When you’re identifying the costs of development, be as close to reality as possible. Look at performance of the team members on past projects to get a feel for how long it will take to program a set amount of code. Consult with your lead developer. That’s worth saying twice—consults with your lead developer! Watch [...]
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A few tips that can save the year
Developing aggressive, but achievable, budgets is easier than you might think. It requires that you anticipate surprises and build in buffers to offset them. Here are the items you can’t afford to leave out of your budget.
Salary and benefits are key
In most IT organizations, staff payroll expenses make up about 70 percent of the budget. [...]