Women in Tech Panel: Women’s Wealth & Wellness
In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, ProFocus Technology sponsored the Women’s Wealth & Wellness Panel on April 17, 2025, as part of our Women in Focus initiative. The event convened women leaders from tech, finance, and wellness to discuss the relationship...
Modernization Strategies for Tech Leaders: Balancing Innovation, Legacy Systems, and Business Demands
At our latest Tech Connect Leadership Roundtables, hosted by James Lund of ProFocus Technology, technology leaders from across the country gathered to discuss a challenge all organizations face: how to modernize tech systems while balancing innovation, legacy...
IT Staffing Pricing in 2025: 11 Cost Factors to Know
Were you quoted an hourly bill rate from a recruiter at a tech staffing firm and now wondering: Is this pricing fair? If you would pay $110K for a full-time hire, why do they bill you $90-$115 per hour, or even higher? Or — Are you a contractor or consultant...
ProFocus Technology Recognized as One of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2025
We are thrilled to announce that ProFocus Technology has been named one of Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2025. This prestigious recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our...
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:...