The Leadership Mindset: Curiosity, Growth, and Open-Minded Problem-Solving
Striving for Growth as a Leader As leaders, we must continuously evolve to bring out the best in our teams, understand underlying challenges, and develop creative solutions. Leadership is not a static role—it requires constant learning and adaptation. Leaders who fail...
Virtual Tech Roundtable on AI in 2025: Separating Hype from Reality and Unlocking Business Value
Artificial Intelligence has dominated tech conversations over the last couple of years, and our 2025 Silicon Forest Tech Trends Report reflects both excitement and a shift toward pragmatic AI adoption. Here are a few interesting insights from the report that set the...
The Importance of Refactoring Old Code: Avoiding the Slow Poison Effect
Refactoring old code isn’t a groundbreaking concept, but it’s a critical practice often neglected in the software industry. Allowing legacy code to linger unchecked is like consuming a slow-acting poison: the daily impact may seem negligible, but over time, it...
2025 Silicon Forest Tech Trends Report: 5 Key Areas to Watch
The 2025 Silicon Forest Tech Trends Report from ProFocus Technology is here! With insights from 200+ local tech leaders, this 33-page report covers hiring trends, AI adoption, salary data, hybrid work, and workforce challenges in Oregon’s thriving tech industry. For...
Strategies for Hiring, Retaining & Elevating Women in IT Leadership
Explore insights from women in tech leadership on recruiting, retaining, and managing IT talent. Learn key strategies for leadership, AI in hiring, career development, and workplace diversity. Recently, ProFocus Technology hosted a dynamic panel discussion focused...
ProFocus Agile Scholarship Winner 2025: Emma Johnstone
ProFocus Technology is thrilled to announce Emma Johnstone as the ProFocus Agile Scholarship Winner 2025. Emma’s inspiring journey from healthcare project management to her aspirations in Agile-driven tech industries embodies the values this scholarship celebrates:...
2025 Planning Best Practices
2025 Planning Best Practices As technology leaders look ahead to 2025, planning involves more than setting budgets or defining projects. It requires aligning tech priorities with business goals, navigating budget constraints, leveraging emerging technologies, and...
2024 Tech Market Trends | AI Jobs and Economic Shifts
2024 Tech Market Trends of Q2 & Q3 As we navigate the second half of 2024, the tech industry continues to experience significant changes, particularly in the areas of employment, artificial intelligence (AI), and economic adjustments. ProFocus Technology’s Market...
How to Advocate for a Stronger Technology Budget: Increase ROI & Mitigate Risks
How to Advocate for a Stronger Technology Budget: Increase ROI & Mitigate Risks In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, maintaining a robust technology budget isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential for staying competitive and innovative. However,...
5 Tech Skills for 2024: Why Upskilling is Key to Career Success
5 Tech Skills for 2024: Why Upskilling is Key to Career Success The rapid pace of technological advancements is set to disrupt 44% of workers’ skills by 2027, according to the World Economic Forum. This makes continuous learning and adaptation not just...