Kinga -SolDevelo- Atlassian Partner

Whether during economic upturns or slowdowns, finding ways to save money without sacrificing quality or efficiency is always a smart move, but it becomes especially important in today's ever-changing economic landscape. This principle extends to every aspect of your business operations, including your Jira subscription. We…

In our recent series of articles, we’ve compared 3 popular testing apps for Jira - QAlity Plus, Xray, and Zephyr Squad. We’ve discussed the similarities and differences in test writing, test cycles, test executions, and reporting, showcasing the capabilities of each product. Today, we would like to summarize the series and…

In the previous articles, we’ve compared test writing features and test case grouping and organization in three test management apps for Jira - QAlity Plus, Xray, and Zephyr Squad. In this article, we shift our focus to the very heart of the testing process - test execution. Our main aim is to show how each app handles…

Are you tired of traditional planning sessions that leave teams disengaged and decisions unresolved? The solution that could change it for good is interactive planning sessions. Imagine a dynamic room where team members discuss eagerly, and share ideas and expertise. An environment that encourages active participation,…

In the previous article, we discussed test writing features in 3 popular apps for Jira - QAlity Plus, Xray, and Zephyr Squad. We’ve compared their functionality as well as the details of user interfaces. Having covered the most important aspects of test creation, we’re now moving on to test case grouping and organization.…

Since testing is a crucial part of software development, there are numerous applications designed to assist in this process. On Atlassian Marketplace alone you will find over 200 testing apps for Jira available. It can get overwhelming, trying to find the most suitable solution for you. Testing apps differ not only in…

We’re excited to announce the start of our official SolDevelo Partnership Program for Atlassian! SolDevelo Partnership Program is dedicated to Solution Partners who wish to enhance their services, and deliver a comprehensive offer to their clients. Benefits of joining the program The aim of the program is to provide our…

Effective team coordination is crucial for the success of any Jira project, and managing employee time off plays a key role in maintaining smooth workflows. Businesses use different methods for organizing time-off calendars, where employees note when they will be absent. Excel is one of the tools used for managing holiday…

Many users wonder how to assign a task to multiple users in Jira. But, the fact is that Jira was primarily designed with the assumption that a single individual is responsible for a specific unit of work to prevent tasks from being overlooked. So, when multiple users are involved in a task, the recommended approach is to…

In today's fast-paced business environment, where organizations need to be flexible and adaptable to stay competitive, the Agile approach seems to be a natural fit for many businesses. Agile teams embrace a self-organizing model that empowers team members with greater autonomy and accountability. By collaborating to…

Checklists serve as powerful tools in a wide range of domains and industries. The scope of their applications across different contexts and organizations may even surprise you. NASA uses checklists in its space shuttle program to ensure astronaut safety and mission success. Before launch, a comprehensive checklist covers…

If you’re using Jira in your job, you’re probably interacting with it several times a day. It serves as a digital office where you manage various aspects of your work, helping you to stay on track and get everything done on time. It’s efficient, effective, and so… bright. While for some users it’s not a problem, others…

“The first rule of any technology used in a business is that automation applied to an efficient operation will magnify the efficiency. The second is that automation applied to an inefficient operation will magnify the inefficiency.” Bill Gates This well-known quote draws our attention to a common mistake people make when…

As a Project Manager you’re faced with many different challenges every single day. Making plans, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, creating schedules – these are just a few of your responsibilities. It takes a lot of energy and focus to have it all well in hand. Luckily, there are tools designed to help you on every…

1.5 trillion USD a year. According to the research conducted in 2020 by CISQ (Consortium for Information and Software Quality) that is the amount of money US companies lose on poorly working, bugged applications, released without proper testing. Application’s weak spots and vulnerabilities can easily be exploited by…

If you’re working in Scrum, you probably already know that Sprint Planning is one of the most important elements of every successful project. It’s a blueprint creation room, a space where all things fall into their place to build an efficient and effective plan for the chosen period of time. But with great importance come…

Imagine that you plan out a trip for you and a group of friends. You prepare the whole thing by yourself – you research the best route, the most interesting destinations and even the places where you can stop for a short break. Once the plan is ready, you briefly inform your friends where you are going, and with that you…

Another lengthy day at work makes you slowly lose your sanity? We know how it feels. We’ve been there, too. And, being the passionate problem solvers that we are, we investigated the case, searching for a way to cast away this drowsiness that has been pestering our employees, decreasing their productivity and, what’s even…

We’re thrilled to announce the latest addition to our Team Planner - Resource planning for Jira app: simultaneous editing. This new feature allows multiple users to edit a plan together in real time, providing a more collaborative experience for your team. How does it work? As soon as one team member makes a change, it's…

"Plans are worthless, but planning is everything." The famous quote of Dwight D. Eisenhower can be undoubtedly applied to any area of life, whether personal or professional. It definitely holds true in the IT industry. During the planning process teams establish what needs to be done in the next iteration. They set the…

Managing work across multiple Jira projects can be complex, whether it's one team working on several initiatives or multiple teams contributing to different projects for the same client. It's important to have transparent insight into the projects' planning and ensure that all teams are following the same workflow. In…

Planning projects in Jira may be a challenge - juggling tasks, managing team capacity, and keeping deadlines can easily get out of hand and lead to chaos. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this article, you'll learn how to stay in control of your Jira project planning and make it far more efficient with the help of a…

No matter the economic situation, having some extra money left in your bank account is always nice. And in times of increased inflation, having control over your spending becomes even more important than ever. So, we've prepared an article to show you how to save money with time tracking software such as Worklogs - Time…

Hi :) I have a question for those who work in companies where time tracking software is used - what's your opinion on that? Do you like it, do you not like it, or maybe there's something you would change in the software you use?