We know that software development is no longer the sole preserve of the IT Department. Investment firms are embracing business-developed IT for competitive advantage.<\/p>\n
Business users are increasingly IT literate and the barriers to software development are falling. Rather than restrict business users from creating solutions IT departments are\u00a0recognising the need to support end-user software development. Such users have been dubbed \u2018Citizen Developers\u2019 by some.<\/p>\n
So how do investment firms embrace citizen development ensuring it meets standards without being stifled?<\/p>\n
Open and inclusive architectural and data governance<\/strong><\/p>\n Unfortunately, all too often such oversight is perceived as onerous, restrictive or \u2018an ivory tower\u2019. Providing an open and inclusive governance framework is essential.<\/p>\n Davies have established governance frameworks and groups that bring IT and business teams together.<\/p>\n Tool and software development solutions<\/strong><\/p>\n Supporting users in their choice of solutions and tools is also key. Business users will always use whatever tools they have access to, even if it\u2019s not IT-endorsed.\u00a0\u2018No code\u2019 or \u2018low code\u2019 solutions are also increasing in popularity.<\/p>\n We have advised on the tools and technologies that enable business-developed IT to thrive.<\/p>\n IT and software development operating models<\/strong><\/p>\n Supporting teams in their solution development activities, principally by providing an operating model that does not segregate IT-owned systems from business-owned ones is essential. Offering a platform for all users; IT-aligned or business-aligned that permits and embraces IT development fosters an innovative environment and could yield that competitive advantage that all firms seek.<\/p>\n Davies have developed IT operating models that recognise these developments, defining the roles and responsibilities of all teams.<\/p>\n Useful resources:<\/p>\n