A Seat at the Table: How Developers Are Influencing Technology Purchases
Large and small corporations are recognizing the skills and talent that developers bring to the table. Companies that can engage and influence developers with valuable tools and solutions are well-positioned for success.
Developers and technologists are increasingly being given a seat at the table and forming important peer relationships with executives as they evaluate technology investments. As corporate leaders face pressure to deliver better, faster and more cost-effective products and digital experiences, they are recognizing that no one knows more about speed and agility than their tech teams. Simultaneously, there’s an almost insatiable demand for developers. Two-thirds or 61% of human resources professionals reported that finding qualified developers is their biggest recruitment challenge, according to research from CodinGame. Forbes Magazine calls developers “job market royalty”.
In this eBook, we take a closer look at:
- How the role of the developer has evolved
- How developers are gaining more influence over purchasing decisions
- Why developers are well-suited to make important technology buying decisions
- How a variety of companies are embracing the developer community