Software Discovery Phase Explained: What Happens & Why It Determines Project Success

Most software projects that struggle do not begin with poor engineering. They begin with unclear foundations. A new platform is approved. Budgets are allocated. Teams feel urgency. Development timelines are discussed. Momentum builds quickly. Months later, progress slows. Scope expands. Technical complexity appears larger than expected. Stakeholders realise they were not aligned on outcomes. In...

DevReady: A Transparent Process That Starts With Strategy

Intro Most software projects do not fail in a single moment.They lose clarity gradually. After 18 years of building and rescuing software, we have seen the same pattern repeat itself. Projects often begin with strong intent and momentum, but without a shared understanding of what success actually looks like. Decisions are postponed. Scope expands quietly....

How to Decide Whether to Build, Buy, or Automate Software in 2026

In 2026, software decisions are no longer just technical choices. They are strategic business decisions that affect speed, cost, scalability, and competitive advantage. With AI tools, low-code platforms, SaaS products, and custom development all evolving rapidly, many leaders find themselves stuck on a fundamental question: Should we build custom software, buy an off-the-shelf solution, or...

AI in Software Development: Hype vs Reality in 2025

Episode Overview In this follow-up episode of the DevReady Podcast, Anthony Sapountzis sits down again with Bill Lennan, Founder of 40 Percent Better, to explore how AI is changing software development, tech careers, and business decision-making. Bill brings a grounded, executive-level view on what is working, what is not, and why the AI boom feels...

Kevin Surace on The Future of Generative AI and QA Testing

Episode Overview In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Anthony Sapountzis is joined by Kevin Surace, CEO and CTO of Appvance.ai and one of the original pioneers of voice AI and virtual assistants. Kevin’s work dates back to the early days of AI driven speech interfaces, and his career spans innovations in semiconductors, aerospace,...

How AI Is Transforming Product Management with Eric Neuman

Introduction Eric Neuman, Co Founder and CEO of Dotted, joins the host Anthony Sapountzis, CTO and Co-Founder of Aerion Technologies and DevReady.Ai on the DevReady Podcast to explore the future of product management, AI driven strategy and enterprise decision making. Eric, whose background spans engineering, product leadership and multiple startup exits, has built a career...

Matt Allen on Sustainable Startup Funding, Angel Investing and Smarter Capital Strategies

Introduction In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, host Andrew Romeo speaks with Matt Allen, Head of Capital & New Markets at Tractor Ventures, about building sustainable startups, navigating investment options and leveraging non-dilutive funding to scale responsibly. Matt shares his evolution from software engineer to angel investor and venture leader, exploring how modern AI-driven...

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