Innovation is the critical differentiator for your business's competitive strength. Of all your business investments, the software assets you create and maintain uniquely express your company's innovative edge. Over the years, we've worked with the best and brightest innovators in software and systems delivery. Together, we've learned what works, what doesn't, and we've captured those insights in the papers and other media that you'll find on these pages.
IBM white papers
The IBM Rational® organization is dedicated to helping customers improve their business by realizing greater value from their investments in software. These papers explain the concepts behind Rational's methods and practices, all focused on better results at the bottom line.
New! Michael Rowe on what online gaming might teach software delivery teams (PDF, 1.3MB)
How can we harness the enthusiasm of online gaming communities to improve software delivery by globally dispersed companies? This paper explores ways in which virtual teams might work more closely together.
New! Jamie Thomas on the challenges and opportunities software delivery teams face (PDF, 455KB)
This paper describes a “best practices” framework with guidance for incremental process improvements and introduces IBM Jazz, a state-of-the-art technology platform designed for team collaboration.
New! Moshe Cohen & Mike Lundblad on the balance between transformation and risk (PDF, 400KB)
The authors also discuss the reasons for software development’s changing landscape, and which solutions can help your business improve quality management.
Find more papers written specially for business leaders by IBM Rational experts in our leading innovation library.
In the media
Rational experts regularly publish in external media. Below you will find links to selected online articles, podcasts, and interviews.
Archives from The Rational Edge
Back issues of The Rational Edge ezine offer eight years of thought leadership and technical innovation from experts inside and outside the IBM Rational organization.
