There's more software development going on in the business world today than ever before and for tech leaders that means boosting management measures, better assessment (so that software projects don't go bad) and realizing that growing complexity means greater costs and potential development flaws. The key to keeping a firm hand on the software tiller is having a three-pronged strategy that includes measuring developmental progress, implementing a robust product life-cycle management plan and focusing on reducing complexity in every corner of the cycle. As one expert explains, good software development happens "when good business decisions are made."

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