We all know that on time, on budget and on scope are the effective elements of a good project, but what if you meet all three criteria and the end result does not […]
Technology Resume Improvement
By Theresa Zandi As a technology consulting firm, we are constantly being asked what the ideal technology resume should look like. There are many factors that go into a technology resume to make it stand out to employers. In this article, you will receive the necessary advice to greatly improve your resume so that you […]
Defining Jr, Mid, and Sr Level in Your Java Developer Career
By Theresa Zandi Defining Jr, Mid, and Sr level in your Java Development career is based on a number of things. The truth is, it’s not based on just years of experience. When it comes to technology, and more specifically Java Development, the level you reach in your career is acquired through a culmination of […]
Finding Your Jerry Maguire
By Theresa Zandi Have you seen the movie Jerry Maguire? If not, here’s a quick overview: Tom Cruise plays a sports agent that works with some of largest names in sports for a company that handles all of the major athletes; however, he is dissatisfied with the lack of personal attention and service they provide […]
Best Tips for Your Senior Level Resume
By Theresa Zandi As a technology consulting firm, we understand what we need to look for in a resume and most clients do as well. When reviewing a candidate resume, we look at it for about 30 seconds before moving on to the next. With that in mind, is your resume saying everything you’re trying […]
How to Build Your Career Path
By Theresa Zandi As a technology consulting firm, almost every single conversation we have with candidates involves planning. Planning and creating your career path is something that technology candidates should be doing. Your end goal in your career is not just a distant dream. With proper planning and steps, it becomes a reality. What is […]
Creating Your Technology Personal Brand Part 1
By Theresa Zandi We have been asked a number of times what goes into a personal brand? The reality is, it has many components from defining who you are in the workplace, to sharing that with your team and coworkers, to your online presence, and more. What is the definition of personal brand? Personal branding […]
Tips to Successfully Evaluate Application Developer Candidate Skills
By Theresa Zandi Here’s a scenario to illustrate the evaluation process of a candidate. It starts like this: I just received five candidates for an Application Developer position. What’s next? Ready to see some step-by-step tips on how to properly evaluate Application Development candidate skills? In-depth resume review When looking at the five Application Developer […]
Top Tips for Making a Successful First Day on Assignment
By Theresa Zandi So you are starting a new position as an Application Developer and your start date is approaching. When preparing for a first day, people generally approach it in two parts. The first being what you do before you leave for the job, and the second being what happens once you get there. […]